Maine § 4161. - Authorization
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 4161. — Authorization, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4161.. Authorization
A bank or trust company organized and doing business under the laws of any state or territory of the United States of America, including the District of Columbia, and a national bank, duly authorized so to act, may be appointed and may serve in this State as trustee, whether of a corporate or personal trust, executor, administrator, guardian, conservator or committee for an incompetent person, or in any other fiduciary capacity, whether the appointment is by will, deed, court order or decree, or otherwise, when and to the extent that the state, territory or district in which such bank or trust company is organized grants authority to serve in like fiduciary capacities to a bank or trust company organized and doing business under the laws of this State and authorized to serve in like fiduciary capacities. [PL 1979, c. 690, §1 (REEN).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 4161.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 4161. cover?
Section 4161. ("Authorization") 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 § 4161.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 4161." (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 § 4161. 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.
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