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5 ME Rev Stat § 18452 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 2: SERVICE RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18452. Computation of benefit

 §18452. Computation of benefit 1.  Member in service.  The total amount of the service retirement benefit for members qualified under section 18451, subsection 1, equals:   A. 1/50 of the member's average final compensation multiplied by the number of years of his membership service; and   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§5, 7 (NEW).]B. If the member has prior service, 1/50 of his average final compensation multiplied by the number of years of prior service provided, that the number of years of prior service used in this computation may not exceed 25 years unless the participating local district has made the election provided under section 18352, subsection 2.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§5, 7 (NEW).][PL 1985, c. 801, §§5, 7 (NEW).] 2.  Member not in service.  The amount of the service retirement benefit for members qualified under section 18451, subsection 2, shall be computed in accordance with subsection 1.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§5, 7 (NEW).] 3.  Member with creditable service of 25 years or more.  The amount of the service retirement benefit for members qualified under section 18451, subsection 3 is computed in accordance with subsection 1, except that:   A. The amount arrived at under subsection 1 is reduced by applying to that amount the percentage that a life annuity due at 60 years of age bears to the life annuity due at the age of retirement.   [PL 2013, c. 391, §11 (AMD).]B. For the purpose of making the computation under paragraph A, the board-approved tables of annuities in effect at the date of the member's retirement is used.   [PL 2013, c. 391, §11 (AMD).]The amount of the service retirement benefit for members qualified under section 18451-A is computed in accordance with subsection 1, except that any benefit reduction for retiring prior to 60 years of age for members qualified under section 18451-A, subsection 1 or prior to 65 years of age for members qualified under section 18451-A, subsection 2 must be contained in the plan provisions adopted by rule pursuant to section 18801 that provide for the payment of the full actuarial cost of retiring prior to 60 years of age or 65 years of age as applicable.   [PL 2017, c. 392, §8 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW). PL 2013, c. 391, §11 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 392, §8 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18454 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 2: SERVICE RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18454. Spouse option; no reduction

 §18454. Spouse option; no reduction A participating local district may, by filing with the board a duly certified copy of its action, provide for all of its employees, in lieu of the benefit provided by section 18404, subsection 1, a benefit in accordance with the following terms and conditions.   [PL 1989, c. 78, §7 (RPR).]1.  Limitation on beneficiary.  Beneficiaries eligible to receive the benefit under this section are limited to a surviving spouse or a dependent child or children.   A.   [PL 1989, c. 78, §7 (RP).]B.   [PL 1989, c. 78, §7 (RP).]C.   [PL 1989, c. 78, §7 (RP).][PL 1989, c. 78, §7 (RPR).] 2.  Payment to retiree.  A retirement benefit based upon section 18404, subsection 1, shall be paid to the retiree during the retiree's lifetime. Upon the death of the retiree, 1/2 of the amount being paid to the retiree shall be paid to the beneficiary the retiree has nominated by written designation duly acknowledged and filed with the executive director at the time of retirement, if the beneficiary survives the retiree.   [PL 1989, c. 78, §7 (RPR).] 3.  Surviving spouse.  If the designated beneficiary is a surviving spouse, the benefit shall continue during the lifetime of the beneficiary.   [PL 1989, c. 78, §7 (RPR).] 4.  Dependent child or children.  If the designated beneficiary is a dependent child or dependent children, the benefit shall be paid to the dependent child, or if 2 or more dependent children are designated beneficiaries, the benefit shall be divided equally among them. When a dependent child ceases to meet the definition of dependent child, the benefit shall be divided among the remaining dependent children or paid to the remaining dependent child. Payment of the benefit shall continue until the remaining dependent child dies or ceases to meet the definition of "dependent child" under section 17001, subsection 12.   [PL 1989, c. 78, §7 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 78, §7 (RPR).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18455 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 2: SERVICE RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18455. Law governing benefit determination

 §18455. Law governing benefit determination 1.  Termination on or after January 1, 1976.  If a member's final termination of service occurred on or after January 1, 1976, the retirement system law in effect on the date of termination shall govern the member's service retirement benefit.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] 2.  Termination before January 1, 1976.  If a member's final termination of service occurred before January 1, 1976, the retirement system law in effect on January 1, 1976, shall govern the member's service retirement benefit.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18456 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 2: SERVICE RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18456. Minimum benefit

 §18456. Minimum benefit Any member who has 10 or more years of creditable service at retirement is entitled to a minimum service retirement benefit of $100 a month. Any former participating local district employee who had 10 or more years of creditable service and who is receiving a retirement allowance, including adjustments provided by section 18407, which is less than $100 a month, shall have his retirement benefit increased to $100 a month the first day of the month following adoption of this section by the participating local district.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18457 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 2: SERVICE RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18457. Restoration to service (REPEALED)

 §18457. Restoration to service (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 739, §§43,48 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 699, §4 (RP).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18457-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 2: SERVICE RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18457-A. Restoration to service

 §18457-A. Restoration to service The plan provisions adopted by rule pursuant to section 18801 govern the return of a retiree to employment by an employer participating in the Participating Local District Consolidated Retirement Plan.   [PL 2017, c. 392, §9 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2017, c. 392, §9 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18458 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 2: SERVICE RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18458. Recomputation of benefit

 §18458. Recomputation of benefit When a participating local district adopts the benefits provided by the Public Laws of 1973, chapter 542, benefits for former employees receiving a retirement benefit shall be recomputed as follows.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]1.  1/50 basis.  Each person receiving a service retirement benefit is entitled to a recomputation of benefits based upon the change in formula to a 1/50 basis.   A. The amount resulting from the recomputation, not including retirement benefit adjustments granted under section 18407, shall be paid to the retirement benefit recipient effective the first day of the month following the effective date of adoption of these benefits by the participating local district.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]B. Adjustments granted under section 18407 may not be changed by a recomputation of benefits under this section.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).][PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] 2.  Three-year average basis.  Each person who is receiving a service retirement benefit which had been computed on the basis of a 5-year average highest compensation is entitled to a recomputation of benefits based on a 3-year average highest compensation.   A. If the recomputed benefit represents less than a 2% increase on the basic retirement benefit, not including amounts accrued under section 18407, the recomputed benefit will not be paid.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]B. If the recomputed benefit represents more than a 2% increase on the basic retirement benefit, the retirement system shall pay the recomputed benefits, effective the first day of the month following the effective date of adoption of these benefits by the participating local district.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).][PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18459 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 2: SERVICE RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18459. Interchangeable benefits for law enforcement officers

 §18459. Interchangeable benefits for law enforcement officers Any service retirement benefits earned by a law enforcement officer under this article which are substantially similar or equal are interchangeable.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18460 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 2: SERVICE RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18460. Discontinuation and substitution of benefits

 §18460. Discontinuation and substitution of benefits A participating local district electing retirement programs under section 18453, subsections 1 to 9, may, by filing with the board a duly certified copy of its action:   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]1.  Discontinue benefits.  Discontinue any benefit under any of those subsections to any person qualifying for the benefit who was hired after the effective date of the district's action; and   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] 2.  Substitution of benefits.  Substitute for the discontinued benefit any other benefit provided in this Part.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18461 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 2: SERVICE RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18461. Collective bargaining rights

 §18461. Collective bargaining rights Nothing in section 18453, subsections 1 to 9, may be construed to affect in any way the rights of public employees to engage in collective bargaining for terms and conditions of employment.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18501 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 3: DISABILITY RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18501. Definition

 §18501. Definition As used in this article, unless the context otherwise indicates, "disabled" means mentally or physically incapacitated:   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]1.  Permanent.  To the extent that it is impossible to perform the duties of his employment position and the incapacity can be expected to be permanent; and   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] 2.  Revealed by examination.  Such that the incapacity will be revealed by medical examination or tests conducted in accordance with section 18503.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18501-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 3: DISABILITY RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18501-A. Applicability

 §18501-A. Applicability This article applies to all disabilities for which written applications are received by the executive director before October 1, 1989. All disabilities for which written applications are received by the executive director after September 30, 1989, are subject to article 3-A.   [PL 1989, c. 409, §§10, 12 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 409, §§10,12 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18502 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 3: DISABILITY RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18502. Application

 §18502. Application 1.  Written application.  In order to receive a benefit under this article, the person must apply in writing to the executive director in the format specified by the executive director.   A. [PL 2021, c. 277, §31 (RP).] [PL 2021, c. 277, §31 (AMD).] 2.  Approval.  The written application must be approved by the executive director.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§5, 7 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 643, §17 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 88, §30 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 277, §31 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18503 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 3: DISABILITY RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18503. Examination or tests

 §18503. Examination or tests The examination or tests to determine whether a member is disabled under section 18501 are governed as follows.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§5, 7 (NEW).]1.  Agreed upon health care provider.  The examination or tests must be conducted by a health care provider mutually agreed upon by the executive director and member claiming to be disabled.   [PL 2021, c. 277, §32 (AMD).] 2.  Agreed upon place.  The examination or tests must be conducted at the health care provider's office or facility or at a place mutually agreed upon by the executive director and member claiming to be disabled.   [PL 2021, c. 277, §32 (AMD).] 3.  Costs.  The costs incurred under subsections 1 and 2 must be paid by the retirement system.   [PL 2021, c. 277, §32 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW). PL 2017, c. 88, §31 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 277, §32 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18504 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 3: DISABILITY RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18504. Qualification for benefit

 §18504. Qualification for benefit 1.  Qualification.  Except as provided in subsection 2, a member qualifies for a disability retirement benefit if the member becomes disabled while in service and, for a member who by election remains covered under this section as written prior to its amendment by Public Law 1991, chapter 887, section 12, before normal retirement age.   A.   [PL 1991, c. 887, §12 (RP).]B.   [PL 1991, c. 887, §12 (RP).][PL 1997, c. 384, §10 (AMD).] 2.  Exception.  A member with fewer than 5 years of continuous creditable service preceding that member's last date of service is not eligible for a disability retirement benefit if the disability is the result of a physical or mental condition that existed before the member's membership in a retirement program of the Maine Public Employees Retirement System, unless the disability is a result of, or has been substantially aggravated by, an injury or accident received in the line of duty but from events or circumstances not usually encountered within the scope of the member's employment.   [PL 2009, c. 322, §9 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 434, §3 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 887, §12 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 384, §10 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 491, §244 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 322, §9 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18505 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 3: DISABILITY RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18505. Computation of benefit

 §18505. Computation of benefit When a member qualified under section 18504 retires, the member is entitled to receive a disability retirement benefit equal to 59% of the member's average final compensation. The 59% level must be reviewed for cost-neutral comparability as a part of the actuarial investigation provided under section 17107, subsection 2, paragraph E, beginning with the investigation made January 1, 1997 and every 6 years thereafter. The review that takes place every 6 years must compare actual experience under the disability plans with actuarial assumptions regarding election and costs of benefits under the new options elected and identify possible options for compliance with the federal Older Workers Benefit Protection Act that protect benefits for employees without additional cost to the State and participating local districts.   [PL 1995, c. 643, §18 (AMD).]A member who by election remains covered, as to qualification for benefits, under section 18504 as written prior to its amendment by Public Law 1991, chapter 887, section 12, qualifies for a disability retirement benefit on meeting the requirements of section 18504, subsection 1, paragraphs C and D. When a member so qualified retires after approval for disability retirement by the executive director in accordance with this Article, the member is entitled to receive a disability retirement benefit equal to 66 2/3% of the member's average final compensation.   [PL 1997, c. 384, §11 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 887, §13 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 595, §11 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 643, §18 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 384, §11 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18508 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 3: DISABILITY RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18508. Statement of health (REPEALED)

 §18508. Statement of health (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 643, §19 (RP).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18509 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 3: DISABILITY RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18509. Statement of compensation

 §18509. Statement of compensation 1.  Requirement.  The executive director shall require each beneficiary of a disability retirement benefit to submit, each calendar year, a statement of his compensation received from engaging in any gainful occupation during that year.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] 2.  Failure to submit statement.  Failure to submit the statement under subsection 1, shall result in the following.   A. If the beneficiary fails to submit the statement required under subsection 1 within 30 days of receipt of the executive director's request for the statement, the beneficiary's disability retirement benefit shall be discontinued until the statement is submitted.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]B. If the beneficiary fails to submit the statement required under subsection 1 within one year of receipt of the executive director's request for the statement, all the beneficiary's rights to any further benefits shall cease.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).][PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18510 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 3: DISABILITY RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18510. Optional election

 §18510. Optional election 1.  Election.  Any beneficiary entitled to a disability retirement benefit under section 1122 of the former retirement system law, as in effect immediately before July 1, 1977, may elect to be governed by this article instead of the law applicable to the disability retirement benefit which he is receiving.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] 2.  Manner of election.  The election under subsection 1 must be made by written application to the executive director within 6 months after adoption of this article by the participating local district.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] 3.  Effect of election.  If the election under subsection 1 is made, this article shall apply from the date of the beneficiary's original eligibility for disability retirement, but any increases in benefits may only be granted from the date of election.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 18511 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM|Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS|Subchapter 5: BENEFITS|Article 3: DISABILITY RETIREMENT BENEFITS|5 §18511. Presumption of disability for active firefighters

 §18511. Presumption of disability for active firefighters 1.  Definition.  For purposes of this section, a person is considered to be an active member of a municipal fire department or of a volunteer fire department or volunteer firefighters' association if the person aids in the extinguishment of fires, whether or not the person has administrative duties or other duties as a member of the department or association.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] 2.  Presumption.  It is presumed that a member incurred a disability in the line of duty that occurred while in actual performance of duty at some definite time and place and that was not caused by the willful negligence of the member if:   A. The disability is the result of a cardiovascular injury that occurred, or a cardiovascular or pulmonary disease that developed, within 6 months of having participated in firefighting or in a training or drill that involved firefighting; and   [PL 2009, c. 322, §10 (AMD).]B. The member was an active member of a municipal fire department or of a volunteer fire association, as defined in Title 30-A, section 3151, for at least 2 years before the injury or the onset of the disease.   [PL 2009, c. 322, §10 (AMD).]C. [PL 2009, c. 322, §10 (RP).] [PL 2009, c. 322, §10 (AMD).] 3.  Rebuttal.  This presumption is subject to rebuttal in accordance with the Maine Rules of Evidence, Rule 301.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 878, §B6 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 322, §10 (AMD).