Maine § 3401. - Appeals structure and goals
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 3401. — Appeals structure and goals, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3401.. Appeals structure and goals
1. Structure. Except as otherwise provided, appeals from the juvenile court are to the Supreme Judicial Court.
2. Goals of juvenile appellate structure. The goals of the juvenile appellate structure are:
A. To correct errors in the application and interpretation of law; [PL 1979, c. 512, §8 (RPR).]
B. To insure substantial uniformity of treatment to persons in like situations; and [PL 1979, c. 512, §8 (RPR).]
C. To provide for review of juvenile court decisions so that the legislatively defined purposes of the juvenile justice system as a whole are realized. [PL 1979, c. 512, §8 (RPR).]
3. No right to jury trial.
4. Rules.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 3401.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 3401. cover?
Section 3401. ("Appeals structure and goals") 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 § 3401.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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How does Maine § 3401. apply to my situation?
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