Maine § 4198. - Limitations -- Article VIII
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 4198. — Limitations -- Article VIII, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4198.. Limitations -- Article VIII
This compact shall not apply to:
1. Non-agencies. The sending or bringing of a child into a receiving state by the child's parent, step-parent, grandparent, adult sibling or adult sibling of the child's parent or that sibling's adult spouse or the child's guardian and leaving the child with any of these relatives or a non-agency guardian in the receiving state.
2. Other compacts or agreements. Any placement, sending or bringing of a child into a receiving state pursuant to any other interstate compact to which both the state from which the child is sent or brought and the receiving state are party, or to any other agreement between said states which has the force of law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 4198.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 4198. cover?
Section 4198. ("Limitations -- Article VIII") 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 § 4198.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 4198." (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 § 4198. 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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