Maine § 3029-A. - Damage to public easement; cause of action
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 3029-A. — Damage to public easement; cause of action, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3029-A.. Damage to public easement; cause of action
1. Cause of action. An owner of property abutting a discontinued or abandoned road in which a public easement exists may bring a civil action in Superior Court for damages and injunctive relief against a person who causes damage to the road in a manner that impedes reasonable access by the property owner to the property owner's property by motor vehicle as defined in Title 29‑A, section 101, subsection 42.
2. Damages. Damages may be sought pursuant to subsection 1 in an amount reasonably necessary to restore the road to its condition prior to the use by the person against whom the action is brought.
3. Attorney's fees and costs. If the plaintiff under subsection 1 is the prevailing party, the plaintiff may be awarded reasonable attorney's fees and costs.
4. Application. This section does not apply to:
A. A law enforcement officer who, in an emergency and within the scope of that law enforcement officer's employment, operates a motor vehicle on a public easement; or [PL 2015, c. 464, §8 (NEW).]
B. An emergency responder who, in an emergency and while performing the duties of an emergency responder, operates a motor vehicle on a public easement. [PL 2015, c. 464, §8 (NEW).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 3029-A.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 3029-A. cover?
Section 3029-A. ("Damage to public easement; cause of action") 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 § 3029-A.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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