Maine § 2713. - Excess determined by court or jury

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 2713. — Excess determined by court or jury, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2713.. Excess determined by court or jury

If it appears that the plaintiff has complied with the order of the court and that the trustee has refused or neglected to comply therewith, the court shall enter up judgment against him for the amount due and returned unsatisfied on the execution if there appears to be in his hands such an amount of the property mortgaged over and above the sum due him; but if not, then for the amount of said property exceeding that sum, if any. The amount of this excess shall be determined by the court or jury.  

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 2713.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 2713. cover?

Section 2713. ("Excess determined by court or jury") 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 § 2713.?

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Is this the official text of Maine law?

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