Maine § 7560. - Lands of deceased insolvent
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 7560. — Lands of deceased insolvent, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7560.. Lands of deceased insolvent
If an heir or devisee of a person deceased, after the estate of the decedent is represented insolvent and before sale of the real estate for payment of debts or before all the debts are paid, removes or injures any building or any trees, except such trees as are needed for fuel or repairs, or commits any strip or waste on such estate, he shall forfeit treble the amount of damages, to be recovered by the executor or administrator in a civil action.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 7560.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 7560. cover?
Section 7560. ("Lands of deceased insolvent") 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 § 7560.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 7560." (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 § 7560. apply to my situation?
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