Maine § 2751. - Offenses
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 2751. — Offenses, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2751.. Offenses
A person may not: [PL 1991, c. 650, §1 (AMD).]
1. Use or have in possession. Use or have in possession for use in commerce any incorrect weight or measure;
2. Remove tag, seal or mark. Remove any tag, seal or mark from any weight or measure without specific written authorization from the proper authority;
3. Hinder or obstruct. Hinder or obstruct any weights and measures official in the performance of that official's duties;
4. Use of scale. Use any scale that requires permanent installation that has been relocated without first having the same tested and approved by the state sealer or a sealer;
5. Sale of less quantity represented. Sell, or offer or expose for sale, less than the quantity the person represents of any commodity, thing or service;
6. Take more quantity as buyer. Take more than the quantity the person represents of any commodity, thing or service when, as a buyer, the person furnishes the weight or measure by means of which the amount of the commodity, thing or service is determined; or
7. Commodity in unlawful condition. Keep for the purpose of sale, advertise or offer or expose for sale, or sell any commodity, thing or service in a condition or manner contrary to law or rule.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 2751.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 2751. cover?
Section 2751. ("Offenses") 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 § 2751.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 2751." (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 § 2751. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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