Maine § 221. - Defective or unreasonably dangerous goods
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 221. — Defective or unreasonably dangerous goods, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 221.. Defective or unreasonably dangerous goods
One who sells any goods or products in a defective condition unreasonably dangerous to the user or consumer or to his property is subject to liability for physical harm thereby caused to a person whom the manufacturer, seller or supplier might reasonably have expected to use, consume or be affected by the goods, or to his property, if the seller is engaged in the business of selling such a product and it is expected to and does reach the user or consumer without significant change in the condition in which it is sold. This section applies although the seller has exercised all possible care in the preparation and sale of his product and the user or consumer has not bought the product from or entered into any contractual relation with the seller. [PL 1973, c. 466, §1 (NEW).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 221.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 221. cover?
Section 221. ("Defective or unreasonably dangerous goods") 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 § 221.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 221." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
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How does Maine § 221. apply to my situation?
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