Maine § 702. - Justices, judges and justices of the peace may issue processes
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 702. — Justices, judges and justices of the peace may issue processes, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 702.. Justices, judges and justices of the peace may issue processes
The Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court and of the Superior Court, Judges of the District Court and justices of the peace may issue processes for the arrest of persons charged with offenses. For purposes of this section and section 706, full faith and credit must be given to offenses subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Passamaquoddy Tribe or the Penobscot Nation under the terms of Title 30, section 6209‑A or 6209‑B. [PL 1995, c. 388, §4 (AMD); PL 1995, c. 388, §8 (AFF).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 702.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 702. cover?
Section 702. ("Justices, judges and justices of the peace may issue processes") 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 § 702.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 702." (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 § 702. apply to my situation?
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