Maine § 4302. - Delegation of duties; oath; bond
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 4302. — Delegation of duties; oath; bond, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4302.. Delegation of duties; oath; bond
Overseers may authorize some person whom they shall designate to perform such of the duties imposed upon them by this chapter as they may determine. The overseers may designate more than one person to perform those duties. Before entering upon the performance of those duties, the person or persons so designated shall be sworn and shall give bond to the town for the faithful performance of those duties, in such sum and with such sureties as the overseers order. [PL 1983, c. 577, §1 (NEW).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 4302.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 4302. cover?
Section 4302. ("Delegation of duties; oath; bond") 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 § 4302.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 4302." (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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How does Maine § 4302. apply to my situation?
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