Maine § 3153. - No obligation to keep open in winter; bridges to be safe; signs
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 3153. — No obligation to keep open in winter; bridges to be safe; signs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3153.. No obligation to keep open in winter; bridges to be safe; signs
Cities and towns maintaining bridle paths and trails mentioned in sections 3151 and 3152 shall not be under any obligation to keep them in repair or to break them out in winter. If any city or town shall erect a bridge on such bridle path or trail, it shall be under the same obligation to keep such bridge in a safe condition for the use of horses and riders as it is now under to keep highway bridges in repair for the purposes for which they are used. Such city or town shall erect at the entrance of such bridle paths and trails suitable signs, signifying that they are bridle paths or trails only, and not for use of vehicles, and that persons may use them at their own risk.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 3153.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 3153. cover?
Section 3153. ("No obligation to keep open in winter; bridges to be safe; signs") 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 § 3153.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 3153." (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 § 3153. 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.
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