Maine § 3507. - Property returned to finder
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 3507. — Property returned to finder, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3507.. Property returned to finder
Any person may surrender property that the person has found to a law enforcement agency. That person is entitled to have the surrendered property returned to the person if the owner of the property or other person entitled to possession of the property has not properly claimed the property within 6 months of its surrender to the law enforcement agency, as long as the person who surrendered the property reimburses the law enforcement agency and others authorized for reasonable expenses incurred in its custody of the property. [RR 2023, c. 1, Pt. C, §60 (COR).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 3507.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 3507. cover?
Section 3507. ("Property returned to finder") 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 § 3507.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 3507." (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 3507. 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.
Sources & Verification
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