Maine § 4505. - Actions by officers for attached goods do not abate by party's death
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 4505. — Actions by officers for attached goods do not abate by party's death, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4505.. Actions by officers for attached goods do not abate by party's death
An action, brought by an officer for taking from him personal property attached by him, does not abate by the death of either party, but may be prosecuted by or against his executor or administrator. If the officer is dead and his representative recovers the property or money, it shall be held and applied as if he were alive, but, if he fails to recover, he shall return the property or pay the damages awarded in full, although the estate of the deceased is insolvent.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 4505.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 4505. cover?
Section 4505. ("Actions by officers for attached goods do not abate by party's death") 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 § 4505.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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