Maine § 285. - Enforcement of operating restrictions

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 285. — Enforcement of operating restrictions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 285.. Enforcement of operating restrictions

Every law enforcement officer in this State, including harbor masters and their deputies, shall have the authority to enforce this subchapter, and in the exercise thereof shall have the authority to stop and board any such watercraft, vessel or motorboat found in violation of said subchapter. It shall be unlawful for the operator of any such watercraft, vessel or motorboat to fail to stop upon hail from any such officer, and a violation of the same shall be punished as provided in section 282.  

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 285.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 285. cover?

Section 285. ("Enforcement of operating restrictions") 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 § 285.?

A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 285." (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 § 285. apply to my situation?

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