Maine § 2162. - Examination of records to determine compliance

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 2162. — Examination of records to determine compliance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2162.. Examination of records to determine compliance

The administrator, at reasonable times and on reasonable notice, may:   [PL 2019, c. 498, §22 (NEW).]

1.  Examine records.  Examine the records of a person, including examination of appropriate records in the possession of an agent of the person under examination, if the records are reasonably necessary to determine whether the person has complied with this Act;

2.  Issue administrative subpoena.  Issue an administrative subpoena requiring the person under subsection 1 or agent of the person to make records available for examination;

3.  Examination even if person believes not in possession.  The administrator may conduct the examination under subsection 1 even if the person believes it is not in possession of any property that must be reported, paid or delivered under this Act; and

4.  Bring enforcement action.  Bring an action seeking judicial enforcement of the subpoena under subsection 2.

Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 2162.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 2162. cover?

Section 2162. ("Examination of records to determine compliance") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Maine § 2162.?

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Is this the official text of Maine law?

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