Maine § 5. - Existing jurisdiction or ownership not waived
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 5. — Existing jurisdiction or ownership not waived, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5.. Existing jurisdiction or ownership not waived
Nothing in sections 2 to 5 shall alter the geographic area to which any statute of this State applies if such statute specifies such area precisely in miles or by some other numerical designation of distance or position. Nothing in any such statute or in sections 2 to 5 shall be construed as a waiver or relinquishment of jurisdiction or ownership by this State over or in any area to which such jurisdiction or ownership extends by virtue of sections 2 to 5 or any other provision or rule of law.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 5.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 5. cover?
Section 5. ("Existing jurisdiction or ownership not waived") 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 § 5.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 5." (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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