Maine § 601. - Rest breaks
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 601. — Rest breaks, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 601.. Rest breaks
In the absence of a collective bargaining agreement or other written employer-employee agreement providing otherwise, an employee, as defined in section 663, may be employed or permitted to work for no more than 6 consecutive hours at one time unless the employee is given the opportunity to take at least 30 consecutive minutes of rest time, except in cases of emergency in which there is danger to property, life, public safety or public health. This rest time may be used by the employee as unpaid mealtime, but only if the employee is completely relieved of duty. [PL 2017, c. 219, §7 (AMD).]
1. Small business. This section does not apply to any place of employment where:
A. Fewer than 3 employees are on duty at any one time; and [PL 1985, c. 212 (NEW).]
B. The nature of the work done by the employee allows the employee frequent paid breaks of a shorter duration during the employee's work day. [PL 2017, c. 219, §7 (AMD).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 601.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 601. cover?
Section 601. ("Rest breaks") 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 § 601.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 601." (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 § 601. 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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