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7 ME Rev Stat § 3971 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 731: MISTREATMENT OF ANIMALS|7 §3971. Vivisection prohibited in public and private schools

 §3971. Vivisection prohibited in public and private schools 1.  Use of animals in schools.  No live vertebrate, except eggs, may be used in kindergarten and grades one to 12 of any public or private school as part of a scientific experiment or for any other purpose in which the animal is experimentally medicated or drugged in a manner to cause painful reactions or to induce painful or lethal pathological conditions, or in which the animal is injured through any other type of treatment, experiment or procedure, including, but not limited to, anesthetization or electric shock or where the normal health of the animal is interfered with or where pain or distress is caused.   No person may, in the presence of any student in kindergarten and grades one to 12, practice vivisection or exhibit a vivisected animal. Dissection of dead animals or any portions of dead animals in schools shall be confined to the classroom and to the presence of students engaged in the study of dissection and shall not be for the purpose of exhibition.   This subsection shall also apply to any activity associated with or sponsored by the school system.   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).] 2.  Treatment of animals in general.  Live animals used as class pets or for purposes not prohibited in subsection 1 shall be housed and cared for in a safe and humane manner. The animals shall not remain in school over periods when school is not in session, unless adequate care is provided at all times.   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).] 3.  Standards of treatment.  Any animal whose use is permitted under this section shall be treated in accordance with the ethical and humane standards promulgated by the commissioner pursuant to the rule-making provisions of the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375, after consultation with representative groups in the State having an interest or expertise in the field of animal welfare, biology and education.   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD).] 4.  Enforcement.  The commissioner shall enforce this section in consultation with the Commissioner of Education.   [PL 1989, c. 700, Pt. A, §34 (AMD); PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD).] 5.  Penalty for violations.  Any person who violates this section shall be punished by a fine of not more than $75.   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 700, §A34 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD).
7 ME Rev Stat § 3982 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 733: TRANSPORTATION OF ANIMALS|7 §3982. Liens

 §3982. Liens A railroad, motor truck, common carrier or its receiver, trustee or lessee has a lien on all animals in transit for reimbursement of penalties paid in consequence of the direction or orders of the owner or person in custody of the shipment of animals and for all extra expenses or damages incurred in the care and protection of animals according to this chapter.   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).
7 ME Rev Stat § 3983 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 733: TRANSPORTATION OF ANIMALS|7 §3983. Possession of animals unlawfully detained

 §3983. Possession of animals unlawfully detained The commissioner, a humane agent, sheriff, deputy sheriff, constable, police officer or person authorized to make arrests may take possession of any animals detained in violation of this chapter and may unload the animals and place them in properly equipped pens or other suitable enclosures for rest, water and feeding. The commissioner or any person taking possession pursuant to this section has a lien on the animals detained for expenses incurred for the care given.   [PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD).
7 ME Rev Stat § 3984 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 733: TRANSPORTATION OF ANIMALS|7 §3984. Enforcement of lien

 §3984. Enforcement of lien The commissioner or any person having a lien in accordance with section 3982 or 3983 may enforce the lien in the same manner as enforcements of liens on personal property pursuant to Title 10, chapter 631.   [PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD).
7 ME Rev Stat § 3985 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 733: TRANSPORTATION OF ANIMALS|7 §3985. Immunity from liability

 §3985. Immunity from liability Neither the commissioner nor any person having a lien in accordance with section 3982 or 3983 is liable for the detention of animals pursuant to this chapter.   [PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD).
7 ME Rev Stat § 3991 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 735: RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS|7 §3991. Regulation of research institutions (REPEALED)

 §3991. Regulation of research institutions (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B24 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2003, c. 405, §22 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 452, §B22 (RP). PL 2003, c. 452, §X2 (AFF).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4001 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 737: CALF AND PIG SCRAMBLES|7 §4001. Regulation of calf and pig scrambles

 §4001. Regulation of calf and pig scrambles 1.  Permit required.  Any person sponsoring a calf or pig scramble shall obtain a permit from the commissioner for each specific event at least 10 days before the event.   [PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD).] 2.  Application.  Applications for calf or pig scramble permits shall specify the name of the applicant, the type of scramble and the date or dates of the scramble.   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).] 3.  Fee.  A fee of $10 must be submitted with any application for a calf or pig scramble.   [PL 1999, c. 254, §10 (AMD).] 4.  Rules.  Each applicant obtaining a permit under this section is subject to the rules adopted by the commissioner on the weight and size of animals, age of participants, length of event and such other requirements as the commissioner considers necessary.   [PL 1997, c. 690, §43 (AMD).] 5.  Violation.  Any person who violates this chapter or any of the rules issued pursuant to this chapter commits a civil violation for which a forfeiture not to exceed $100 may be adjudged.   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 690, §43 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 254, §10 (AMD).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4012 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 739: CRUELTY TO ANIMALS|7 §4012. Cruelty to birds

 §4012. Cruelty to birds 1.  Cruelty to birds.  A person is guilty of cruelty to birds if that person:   A. Keeps or uses any live pigeon, fowl or other bird for a target or to be shot at, either for amusement or as a test of skill in marksmanship;   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).]B. Shoots at any bird or is present as a party, umpire or judge at a shooting; or   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).]C. Rents any building, shed, room, yard, field or premises or knowingly allows the use of the same for the purposes of paragraphs A and B.   [PL 1997, c. 690, §45 (AMD).][PL 1997, c. 690, §45 (AMD).] 2.  Construction.  This section may not be construed to prohibit the shooting of wild game in its wild state or the shooting of birds at field trials under the supervision of the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife in accordance with Title 12, chapter 915, subchapter 13.   [PL 2003, c. 414, Pt. B, §16 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF).] 3.  Affirmative defense.  It is an affirmative defense to this section that the conduct involved the use of live animals in the training of other animals in accordance with the laws of the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, Title 12, Part 13.   [PL 2003, c. 414, Pt. B, §16 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 690, §45 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 414, §B16 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 414, §D7 (AFF). PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4013 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 739: CRUELTY TO ANIMALS|7 §4013. Necessary sustenance

 §4013. Necessary sustenance No person owning or responsible for confining or impounding any animal may fail to supply the animal with a sufficient supply of food and water as prescribed in this section.   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).]1.  Food.  The food shall be of sufficient quantity and quality to maintain all animals in good health.   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).] 2.  Water.  If potable water is not accessible to the animal at all times, it must be provided daily and in sufficient quantity for the health of the animal. Snow or ice is not an adequate water source.   [PL 2003, c. 405, §23 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 405, §23 (AMD).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4014 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 739: CRUELTY TO ANIMALS|7 §4014. Necessary medical attention

 §4014. Necessary medical attention No person owning or responsible for confining or impounding any animal may fail to supply the animal with necessary medical attention when the animal is or has been suffering from illness, injury, disease, excessive parasitism or malformed or overgrown hoof.   [PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4017 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 739: CRUELTY TO ANIMALS|7 §4017. Rules

 §4017. Rules The commissioner may adopt any rules necessary or useful to carry out this chapter pursuant to the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375.   [PL 1997, c. 690, §46 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 468, §25 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 690, §46 (AMD).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4018 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 739: CRUELTY TO ANIMALS|7 §4018. Report of suspected cruelty

 §4018. Report of suspected cruelty 1.  Report by veterinarian.  Except as provided in subsection 1-A, a veterinarian licensed in accordance with Title 32, chapter 71-A who, while acting in a professional capacity, has reasonable cause to suspect that an animal is the subject of cruelty or neglect in violation of this chapter or Title 17, chapter 42 may report the suspected violation to the commissioner or the commissioner's designee. A veterinarian making a report under this section may appear and testify in a judicial or administrative proceeding concerning the condition or care of the animal.   [PL 2007, c. 702, §18 (AMD).] 1-A.  Report by veterinarian required.  A veterinarian licensed in accordance with Title 32, chapter 71-A who, while acting in a professional capacity, has reasonable cause to suspect that an animal is the subject of aggravated cruelty under Title 17, section 1031, subsection 1-B shall report the suspected violation to the commissioner or the commissioner's designee. A veterinarian making a report under this section may appear and testify in a judicial or administrative proceeding concerning the condition or care of the animal.   [PL 2007, c. 702, §19 (NEW).] 2.  Immunity.  A veterinarian reporting or testifying under this section is immune from criminal or civil liability or professional disciplinary action that might otherwise result from these actions. The immunity from liability for releasing confidential information applies only to the release of information to the court or to the department, an animal control officer, attorney for the State or law enforcement agency involved in the investigation.   [PL 2001, c. 422, §11 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 422, §11 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 702, §§18, 19 (AMD).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4019 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 739: CRUELTY TO ANIMALS|7 §4019. Removal from unattended motor vehicle

 §4019. Removal from unattended motor vehicle 1.  Removal authorized.  A law enforcement officer, humane agent, animal control officer, firefighter as defined in Title 26, section 2101 or security guard licensed under Title 32, chapter 93, referred to in this section as "authorized persons," may take all steps that are reasonably necessary to remove an animal from a motor vehicle if the animal's safety, health or well-being appears to be in immediate danger from heat, cold or lack of adequate ventilation and the conditions could reasonably be expected to cause extreme suffering or death.   [PL 2019, c. 370, §6 (AMD).] 2.  Notice required.  A law enforcement officer, humane agent or animal control officer who removes an animal in accordance with subsection 1 shall, in a secure and conspicuous location on or within the motor vehicle, leave written notice bearing the officer's or agent's name and office and the address of the location where the animal may be claimed. A firefighter, first responder or security guard who removes an animal in accordance with subsection 1 shall, in a secure and conspicuous location on or within the motor vehicle, leave written notice bearing the person's name and the address of the location where the animal may be claimed. The owner may claim the animal only after payment of all charges that have accrued for the maintenance, care, medical treatment and impoundment of the animal.   [PL 2011, c. 288, §1 (AMD).] 3.  Immunity.  An authorized person who removes an animal from a motor vehicle pursuant to subsection 1 is immune from criminal or civil liability that might otherwise result from the removal.   [PL 2011, c. 288, §1 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2007, c. 702, §20 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 288, §1 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 370, §6 (AMD).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4042 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 741: ANIMAL TRESPASS|7 §4042. Stray livestock

 §4042. Stray livestock 1.  Ownership of livestock unknown.  If the ownership of any stray livestock cannot be established, the livestock must be handled as a stray and an animal control officer shall seize, impound or restrain the livestock and:   A. Deliver the livestock to an animal shelter, farm or holding facility that is capable of safely containing the number, type and size of the livestock; or   [PL 2019, c. 437, §6 (NEW).]B. Arrange for the safe confinement of the livestock at a location designated by the municipality in which the livestock was found.   [PL 2019, c. 437, §6 (NEW).][PL 2019, c. 437, §6 (NEW).] 2.  Municipal procedure for stray livestock.  A municipality shall retain custody of stray livestock under subsection 1 for a period of 10 days. The municipality is responsible for ensuring the proper care of the livestock while confined, including providing proper sustenance, shelter and necessary medical care. If ownership of the stray livestock is not claimed by any person, after 10 days, ownership of the livestock vests with the municipality or an animal shelter designated by the municipality, and the municipality or designated animal shelter may sell, adopt, give away or humanely euthanize the stray livestock. A municipality may reimburse a farm, holding facility or animal shelter for the care and housing of stray livestock pursuant to this section at the same rates as in section 3919‑C. For purposes of this section, "municipality" includes a county under Title 30‑A, section 7501 if the stray livestock has been found in the unorganized territory of that county.   [PL 2019, c. 437, §6 (NEW).] For purposes of this section, "livestock" does not include feral swine or domesticated cervids.   [PL 2019, c. 437, §6 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2019, c. 437, §6 (NEW).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4102 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 743: EQUINE ACTIVITIES|7 §4102. Boarding stables and commercial riding facilities; equine activities (REPEALED)

 §4102. Boarding stables and commercial riding facilities; equine activities (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1991, c. 779, §41 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 779, §60 (AFF). PL 1993, c. 650, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 498, §3 (RP).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4103 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 743: EQUINE ACTIVITIES|7 §4103. Liability for equine activities (REPEALED)

 §4103. Liability for equine activities (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1991, c. 779, §41 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 779, §60 (AFF). PL 1993, c. 650, §3 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 498, §4 (RP).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4104 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 743: EQUINE ACTIVITIES|7 §4104. Equine professional; contracts (REPEALED)

 §4104. Equine professional; contracts (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1991, c. 779, §41 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 779, §60 (AFF). PL 1993, c. 650, §4 (RP).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4104-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 743: EQUINE ACTIVITIES|7 §4104-A. Equine professional; contracts (REPEALED)

 §4104-A. Equine professional; contracts (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 650, §5 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 498, §6 (RP).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4151 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 745: SALE OF DOGS AND CATS|7 §4151. Definitions

 §4151. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW).]1.  Animal.  "Animal" means a dog, wholly of the species canis familiaris, or a cat, wholly or in part of the species felis domesticus.   [PL 2011, c. 100, §14 (AMD).] 1-A.  Animal rescue entity.  "Animal rescue entity" means a nonprofit organization having tax-exempt status under the United States Internal Revenue Code, Section 501(c)(3) whose mission and practice is, in whole or in significant part, the rescue and placement into permanent homes of animals and that does not breed animals.   [PL 2019, c. 544, §4 (NEW).] 2.  Breeder.  "Breeder" means a person, firm, partnership, corporation or association that breeds animals for direct or indirect sale to the public.   [PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW).] 3.  Health problem.  "Health problem" means any disease, illness or any congenital or hereditary condition that would impair the health or function of an animal.   [PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW).] 3-A.  Offer for sale.  "Offer for sale" means to sell, offer to transfer, offer for adoption, advertise for sale, barter, auction, give away or otherwise dispose of an animal.   [PL 2019, c. 544, §5 (NEW).] 4.  Pet dealer.   [PL 2007, c. 702, §21 (RP).] 4-A.  Seller.  "Seller" means the owner or operator of a breeding kennel as defined in section 3907, subsection 8-A or the owner or operator of a grandfathered pet shop. "Seller" includes animal dealers required to be licensed by the United States Department of Agriculture. "Seller" does not include humane societies, nonprofit organizations performing the functions of humane societies or animal shelters licensed in accordance with section 3932-A. For purposes of this section, "grandfathered pet shop" has the same meaning as in section 3933.   [PL 2019, c. 544, §6 (AMD).] 5.  Veterinarian.  "Veterinarian" means a person licensed as a veterinarian in any state.   [PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 690, §50 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 439, §31 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 702, §§21, 22 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 100, §14 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 544, §§4-6 (AMD).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4152-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 745: SALE OF DOGS AND CATS|7 §4152-A. Documents necessary for breed registration

 §4152-A. Documents necessary for breed registration 1.  Requirement to provide.  A seller who states, promises or represents that an animal is registered or capable of registration with an animal pedigree organization shall provide the purchaser with the documents necessary for registration at the time of sale or within 90 days of the sale unless specified otherwise in a contractual agreement signed by the purchaser.   [PL 2009, c. 403, §10 (NEW).] 2.  Process to acquire documentation.  If the purchaser does not receive the necessary documents within the time period specified in subsection 1, the purchaser may send a written request for the documents to the seller via certified mail. Within 60 days of receiving the request, the seller must deliver the documents directly or send them by certified mail to the purchaser.   [PL 2009, c. 403, §10 (NEW).] 3.  Failure to provide documentation; resolution.  If the seller fails to provide the necessary documents in accordance with subsection 2, the purchaser is entitled to a partial refund of 50% of the purchase price. Upon payment of the refund, a seller is absolved of the requirement to provide the documents necessary for breed registration. Acceptance of the registration papers by the purchaser outside of the required time period waives the purchaser's right to a partial refund.   [PL 2009, c. 403, §10 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 403, §10 (NEW).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4154 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 745: SALE OF DOGS AND CATS|7 §4154. Records (REPEALED)

 §4154. Records (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 690, §52 (RP).
7 ME Rev Stat § 4156 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS|Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE|Chapter 745: SALE OF DOGS AND CATS|7 §4156. Responsibilities of purchaser

 §4156. Responsibilities of purchaser To obtain the remedies provided in section 4155, the purchaser has the following responsibilities with respect to an animal with a health problem.   [PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW).]1.  Veterinary diagnosis.  The purchaser must notify the seller, within 2 business days, of the diagnosis by a veterinarian of a health problem and provide the seller with the name and telephone number of the veterinarian and a copy of the veterinarian report on the animal.   [PL 2007, c. 702, §28 (AMD).] 2.  Refund.  If the purchaser wishes to receive a full refund for the animal, the purchaser must return the animal no later than 2 business days after receipt of a written statement from a veterinarian indicating that the animal is unfit due to a health problem. With respect to a dead animal, the purchaser must provide the seller with a written statement from a veterinarian indicating that the animal died from a health problem that existed on or before the receipt of the animal by the purchaser. This subsection does not apply to a refund requested pursuant to section 4155, subsection 3, paragraph D.   [PL 2019, c. 90, §4 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 702, §§28, 29 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 90, §4 (AMD).