Maine § 6658. - Action by owners of wild land
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 6658. — Action by owners of wild land, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6658.. Action by owners of wild land
Any person or persons claiming an estate of freehold in wild lands or in an interest in common and undivided therein, if the plaintiff and those under whom he claims has for 4 years next prior to the filing of the complaint held such open, exclusive, peaceable, continuous and adverse possession thereof as comports with the ordinary management of wild lands in this State, may maintain an action to quiet or establish the title thereto or to remove a cloud from the title thereto, as provided in sections 6655 to 6657.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 6658.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 6658. cover?
Section 6658. ("Action by owners of wild land") 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 § 6658.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 6658." (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 § 6658. apply to my situation?
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