Maine § 465. - Abutters own the centerline of road or way
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 465. — Abutters own the centerline of road or way, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 465.. Abutters own the centerline of road or way
Any person owning land in this State abutting a town or private way, county road or highway, whose predecessors in title have not reserved any title in such road or way as provided in sections 460 and 461, or filed the notice provided in section 462 within the time specified therein, shall be deemed to own to the centerline of such road or way except as provided in sections 466 to 469. [PL 1977, c. 696, §257 (AMD).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 465.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 465. cover?
Section 465. ("Abutters own the centerline of road or way") 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 § 465.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 465." (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 § 465. apply to my situation?
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