Maine § 2630. - Retention of pay due trustee; unliquidated damages excepted
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 2630. — Retention of pay due trustee; unliquidated damages excepted, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2630.. Retention of pay due trustee; unliquidated damages excepted
Every trustee may retain or deduct out of the goods, effects and credits in his hands all his demands against the principal defendant, of which he could have availed himself if he had not been summoned as trustee, by way of counterclaim on trial or by a setoff of judgments or executions between himself and the principal defendant, except unliquidated damages for wrongs and injuries. He is liable for the balance only, after their mutual demands are adjusted.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 2630.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 2630. cover?
Section 2630. ("Retention of pay due trustee; unliquidated damages excepted") 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 § 2630.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 2630." (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 § 2630. apply to my situation?
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