Maine § 7304. - Writ of return where defendant prevails; judgment when property held as security
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 7304. — Writ of return where defendant prevails; judgment when property held as security, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7304.. Writ of return where defendant prevails; judgment when property held as security
If it appears that the defendant is entitled to a return of the goods, he shall have judgment and a writ of return accordingly, with damages for the taking and costs. If the plaintiff claims the property replevied as security for a debt, his claim shall be discharged by payment or tender thereof, with interest and costs; and judgment shall be for a return without costs, unless his title has become absolute by a legal foreclosure.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 7304.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 7304. cover?
Section 7304. ("Writ of return where defendant prevails; judgment when property held as security") 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 § 7304.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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