Maine § 5537. - Transfer of prisoner with intent to elude service; penalty
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 5537. — Transfer of prisoner with intent to elude service; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5537.. Transfer of prisoner with intent to elude service; penalty
A person ordered to be committed to prison on a criminal charge shall be carried to such prison as soon as may be and shall not be delivered from one officer to another except for easy and speedy conveyance; nor removed without his consent from one county to another unless by habeas corpus. If anyone having in his custody or under his power a person entitled to a writ of habeas corpus, whether issued or not, transfers him to the custody of another or changes his place of confinement with intent to elude the service of such writ, he forfeits $400 to the party aggrieved.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 5537.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 5537. cover?
Section 5537. ("Transfer of prisoner with intent to elude service; penalty") 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 § 5537.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 5537." (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 § 5537. 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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