Maine § 6471. - Monhegan Lobster Conservation Area

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 6471. — Monhegan Lobster Conservation Area, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 6471.. Monhegan Lobster Conservation Area

1.  Monhegan Lobster Conservation Area.  The following territorial waters of the State in the vicinity of Monhegan Island are known as the Monhegan Lobster Conservation Area:

Beginning at a point located at latitude 43`45.09' north and longitude 069`22.16' west that is 2 nautical miles southwesterly of the nearest shore of Monhegan Island; in a southwesterly direction to latitude 43`44.28' north and longitude 069`23.37' west at a point on the 3-nautical-mile line; then following the 3-nautical-mile line around the southern end of Monhegan Island to latitude 43`44.94' north and longitude 069`14.26' west; then in a somewhat northerly direction to latitude 43`45.8' north and longitude 069`15.3' west, to a point that is 2 nautical miles from the nearest shore of Monhegan Island; then following a line that is 2 nautical miles from the nearest shore of Monhegan Island and that continues around the northern end of Monhegan Island to the point of beginning.

Related Maine Legal Topics

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 6471.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 6471. cover?

Section 6471. ("Monhegan Lobster Conservation Area") 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 § 6471.?

A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 6471." (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 § 6471. 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.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Maine.