Maine § 6660. - Burden of proof
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 6660. — Burden of proof, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6660.. Burden of proof
In the trial of any action regarding title to a discontinued road or way, or portion thereof, brought pursuant to a decree under section 6654 or pursuant to sections 6655 to 6657, or of a counterclaim asserted pursuant to section 6654, the burden of proof concerning the construction of any deed or conveyance shall be borne by the party which is adverse to the party so owning said land immediately adjoining the discontinued road or way. [PL 1971, c. 577 (NEW).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 6660.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 6660. cover?
Section 6660. ("Burden of proof") 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.
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