Maine § 2264-B. - Penalty options

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 2264-B. — Penalty options, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2264-B.. Penalty options

In addition to the fines imposed in section 2264‑A, subsections 1 and 1‑A, the court may order a person adjudicated to have violated section 2264‑A, subsection 1 or subsection 1‑A to:   [PL 2011, c. 208, §5 (AMD).]

1.  Removal of litter.  Remove the litter dumped in violation of section 2264‑A;

2.  Cost of cleanup.  Pay the owner of the property treble the owner's cost of clean up or removal of the litter;

3.  Damages.  Pay the person sustaining damages arising out of a violation of this subsection treble the actual damages or $200, whichever amount is greater, plus the injured party's court costs and attorney's fees if action results in a civil proceeding;

4.  Public service.  Perform public service relating to the removal of litter, or to the restoration of an area polluted by litter, dumped in violation of section 2264‑A; and

5.  License suspension.  Surrender the person's motor vehicle operator's license, a license or permit issued to that person under Title 12, Part 13, subpart 4 or a recreational vehicle registration or certificate issued to that person under Title 12, Part 13, subpart 6 for a period not exceeding 30 days. The court may suspend an operator's license for any violation of section 2264‑A, subsection 1 or subsection 1‑A that involves the use of a motor vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 2264-B.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 2264-B. cover?

Section 2264-B. ("Penalty options") 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 § 2264-B.?

A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 2264-B." (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?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.

How does Maine § 2264-B. apply to my situation?

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