Maine § 805-A. - Exceptions
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 805-A. — Exceptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 805-A.. Exceptions
1. Dissemination of certain information. This chapter does not preclude dissemination of intelligence and investigative record information that is confidential under section 804 by a Maine criminal justice agency to:
A. Another criminal justice agency; [PL 2023, c. 235, §3 (NEW).]
B. A person or public or private entity as part of the criminal justice agency's administration of criminal justice or the administration of civil justice by the Department of the Attorney General or a district attorney's office; [PL 2023, c. 235, §3 (NEW).]
C. A person accused of a crime or that person's agent or attorney for trial and sentencing purposes if authorized by:
(2) A court rule, court order or court decision of this State or of the United States.
As used in this subsection, "agent" means a licensed professional investigator, an expert witness or a parent, foster parent or guardian if the accused person has not attained 18 years of age; [PL 2023, c. 235, §3 (NEW).]
D. A federal court, the District Court, Superior Court or Supreme Judicial Court or an equivalent court in another state; [PL 2023, c. 235, §3 (NEW).]
E. A person or public or private entity expressly authorized to receive the intelligence and investigative record information by statute, executive order, court rule, court decision or court order. "Express authorization" means language in the statute, executive order, court rule, court decision or court order that specifically speaks of intelligence and investigative record information or specifically refers to a type of intelligence or investigative record; or [PL 2023, c. 235, §3 (NEW).]
F. The Secretary of State for use in the determination and issuance of a driver's license suspension. [PL 2023, c. 235, §3 (NEW).]
2. Record of complaint.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 805-A.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 805-A. cover?
Section 805-A. ("Exceptions") 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 § 805-A.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 805-A." (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 805-A. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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