Maine § 3859. - Trespass on land devoted to wildlife preservation
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 3859. — Trespass on land devoted to wildlife preservation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3859.. Trespass on land devoted to wildlife preservation
Whoever willfully and knowingly hunts upon unimproved land devoted to the preservation of wildlife and owned by a corporation organized under Title 13, chapter 81, including that portion of any public way which crosses or abuts said land, provided that all boundaries of said land are posted with signs at least every 50 feet indicating that said land is a wildlife preserve, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $50. [PL 1967, c. 202 (RPR).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 3859.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 3859. cover?
Section 3859. ("Trespass on land devoted to wildlife preservation") 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 § 3859.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 3859." (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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