Maine § 4157. - Rights of seller
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 4157. — Rights of seller, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4157.. Rights of seller
1. Refusal to sell. A seller may refuse to sell an animal to a potential purchaser who appears not to accept or understand the provisions of this chapter.
2. Exemption from purchaser remedies. A refund, replacement or reimbursement of veterinary fees is not required if any one or more of the following conditions are met.
A. The health problem or death of the animal resulted from maltreatment, neglect or a disease contracted while in the possession of the purchaser or from an injury sustained subsequent to receipt of the animal by the purchaser. [PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW).]
B. A disclosure statement was provided to the purchaser pursuant to section 4152 that disclosed the health problem for which the purchaser seeks to return the animal. [PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW).]
C. The health problem is a hereditary or congenital one covered by section 4152. [PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW).]
D. [PL 2007, c. 439, §33 (RP).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 4157.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 4157. cover?
Section 4157. ("Rights of seller") 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 § 4157.?
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