Maine § 6209. - Real action against mortgagee in possession after mortgage paid
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 6209. — Real action against mortgagee in possession after mortgage paid, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6209.. Real action against mortgagee in possession after mortgage paid
When the mortgagee or person claiming under him has taken possession of the mortgaged premises, and the debt secured by the mortgage is paid or released after condition broken and before foreclosure perfected, the mortgagor or person claiming under him may maintain a real action to recover possession of said premises, the same as if paid or released before condition broken.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 6209.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 6209. cover?
Section 6209. ("Real action against mortgagee in possession after mortgage paid") 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 § 6209.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 6209." (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 § 6209. apply to my situation?
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