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10 ME Rev Stat § 1100-GG (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 2: BUILDING AND DEVELOPMENT|Chapter 110: FINANCE AUTHORITY OF MAINE|Subchapter 14: LOAN GUARANTEE PROGRAM|10 §1100-GG. Termination of program; repeal (REPEALED)

 §1100-GG. Termination of program; repeal (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2019, c. 617, Pt. I, §2 (NEW). MRSA T. 10 §1100-GG, sub-§3 (RP).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1171-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1171-A. Corporate affiliates

 §1171-A. Corporate affiliates A franchisor may not use any subsidiary corporation, affiliated corporation, other corporation in which it owns or controls more than 5% of the stock or other corporation, partnership, association or person to accomplish what would otherwise be prohibited conduct under this chapter on the part of the franchisor. This section does not limit the right of any entity included within the scope of this section to engage in reasonable and appropriate business practices in accordance with the usage of the trade in which it is engaged.   [PL 1997, c. 521, §5 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 521, §5 (NEW).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1172 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1172. Advertisements

 §1172. Advertisements Any person who engages directly or indirectly in purposeful contacts within this State in connection with the offering or advertising for sale or has business dealings with respect to a motor vehicle within the State shall be subject to this chapter.   [PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1173 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1173. Attorney General and civil remedies

 §1173. Attorney General and civil remedies 1.  Civil remedies.  Any franchisee or motor vehicle dealer who suffers financial loss of money or property, real or personal, or who has been otherwise adversely affected as a result of the use or employment by a franchisor of an unfair method of competition or an unfair or deceptive act or any practice declared unlawful by this chapter may bring an action for damages and equitable relief, including injunctive relief. When the franchisee or dealer prevails, the court shall award attorney's fees to the franchisee or dealer, regardless of the amount in controversy, and assess costs against the opposing party. For the purpose of the award of attorney's fees and costs, whenever the franchisee or dealer is seeking injunctive or other relief, the franchisee or dealer may be considered to have prevailed when a judgment or other final order providing equitable relief is entered in its favor. A final judgment, order or decree rendered against a person in any civil, criminal or administrative proceeding under the United States antitrust laws, under the Federal Trade Commission Act, under the Maine Revised Statutes or under this chapter is regarded as prima facie evidence against the person subject to the conditions set forth in the United States antitrust laws, 15 United States Code, Section 16.   [PL 1997, c. 521, §6 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 521, §6 (AMD).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1173-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1173-A. Mediation (REPEALED)

 §1173-A. Mediation (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 521, §7 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 356, §5 (RP).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1174-B (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1174-B. Transportation damages

 §1174-B. Transportation damages 1.  Liability of a new dealer after acceptance.  Notwithstanding the terms, provisions or conditions of any agreement or franchise, the new motor vehicle dealer is solely liable for damages to new motor vehicles after acceptance from the carrier and before delivery to the ultimate purchaser.   [PL 1981, c. 331, §7 (NEW).] 2.  Liability of manufacturer.  Notwithstanding the terms, provisions or conditions of any agreement or franchise, the manufacturer is liable for all damages to motor vehicles before delivery to a carrier or transporter.   [PL 1981, c. 331, §7 (NEW).] 3.  Additional liability of dealer.  The new motor vehicle dealer is liable for damages to new motor vehicles after delivery to the carrier only if the dealer selects the method of transportation, mode of transportation and the carrier. In all other instances, the manufacturer is liable for carrier-related new motor vehicle damage, except that the new motor vehicle dealer must annotate the bill of lading or other carrier document indicating damages observed at the time of delivery to the motor vehicle dealer, and that the dealer shall promptly notify the manufacturer of any concealed damage discovered after delivery.   [PL 1981, c. 331, §7 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1981, c. 331, §7 (NEW).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1174-D (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1174-D. Compensation for new vehicles with safety defect

 §1174-D. Compensation for new vehicles with safety defect 1.  Compensation required.  A manufacturer must compensate a motor vehicle dealer pursuant to 49 United States Code, Section 30116 (2016). A manufacturer is not required by this subsection to pay more than the total value of the affected new motor vehicle to a dealer.   [PL 2017, c. 217, §7 (NEW).] 2.  Civil action; statute of limitations.  If a manufacturer refuses to comply with subsection 1, the motor vehicle dealer may file a complaint with the board pursuant to section 1188 or bring a civil action to recover damages, court costs and reasonable attorney's fees. Notwithstanding section 1183, the action must be commenced within 3 years after the cause of action accrues.   [PL 2017, c. 217, §7 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2017, c. 217, §7 (NEW).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1175 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1175. Delivery and preparation obligations; product liability and implied warranty complaints

 §1175. Delivery and preparation obligations; product liability and implied warranty complaints Every manufacturer shall specify to the dealer the delivery and preparation obligations of its motor vehicle dealers prior to delivery of new motor vehicles to retail buyers. The delivery and preparation obligations of its motor vehicle dealers and a schedule of the compensation to be paid to its motor vehicle dealers for the work and services they shall be required to perform in connection with such delivery and preparation obligations shall constitute any such dealer's only responsibility for product liability as between such dealer and such manufacturer. The compensation as set forth on said schedule shall be reasonable.   [PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).]In any action or claim brought against the dealer on a product liability complaint in which it is later determined that the manufacturer is liable, the dealer shall be entitled, from the manufacturer, to receive its reasonable costs and attorney's fees incurred in defending the claim or action.   [PL 1979, c. 498, §2 (NEW).]In any action or claim brought against the dealer on a breach of implied warranty complaint in which it is later determined that the manufacturer is liable, the dealer shall be entitled, from the manufacturer, to receive its reasonable costs and attorney's fees incurred in defending the claim or action. In any such implied warranty action, a dealer shall have the rights of a buyer under Title 11, section 2‑607, subsection (5).   [PL 1985, c. 221 (NEW).]The court shall consider the dealer's share in the responsibility for the damages in awarding costs and attorney's fees.   [PL 1979, c. 498, §2 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW). PL 1979, c. 498, §2 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 221 (AMD).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1176-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1176-A. Audits

 §1176-A. Audits A manufacturer may reasonably and periodically audit a new motor vehicle dealer to determine the validity of paid claims or any charge-backs for customer or dealer incentives. Audits of incentive payments may be only for the 12-month period immediately preceding the date notifying the dealer that an audit is to be conducted.   [PL 2013, c. 534, §8 (AMD).]A franchisor may not deny those elements of a paid claim or customer or dealer incentive that are based on a dealer's incidental failure to comply with a claim requirement or a clerical error or other technicality, regardless of whether the franchisor contests any other element of that claim, as long as the dealer corrects the clerical error or other technicality according to licensee guidelines.   [PL 2017, c. 217, §8 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 521, §26 (NEW). PL 2013, c. 534, §8 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 217, §8 (AMD).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1177 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1177. Unreasonable restrictions

 §1177. Unreasonable restrictions It shall be unlawful directly or indirectly to impose unreasonable restrictions on the motor vehicle dealer or franchisee relative to transfer, sale, right to renew, termination, discipline, noncompetition covenants, site-contract whether by sublease, collateral pledge of lease, or otherwise, right of first refusal to purchase, option to purchase, compliance with subjective standards and assertion of legal or equitable rights.   [PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1178 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1178. Covered under written or oral agreements

 §1178. Covered under written or oral agreements 1.  Agreements subject to this chapter.  Written or oral agreements between a manufacturer, wholesaler or distributor with a motor vehicle dealer including, but not limited to, the franchise offering, the franchise agreement, sales agreements, policies and procedures agreements, bulletins or manuals, sales of goods, services or advertising, leases or mortgages of real or personal property, promises to pay, security interests, pledges, insurance contracts, advertising contracts, construction or installation contracts, servicing contracts, and all other such agreements in which the manufacturer, wholesaler or distributor has any direct or indirect interest, are subject to this chapter.   [PL 2003, c. 356, §11 (AMD).] 2.  Copy of agreement or amendments.  Before any new selling agreement or any amendment thereto between said parties shall become effective, the manufacturer, distributor, wholesaler, distributor branch or division, factory branch or division, wholesale branch or division, or officer, agent or other representative thereof shall, 90 days prior to the effective date thereof, forward a copy of such agreement or amendment to the dealer.   [PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 356, §11 (AMD).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1179 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1179. Franchise interest, vested rights

 §1179. Franchise interest, vested rights Notwithstanding any other provision of law, it shall be unlawful for the manufacturer, wholesaler, distributor or franchisor without due cause, to fail to renew a franchise on terms then equally available to all its motor vehicle dealers, to terminate a franchise or to restrict the transfer of a franchise unless the franchisee shall receive fair and reasonable compensation for the value of the business.   [PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1180 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1180. Franchisee's right to associate

 §1180. Franchisee's right to associate Any franchisee shall have the right of free association with other franchisees for any lawful purpose.   [PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1181 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1181. Discounts and other inducements

 §1181. Discounts and other inducements In connection with a sale of a motor vehicle or vehicles to the State or to any political subdivision of the State, a manufacturer, distributor, wholesaler or corporate affiliate may not offer any discounts, refunds or any other similar type of inducement to any dealer without making the same offer or offers to all other of its dealers within the relevant market area, and if such inducements are made, the manufacturer, distributor or wholesaler shall give simultaneous notice of the inducements to all of its dealers within the relevant market area.   [PL 1999, c. 766, §3 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 766, §3 (AMD).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1182 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1182. Public policy

 §1182. Public policy Any contract or part thereof or practice thereunder in violation of any provision of this chapter shall be deemed against public policy and shall be void and unenforceable.   [PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).]The Legislature finds that the manufacture, distribution and sale of motor vehicles in the State vitally affects the general economy of the State and the public interest and public welfare; that the manufacturers of motor vehicles whose physical manufacturing facilities are not located within the State and distributors are doing business in the State through their control over and relationship and transactions with their dealers in the State; that the geographical location of the State makes it necessary to ensure the availability of motor vehicles and parts and dependable service for motor vehicles throughout the State to protect and preserve the transportation system, the public safety and welfare and the investments of its residents. The Legislature declares, on the basis of these findings, that it is necessary to regulate and to license motor vehicle manufacturers and distributors and their branches and representatives, motor vehicle dealers and any other person engaged in the business of selling or purchasing vehicles in the State in order to prevent frauds, impositions and other abuses against residents and to protect and preserve the economy, the investments of residents, the public safety and the transportation system of the State.   [PL 1997, c. 521, §27 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 521, §27 (AMD).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1182-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1182-A. Exemption for installation on previously assembled truck chassis

 §1182-A. Exemption for installation on previously assembled truck chassis This chapter does not apply to a person, partnership, firm, association, corporation or trust, resident or nonresident, that manufactures, assembles, distributes, sells, leases, solicits or advertises the sale or lease of a motor vehicle that consists of the installation on a previously assembled truck chassis in excess of 25,000 pounds gross vehicle weight rating, as defined by Title 29‑A, section 101, subsection 26‑B, special bodies or equipment that, when installed, form an integral part of the motor vehicle and constitute a major manufacturing alteration. This exemption applies only to entities that do not franchise in the State.   [PL 2003, c. 166, §1 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 521, §28 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 166, §1 (AMD).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1183 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1183. Statute of limitation

 §1183. Statute of limitation Except for an action arising out of section 1174‑D, actions arising out of any provision of this chapter must be commenced within 4 years after the cause of action accrues; if a person liable under this chapter conceals the cause of action from the knowledge of the person entitled to bring it, the period prior to the discovery of the cause of action by the person so entitled is excluded in determining the time limited for commencement of the action. If a cause of action accrues during the pendency of any civil, criminal or administrative proceeding against a person brought by the United States, or any of its agencies under the antitrust laws, the Federal Trade Commission Act, or any other Federal Act, or the laws of the State related to antitrust laws or to franchising, such actions may be commenced within one year after the final disposition of such civil, criminal or administrative proceeding.   [PL 2017, c. 217, §9 (AMD).]Notwithstanding any provision in a franchise agreement, if a dispute covered by this chapter or any other law is submitted to mediation or arbitration, the time for the dealer to file a complaint, action, petition or protest is tolled until the mediation or arbitration proceeding is completed.   [PL 1997, c. 521, §29 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 521, §29 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 217, §9 (AMD).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1184 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1184. Construction

 §1184. Construction In construing this chapter the courts may be guided by the interpretations of the Federal Trade Commission Act(15 U.S.C. 45), as from time to time amended.   [PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).]If any provision of this chapter is declared unconstitutional or the applicability thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the constitutionality of the remainder of this chapter and the applicability thereof to persons and circumstances shall not be affected thereby.   [PL 1981, c. 331, §8 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW). PL 1981, c. 331, §8 (AMD).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1185 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1185. Jurisdiction

 §1185. Jurisdiction Any person who shall violate any provisions of this chapter shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of this State, upon service of process in accordance with Title 14, chapter 203, and consistent with the maximum limits of due process as decided by the United States Supreme Court.   [PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW).
10 ME Rev Stat § 1186 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE|Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE|Chapter 204: BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|Subchapter 1: REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES BETWEEN MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS|10 §1186. Penalty

 §1186. Penalty Any person who violates any provision of this chapter other than section 1174‑D commits a Class E crime.   [PL 2017, c. 217, §10 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 573 (NEW). PL 1979, c. 127, §58 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 217, §10 (AMD).