Maine § 8501. - Provision of services
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 8501. — Provision of services, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8501.. Provision of services
The Department of Health and Human Services shall provide, through social service contracts, emergency services for family members who cannot safely remain in their own homes because of violence, serious threat of violence or other serious family crisis. The emergency services shall include such services as shelter care, counseling and coordinating other necessary services. [PL 1979, c. 565, §1 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).]
The department shall make these services available to all areas of the State insofar as practicable. [PL 1979, c. 565, §1 (NEW).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 8501.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 8501. cover?
Section 8501. ("Provision of services") 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 § 8501.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 8501." (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 § 8501. apply to my situation?
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