Maine § 7561. - Liability of executors or administrators
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 7561. — Liability of executors or administrators, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7561.. Liability of executors or administrators
If such executor or administrator, being heir or devisee, commits such trespass or waste, on proof thereof before the judge of probate, he shall be liable to the same extent as the heirs or devisees. In both cases, the damages, when recovered by the executor or administrator or adjudged against him by the judge of probate, shall be accounted for in the administration account.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 7561.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 7561. cover?
Section 7561. ("Liability of executors or administrators") 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 § 7561.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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