Maine § 429. - Release of testimony
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 429. — Release of testimony, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 429.. Release of testimony
1. Release. The decision to release testimony and the decision as to the form and manner in which testimony may be released is an investigating committee action. However, no testimony may be released without first affording the witness who gave such testimony, or the witness's counsel, an opportunity to object to the proposed release.
A. The witness or the witness's counsel may, by such objection, require that testimony given in open session, if it is released at all, be released in the form of a full, consecutive transcript. [PL 2019, c. 475, §27 (AMD).]
B. The witness or the witness's counsel may, by such objection, require that testimony given in executive session not be released in any form or manner whatsoever. [PL 2019, c. 475, §27 (AMD).]
2. Transcript. The witness or the witness's counsel, upon payment of the cost of preparation, must be given a transcript of any testimony taken. However, the witness or the witness's counsel is not entitled to obtain a transcript of the executive session testimony of other witnesses. The release of a transcript under this subsection is not the release of testimony within the meaning of subsection 1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 429.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 429. cover?
Section 429. ("Release of testimony") 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 § 429.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 429." (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 § 429. 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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