Maine § 3303. - Dismissal of petition with prejudice
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 3303. — Dismissal of petition with prejudice, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3303.. Dismissal of petition with prejudice
On motion made by or on behalf of a juvenile, or by the court itself, a petition must be dismissed with prejudice if it was not filed within 9 months from the date the juvenile was referred to the juvenile community corrections officer for an intake assessment, unless the prosecuting attorney either before or after the expiration of the 9-month period files a motion for an extension of time for the filing of a petition, accompanied by the reasons for this extension. The court may for good cause extend the time for bringing a petition for any period of time that is less than the limitation established in section 3105‑A. [PL 1999, c. 624, Pt. B, §13 (AMD).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 3303.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 3303. cover?
Section 3303. ("Dismissal of petition with prejudice") 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 § 3303.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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How does Maine § 3303. apply to my situation?
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