Maine § 444-A. - Civil suit
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 444-A. — Civil suit, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 444-A.. Civil suit
1. Suit authorized. Any water utility, as defined in Title 35‑A, section 102, may commence a civil action for injunctive relief against an owner of property in the shoreland zone when the following conditions are met.
A. A violation of a municipal shoreland zoning ordinance is alleged to have occurred. [PL 1989, c. 733, §2 (NEW).]
B. The water utility bringing the civil action has a water supply that is directly affected by the alleged violation. [PL 1989, c. 733, §2 (NEW).]
2. Suit prohibited. An action may not be brought under this section if the Federal Government, State Government or a municipality of the State has commenced and is pursuing an administrative, civil or criminal action to remedy the alleged violation.
3. Notice. An action may not be commenced under this section unless the plaintiff has given at least 60 days' notice to the alleged violator, the department, the Attorney General, and the municipality or municipalities in which the violation is alleged to have occurred. If the violation occurs within the jurisdiction of the Maine Land Use Planning Commission, the commission must be given notice in place of the department and the municipality.
4. Jurisdiction. An action may be commenced in the District Court or Superior Court in the county in which the violation is alleged to have occurred.
5. Intervention. The Attorney General may intervene in any case brought under this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 444-A.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 444-A. cover?
Section 444-A. ("Civil suit") 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 § 444-A.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 444-A." (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 § 444-A. 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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