Maine § 2903. - Lien for costs on articles at hand; payment by officer
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 2903. — Lien for costs on articles at hand; payment by officer, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2903.. Lien for costs on articles at hand; payment by officer
Where any person is adjudged trustee for specific articles in his hands, he has a lien thereon for his costs. The officer who disposes thereof on execution shall pay the trustee the amount due him for costs and deduct it from the amount of sale and account to the creditor for the balance. The amount of such fees shall be indorsed on the execution by the clerk and be evidence of the lien.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 2903.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 2903. cover?
Section 2903. ("Lien for costs on articles at hand; payment by officer") 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 § 2903.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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