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2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE › Chapter 745: SALE OF DOGS AND CATS › 7 §4158. Contest

§4158. Contest
1.  Demand for remedy; contest.
When a seller wishes to contest a demand for the remedy specified in section 4155, the seller may require the purchaser to produce all the veterinarian's records and the animal for examination or autopsy by a veterinarian designated by the seller. The veterinarian designated by the seller must be practicing at a veterinary clinic within 100 miles of the purchaser's residence. The seller shall pay the cost of this examination or autopsy. The seller has a right of recovery against the purchaser if the seller is not obligated to provide a remedy under section 4155.
[PL 2007, c. 702, §31 (AMD).]
2.  Right to court action.
If the seller does not provide the remedy selected by the purchaser set forth in section 4155, the purchaser may initiate a court action. The prevailing party in the court action has the right to recover costs and reasonable attorney's fees.
[PL 2007, c. 702, §32 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 690, §53 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 702, §§31, 32 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE › Chapter 745: SALE OF DOGS AND CATS › 7 §4159. Posted notice

§4159. Posted notice
A seller whose facility has public access shall post, in a prominent location in the area to which a prospective purchaser would have access, a notice printed in a minimum of 48-point, bold-faced type and containing the following language:
"YOU ARE ENTITLED TO A STATEMENT OF CONSUMER RIGHTS AND DISCLOSURE OF YOUR ANIMAL'S HEALTH HISTORY AND THE WARRANTY ON YOUR ANIMAL. YOU MAY ASK TO SEE THESE ITEMS PRIOR TO PURCHASE. MAKE SURE YOU RECEIVE THESE ITEMS AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE."
[PL 2007, c. 702, §33 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 702, §33 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE › Chapter 745: SALE OF DOGS AND CATS › 7 §4160. Notice of consumer rights

§4160. Notice of consumer rights
1.  Written notice.
A seller shall provide the purchaser a written notice of rights, signed by the seller, certifying the accuracy of the information contained in the notice. The notice must be signed by the purchaser, acknowledging that the purchaser has reviewed and understood the written notice. A signed copy must be retained by the seller and one copy given to the purchaser. The notice must be in a minimum of 16-point, bold-faced type and must state the following:
"A STATEMENT OF MAINE LAW GOVERNING THE SALE OF DOGS AND CATS:
The sale of dogs and cats is subject to consumer protection regulations. Maine law also provides safeguards to protect sellers and animal purchasers. Attached is a copy of the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 7, chapter 745. Contained in this law is a statement of your consumer rights and remedies. Also attached is your pet's health history and specific warranty information."
[PL 2007, c. 702, §34 (AMD).]
2.  Oral notice.
In addition, all medical information required to be disclosed pursuant to this section must be orally disclosed to the purchaser by the seller prior to purchase.
[PL 2007, c. 702, §35 (AMD).]
The statement of consumer rights must also contain or have attached the disclosure required under section 4152 and the name and phone number of the state agency to be contacted in the event of perceived violations of this chapter.   [PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 702, §§34, 35 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE › Chapter 745: SALE OF DOGS AND CATS › 7 §4161. Limitation

§4161. Limitation
This chapter does not limit the rights or remedies that are otherwise available to a purchaser under any other law.   [PL 1997, c. 690, §54 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 690, §54 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE › Chapter 745: SALE OF DOGS AND CATS › 7 §4162. Additional penalties

§4162. Additional penalties
1.  Civil violation.
A person who fails to meet a requirement of this chapter commits a civil violation for which a fine of not less than $50 or more than $500 per violation may be adjudged.
[PL 2009, c. 343, §24 (AMD).]
2.  Action against pet shops and breeding kennels.
The department may, in accordance with Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 5, revoke or suspend the license of a pet shop or breeding kennel that violates any provision of this chapter or rules adopted under section 3906-B, subsection 10 to implement this chapter.
A. [PL 1997, c. 690, §55 (RP).]
B. [PL 1997, c. 690, §55 (RP).]
C. [PL 1997, c. 690, §55 (RP).]
D. [PL 1997, c. 690, §55 (RP).]
E. [PL 1997, c. 690, §55 (RP).]
[PL 2009, c. 343, §24 (AMD).]
3.  Action against license.
[PL 1997, c. 690, §55 (RP).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1995, c. 589, §1 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 690, §55 (RPR). PL 1999, c. 547, §B78 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2009, c. 343, §24 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE › Chapter 745: SALE OF DOGS AND CATS › 7 §4163. Dog or cat vendor's license

§4163. Dog or cat vendor's license
A person may not advertise for sale, sell or exchange for value more than one cat or dog under the age of 6 months in a 12-month period unless that person has a valid animal shelter, kennel or breeding kennel license or a valid vendor's license issued under this section.   [PL 2019, c. 544, §8 (AMD).]
1.  Vendor's license; fee.
A person may apply for a vendor's license by completing and submitting to the department an application form provided by the department. Upon receipt of a completed application, the department shall issue a vendor's license and an identifying license number that is valid for a period of 90 days from the date of issuance. A person is entitled to one vendor's license in a 12-month period at no charge. A fee of $25 must be submitted with each additional application for a vendor's license within a 12-month period.
[PL 2007, c. 702, §37 (AMD).]
2.  Advertising.
A person possessing a vendor's license issued under this section must include that vendor's license number in any form of advertising, brochure or sign that announces the availability of a dog or cat for sale or exchange. The vendor's name and license number must be provided to a person purchasing or otherwise receiving a dog or cat from the vendor.
[PL 2007, c. 439, §34 (NEW).]
3.  Violation.
A person who fails to comply with this section commits a civil violation for which a fine of not less than $50 nor more than $200 may be adjudged, none of which may be suspended.
[PL 2007, c. 439, §34 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2007, c. 439, §34 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 702, §§36, 37 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 544, §8 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 10: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT › Chapter 747: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT › 7 §4201. Definitions

§4201. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
1.  Animal feeding operation.
"Animal feeding operation" means a lot or facility where animals are confined and fed for a total of at least 45 days in a 12-month period. "Animal feeding operation" does not include an aquatic animal production facility.
[PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
2.  Animal unit.
"Animal unit" means 1,000 pounds of animal body weight.
[PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
3.  Board.
"Board" means the Nutrient Management Review Board established in section 4203.
[PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
4.  Farm nutrient.
"Farm nutrient" means a substance or recognized plant nutrient, element or compound that is used or sold for its plant nutritive content or its claimed nutritive value for use in growing crops. The term includes, but is not limited to, livestock and poultry manures, compost as fertilizer, commercially manufactured chemical fertilizers, sewage sludge, residuals or combinations of these.
[PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
5.  Nutrient management plan.
"Nutrient management plan" means a written document that outlines how farm nutrients are stored, managed and utilized on the farm for which the plan is written.
[PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
6.  Regulated residual.
"Regulated residual" means a residual regulated by the Department of Environmental Protection pursuant to Title 38, chapter 13 that is used primarily for its nitrogen and phosphorous value as determined by the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. "Regulated residual" does not include compost in quantities less than 100 tons per year or wood ash.
[PL 2003, c. 283, §1 (AMD); PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. W, §5 (REV).]
7.  Residual.
"Residual" means any material generated as a byproduct of a nonagricultural production or treatment process that has value as a source of crop nutrients or soil amendment.
[PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
8.  Verified complaint of improper manure handling.
"Verified complaint of improper manure handling" means a complaint of improper manure handling investigated in accordance with Title 17, section 2701-B and resulting in a determination by the commissioner that the manure has been stored or handled in a manner that does not conform with best management practices.
[PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 530, §1 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 283, §1 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. W, §5 (REV).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 10: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT › Chapter 747: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT › 7 §4202. Duties of the commissioner

§4202. Duties of the commissioner
The commissioner shall implement a program to promote responsible use of farm nutrients in accordance with this chapter. The commissioner has the powers and duties as set forth in this section.   [PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
1.  Nutrient management plans.
In accordance with Title 5, chapter 375, the commissioner shall adopt rules to establish minimum requirements for nutrient management plans required under section 4204, a process for review of the nutrient management plans, periodic revisions to plans and determination of compliance with the plans. Rules adopted pursuant to this section are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II‑A. The commissioner shall maintain a list of farms that have a nutrient management plan based on notification received pursuant to section 4204, subsection 3.
[PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
2.  Certification of persons to prepare nutrient management plans.
The commissioner shall develop a program to train and certify persons in the preparation of nutrient management plans. The commissioner may establish minimum educational requirements for persons eligible for certification. The commissioner may revoke a certification in accordance with section 4210.
[PL 1999, c. 530, §2 (AMD).]
3.  Livestock operations permits.
The commissioner shall issue livestock operations permits in accordance with section 4205. The commissioner may revoke a livestock operations permit in accordance with section 4211.
[PL 1999, c. 530, §2 (AMD).]
4.  Educational outreach.
The commissioner shall conduct an educational outreach program for the agricultural community to increase awareness of the provisions of this chapter and the need for nutrient management planning. The commissioner shall inform the public about manure-related issues and the department's efforts to address manure-related issues.
[PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
5.  Enforcement.
Whenever it appears to the commissioner that there is or has been a violation of this chapter, rules adopted under this chapter or the conditions of a permit or variance issued under this chapter, the commissioner may initiate an enforcement action.
[PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 530, §2 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 10: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT › Chapter 747: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT › 7 §4206. Rulemaking (REPEALED)

§4206. Rulemaking
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 530, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 10: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT › Chapter 747: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT › 7 §4207. Winter spreading of manure prohibited

§4207. Winter spreading of manure prohibited
1.  Winter spreading prohibited.
Except pursuant to a variance granted under subsection 2, a person may not spread manure on agricultural fields between December 1st of a calendar year and March 15th of the following calendar year. This prohibition includes the spreading of manure and spraying or irrigation of liquid manure.
[PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. B, §28 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).]
2.  Variance.
Upon application to the commissioner, the commissioner may grant a variance to allow a person to spread manure during the winter due to financial hardship or other circumstances that necessitate the application. In granting a variance, the commissioner shall impose restrictions to minimize potential environmental degradation and prescribe actions to ensure future compliance.
[PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. B, §28 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).]
3.  Violation.
A person who violates this section commits a civil violation for which a fine of up to $1,000 per day for each day that spreading occurs may be adjudged.
[PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. B, §28 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 452, §B28 (RPR). PL 2003, c. 452, §X2 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 10: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT › Chapter 747: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT › 7 §4208. Nutrient Management Fund

§4208. Nutrient Management Fund
There is established the nonlapsing Nutrient Management Fund. The commissioner may accept funds from any source designated to be placed in the fund. The commissioner may authorize expenses from the fund as necessary to carry out the purposes of this Part.   [PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 10: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT › Chapter 747: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT › 7 §4209. Penalties (REPEALED)

§4209. Penalties
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 642, §2 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 530, §6 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 283, §4 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 452, §B29 (RP). PL 2003, c. 452, §X2 (AFF). PL 2003, c. 688, §A7 (RP). PL 2003, c. 688, §A8 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 10: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT › Chapter 747: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT › 7 §4210. Revocation of certification

§4210. Revocation of certification
If the commissioner finds that a person certified to prepare nutrient management plans has failed to comply with section 4204, subsection 3, the commissioner may revoke that person's certification in accordance with this section.   [PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW).]
1.  Notice.
The commissioner shall give written notice of a revocation immediately following a decision to revoke. A notice of revocation must state the reason the certification is being revoked and the effective date of the revocation and must inform the person of the hearing provisions under subsection 2 and the appeals process before the board.
[PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW).]
2.  Hearing.
A person receiving a notice of revocation under subsection 1 may request a hearing on that revocation. A request for a hearing must be in writing and must be made no later than 30 days after receipt of the revocation notice required under subsection 1. The commissioner shall notify the person of the date and location of the hearing.
A person may present evidence at a hearing that might justify reinstatement of the certification.
[PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW).]
3.  Decisions; appeal.
Decisions of the commissioner must be in writing. The commissioner may reinstate the certification if the commissioner finds that the person has complied with section 4204, subsection 3. A person whose certification is revoked by the commissioner may appeal that decision to the board.
[PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 10: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT › Chapter 747: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT › 7 §4211. Revocation of livestock operations permit

§4211. Revocation of livestock operations permit
If the commissioner finds that a person issued a livestock operations permit has failed to comply with the provisions of that permit, the commissioner may revoke that person's permit.   [PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW).]
1.  Notice.
The commissioner shall give written notice of a revocation immediately following a decision to revoke. A notice of revocation must state the reason the permit is being revoked and the effective date of the revocation and must inform the person of the hearing provisions under subsection 2 and the appeals process before the board.
[PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW).]
2.  Hearing.
A person receiving a notice of revocation under subsection 1 may request a hearing on that revocation. A request for a hearing must be in writing and must be made not later than 30 days after receipt of the revocation notice required under subsection 1. The commissioner shall notify the person of the date and location of the hearing.
A person may present evidence at a hearing that might justify reinstatement of the permit.
[PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW).]
3.  Decisions; appeal.
Decisions of the commissioner must be in writing. A person whose permit is revoked by the commissioner may appeal that decision to the board.
[PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 10: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT › Chapter 747: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT › 7 §4212. Moratorium on swine feeding operation (REPEALED)

§4212. Moratorium on swine feeding operation
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW). MRSA T. 7 §4212 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 10: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT › Chapter 747: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT › 7 §4213. Annual report; Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (REPEALED)

§4213. Annual report; Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 530, §7 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. W, §5 (REV). PL 2013, c. 29, §4 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS › Part 10: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT › Chapter 747: NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT › 7 §4214. Nutrient management plans for fish hatcheries

§4214. Nutrient management plans for fish hatcheries
1.  Nutrient management plan required for fish hatcheries.
A person who owns or operates a fish hatchery, not including an off-shore marine aquaculture operation in estuarine or marine waters, must have and implement a nutrient management plan for the fish waste from the hatchery by the date specified in rules adopted pursuant to subsection 2. The commissioner shall maintain a list of fish hatcheries that have a nutrient management plan.
[PL 1999, c. 726, §1 (NEW).]
2.  Rules for fish hatcheries.
In accordance with Title 5, chapter 375, the commissioner shall adopt rules to establish requirements for nutrient management plans for fish hatcheries, compliance schedules for fish hatcheries, a process for review of the nutrient management plans, periodic revisions of plans and determination of compliance with the plans. A nutrient management plan for a fish hatchery must address storage, management and use of fish waste from the hatchery with the goal of improving water quality.
Rules adopted pursuant to this subsection are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II‑A.
[PL 1999, c. 726, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 726, §1 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7-A: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Subtitle 1: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Chapter 1: DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 7-A §101. Definitions

§101. Definitions
As used in this Title, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
1.  Commissioner.
"Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry.
[PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
2.  Department.
"Department" means the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry.
[PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
2-A.  Foodways.
[PL 2017, c. 314, §2 (RP).]
2-B.  Local food system.
[PL 2017, c. 314, §3 (RP); PL 2017, c. 314, §7 (AFF).]
3.  Seal.
The department has an official seal, which must be judicially noticed.
[PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §2 (AFF). PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §7 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF). PL 2017, c. 215, §1 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 314, §§2, 3 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 314, §7 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7-A: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Subtitle 1: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Chapter 1: DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION › 7-A §201. Department

§201. Department
1.  Establishment.
The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry is established as a cabinet-level department.
[PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
2.  Divisions.
The department consists of the divisions necessary to carry out the work of the department.
[PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §2 (AFF). PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7-A: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Subtitle 1: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Chapter 1: DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION › 7-A §201-A. Local food and rural economic development (REPEALED)

§201-A. Local food and rural economic development
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §8 (NEW). PL 2017, c. 314, §4 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7-A: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Subtitle 1: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Chapter 1: DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION › 7-A §201-B. Local authority to regulate food systems (REPEALED)

§201-B. Local authority to regulate food systems
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2017, c. 215, §2 (NEW). PL 2017, c. 314, §5 (RP). PL 2017, c. 314, §7 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7-A: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Subtitle 1: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Chapter 1: DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION › 7-A §202. Mission; guiding principles

§202. Mission; guiding principles
1.  Mission.
The mission of the department is to serve as a steward of Maine's agricultural and natural resources. The department shall implement public policy that:
A. Supports the work of citizens who derive their livelihood through agricultural, conservation and forest-based interests and supports those who enjoy parks and conservation lands;   [PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §9 (NEW).]
B. Through education, technical assistance, research, regulation and land conservation, promotes and protects the public health, the well-being of domestic animals, wise land usage and the preservation of the State's key conservation assets; and   [PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §9 (NEW).]
C. Assists in creating added value for land-derived and forest-derived products as well as creating outdoor-based recreational experiences for local, national and international markets.   [PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §9 (NEW).]
[PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §9 (AMD); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
2.  Guiding principles.
The following principles are adopted to guide the department in the performance of its duties:
A. Forestry, farming, conservation, public lands and other natural resource-based economic activity are important to the State's economy and quality of life;   [PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §9 (AMD); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
A-1. The State's rural jobs and multifaceted natural resources are at the same time a rich heritage to be carefully passed to successive generations and an evolving economic engine driving the recreation, food and fiber components of the State’s workplaces;   [PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §9 (NEW).]
B. Strengthening farming, forestry, conservation, recreation, state parks, public lands and public access to the State's natural resources is vital to enhancing the State's natural resources economy; and   [PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §9 (AMD); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
C. The State's land and water are the common denominators for fresh, locally grown food, processed food, horticulture, livestock, sustainably managed forest products and the State's internationally recognized outdoor recreation and conservation areas.   [PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §9 (NEW).]
[PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §9 (AMD); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §2 (AFF). PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §9 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7-A: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Subtitle 1: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Chapter 1: DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION › 7-A §203. Commissioner

§203. Commissioner
The department is under the control and supervision of the Commissioner of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, who reports directly to the Governor.   [PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
1.  Appointment.
The Governor shall appoint the commissioner, subject to review by the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over agriculture, conservation and forestry matters and confirmation by the Senate. The commissioner, who must be a person of recognized executive ability and who must possess training, knowledge or experience in agricultural production, conservation, forestry and natural resource management, serves at the pleasure of the Governor.
[PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §10 (AMD); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
2.  Deputies; staff.
[PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §11 (RP); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
2-A.  Deputy; staff.
The commissioner shall appoint a deputy commissioner to assist the commissioner with the operations of the department. The commissioner shall also appoint a natural resource marketing and economic development specialist, who shall assist the commissioner in the identification and tracking of natural resource industry trends, who shall work with natural resource groups to identify value-added opportunities and who shall coordinate with other governmental agencies to help management to improve the sustainability of the State's agricultural resources and the long-term health of the State's agricultural, forestry and natural resource-based industries.
[PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §12 (NEW).]
3.  Vacancy; commissioner.
A vacancy in the office of the commissioner must be filled as follows.
A. A vacancy in the commissioner's position must be filled in accordance with Title 5, section 1.   [PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
B. The commissioner shall appoint one of the department's deputy commissioners to perform the duties of the commissioner, in addition to the duties of that deputy commissioner, during the commissioner's temporary absence or disability.   [PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
[PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §2 (AFF). PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §§10-12 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7-A: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Subtitle 1: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Chapter 1: DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION › 7-A §204. Powers and duties of commissioner

§204. Powers and duties of commissioner
The commissioner has all of the powers and duties necessary to carry out the mission and responsibilities of the department. The commissioner has the power to distribute the functions and duties given to the commissioner under this Title, Title 7 and Title 12 among the various bureaus of the department so as to integrate the work properly and to promote the most economical and efficient administration of the department. Powers and duties given to the commissioner or the department in this Title, Title 7 or Title 12 must be assumed and carried out by the bureaus that the commissioner designates and may in turn be delegated to subordinates by bureau directors with the approval of the commissioner.   [PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §13 (AMD); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
1.  Administration.
The commissioner shall administer the department in accordance with the requirements of this Title and shall fulfill the duties prescribed to the commissioner by state and federal law.
[PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
2.  Rulemaking.
The commissioner shall adopt rules to implement this Title. Rules adopted pursuant to this subsection are routine technical rules, as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2‑A, unless otherwise specified.
[PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
3.  Employees.
The commissioner may employ personnel as necessary to carry out the work of the department. Except as otherwise provided by law, all personnel of the department are under the immediate supervision, direction and control of the commissioner. Department personnel are subject to the Civil Service Law, except for positions subject to appointment by the commissioner under subsection 4 and as otherwise specified.
[PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
4.  Appointments.
The deputy commissioner and bureau directors of the department are appointed by the commissioner and serve at the pleasure of the commissioner, except as otherwise provided by law. The deputy commissioner and bureau directors appointed pursuant to this Title must have educational qualifications and professional experience directly related to the functions of and services provided by the relevant unit or bureau.
[PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §14 (AMD); PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §2 (AFF). PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §§13,14 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7-A: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Subtitle 1: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Chapter 1: DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION › 7-A §205. Department organization; divisions (REPEALED)

§205. Department organization; divisions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §1 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. V, §2 (AFF). PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §15 (RP). PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §17 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 7-A: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Subtitle 1: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › Chapter 1: DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION › 7-A §206. Department organization; bureaus

§206. Department organization; bureaus
The department is composed of the following bureaus, each of which is under the direction and supervision of a director:   [PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §16 (NEW).]
1.  Bureau of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources.
The Bureau of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources, which is composed of the former Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources and all associated units and programs;
[PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §16 (NEW).]
2.  Bureau of Forestry.
The Bureau of Forestry, which is composed of the former Division of Forestry and all associated units and programs;
[PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §16 (NEW).]
3.  Bureau of Parks and Lands.
The Bureau of Parks and Lands, which is composed of the former Division of Parks and Public Lands and all associated units and programs;
[PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §16 (NEW).]
4.  Bureau of Resource Information and Land Use Planning.
The Bureau of Resource Information and Land Use Planning, which is composed of the Division of Land Use Planning, Permitting and Compliance, the Division of Geology, Natural Areas and Coastal Resources, the Land for Maine's Future Program, the units of municipal planning assistance and flood plain management and all other associated units and programs.
[PL 2013, c. 424, Pt. K, §1 (AMD).]
The commissioner shall appoint a director for each bureau, giving preference to existing directors or other staff from within the bureau.   [PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §16 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2013, c. 405, Pt. A, §16 (NEW). PL 2013, c. 424, Pt. K, §1 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 1: BOWLING, POOL AND SHOOTING GALLERIES (REPEALED) › 8 §1. Unlicensed alleys and billiard rooms (REPEALED)

§1. Unlicensed alleys and billiard rooms
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2013, c. 595, Pt. U, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 1: BOWLING, POOL AND SHOOTING GALLERIES (REPEALED) › 8 §2. Licenses (REPEALED)

§2. Licenses
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 348, §1 (AMD). PL 1979, c. 562, §1 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 595, Pt. U, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 3: CIRCUSES › 8 §51. Equipment; rules and regulations

§51. Equipment; rules and regulations
The tents and equipment of circuses and traveling amusement shows are required to be constructed of fire-resisting and flameproofed materials. Such equipment is required to be set up and arranged in such a way that it will provide safe means of egress in case of fire or other emergency. The Commissioner of Public Safety is authorized and directed to promulgate rules and regulations to carry out this section, and all regulations so made shall have the force of law insofar as they are not inconsistent with this section.   [PL 1971, c. 622, §141-B (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1971, c. 622, §141B (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 5: BOXING (REPEALED) › 8 §101. Commission (REPEALED)

§101. Commission
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1967, c. 476, §14 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 115, §1 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 160 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 682, §1 (RPR). PL 1981, c. 501, §§3,4 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 5: BOXING (REPEALED) › 8 §101-A. Declaration of policy (REPEALED)

§101-A. Declaration of policy
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 115, §2 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 5: BOXING (REPEALED) › 8 §104. Disbursements (REPEALED)

§104. Disbursements
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1973, c. 585, §1 (AMD). PL 1979, c. 541, §A78 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 5: BOXING (REPEALED) › 8 §105. Annual reports (REPEALED)

§105. Annual reports
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 115, §3 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 767, §1 (RPR). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 5: BOXING (REPEALED) › 8 §106. Jurisdiction (REPEALED)

§106. Jurisdiction
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1973, c. 684 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 115, §4 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §147 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 5: BOXING (REPEALED) › 8 §107. Licenses (REPEALED)

§107. Licenses
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1973, c. 303, §3 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 115, §5 (RPR). PL 1977, c. 694, §148 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 5: BOXING (REPEALED) › 8 §109. Accident insurance (REPEALED)

§109. Accident insurance
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1973, c. 585, §12 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 5: BOXING (REPEALED) › 8 §110. Rules and regulations (REPEALED)

§110. Rules and regulations
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 115, §6 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 5: BOXING (REPEALED) › 8 §111. Taxes (REPEALED)

§111. Taxes
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1965, c. 461 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 501, §5 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6: PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING MATCHES, SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS (REPEALED) › 8 §131. Commission (REPEALED)

§131. Commission
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 13 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6: PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING MATCHES, SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS (REPEALED) › 8 §132. Declaration of policy (REPEALED)

§132. Declaration of policy
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 13 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6: PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING MATCHES, SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS (REPEALED) › 8 §133. Reports (REPEALED)

§133. Reports
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 13 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6: PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING MATCHES, SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS (REPEALED) › 8 §134. Jurisdiction (REPEALED)

§134. Jurisdiction
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 13 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 694, §149 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6: PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING MATCHES, SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS (REPEALED) › 8 §135. Licenses (REPEALED)

§135. Licenses
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 13 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 694, §§150-150B (AMD). PL 1979, c. 663, §26 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6: PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING MATCHES, SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS (REPEALED) › 8 §136. Licenses for foreign copromoters (REPEALED)

§136. Licenses for foreign copromoters
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 13 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6: PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING MATCHES, SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS (REPEALED) › 8 §137. Accident insurance (REPEALED)

§137. Accident insurance
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 13 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6: PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING MATCHES, SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS (REPEALED) › 8 §138. Rules and regulations (REPEALED)

§138. Rules and regulations
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 13 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6: PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING MATCHES, SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS (REPEALED) › 8 §139. Taxes (REPEALED)

§139. Taxes
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 13 (NEW). PL 1981, c. 501, §6 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6: PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING MATCHES, SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS (REPEALED) › 8 §140. Decisions (REPEALED)

§140. Decisions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 13 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 413, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §141. Commission (REPEALED)

§141. Commission
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 553, §46 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 812, §54 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 634, §1 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §142. Declaration of policy (REPEALED)

§142. Declaration of policy
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1985, c. 634, §2 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §143. Meetings; chairman; quorum (REPEALED)

§143. Meetings; chairman; quorum
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §144. Disposal of fees; expenses (REPEALED)

§144. Disposal of fees; expenses
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 553, §3 (RPR). PL 1985, c. 785, §B49 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §145. Annual reports (REPEALED)

§145. Annual reports
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §146. Jurisdiction (REPEALED)

§146. Jurisdiction
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 553, §4 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 303, §1 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 634, §3 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §147. Powers and duties (REPEALED)

§147. Powers and duties
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1985, c. 303, §2 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 634, §§4-6 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §147-A. Headgear required; safety equipment (REPEALED)

§147-A. Headgear required; safety equipment
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 303, §3 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §147-B. Head injuries (REPEALED)

§147-B. Head injuries
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 303, §3 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §148. Boxing and kick-boxing licenses (REPEALED)

§148. Boxing and kick-boxing licenses
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 553, §5 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 634, §7 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §149. Wrestling licenses (REPEALED)

§149. Wrestling licenses
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 553, §6 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §150. Permits for foreign copromoters (REPEALED)

§150. Permits for foreign copromoters
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 553, §7 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §151. Promoter's reports (REPEALED)

§151. Promoter's reports
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1985, c. 634, §8 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §152. Taxes (REPEALED)

§152. Taxes
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1983, c. 553, §8 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 862, §29 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 389, §2 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 634, §9 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §153. Decisions (REPEALED)

§153. Decisions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1985, c. 634, §10 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §154. Disciplinary actions (REPEALED)

§154. Disciplinary actions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 6-A: THE MAINE ATHLETIC COMMISSION (REPEALED) › 8 §155. Penalties; injunction (REPEALED)

§155. Penalties; injunction
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §2 (NEW). PL 1985, c. 634, §11 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A32 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 7: DANCES › 8 §162. Violations

§162. Violations
An owner, lessee, tenant or licensee of a pavilion, hall or other building in which a dance is held in violation of any restriction imposed by section 161 commits a Class E crime.   [PL 2007, c. 82, §1 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1967, c. 265 (RPR). PL 2007, c. 82, §1 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 9: FIREWORKS (REPEALED) › 8 §211. Sale of fireworks (REPEALED)

§211. Sale of fireworks
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1967, c. 12 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 592, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 237 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 23, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 9: FIREWORKS (REPEALED) › 8 §212. Permits for displays; rules and regulations (REPEALED)

§212. Permits for displays; rules and regulations
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1971, c. 592, §32 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 725, §1 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 174, §1 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 23, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 9: FIREWORKS (REPEALED) › 8 §214. Displays and exhibitions (REPEALED)

§214. Displays and exhibitions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1971, c. 592, §32 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 23, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 9-A: FIREWORKS › 8 §222. Possession of fireworks

§222. Possession of fireworks
1.  Possession prohibited.
A person may not possess or have under that person's control fireworks.
[PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. C, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).]
2.  Value does not exceed $100.
If the value of the fireworks does not exceed $100, a person who violates subsection 1 commits a civil violation for which a fine of not more than $50 may be adjudged.
[PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. C, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).]
3.  Value exceeds $100.
If the value of the fireworks exceeds $100, a person who violates subsection 1 commits a Class E crime.
[PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. C, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).]
4.  Exception.
This section does not apply to a person issued a permit pursuant to section 227‑A.
[PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. C, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 23, §2 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 528, §1 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 671, §3 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 452, §C2 (RPR). PL 2003, c. 452, §X2 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 8: AMUSEMENTS AND SPORTS › Chapter 9-A: FIREWORKS › 8 §223. Sale of fireworks

§223. Sale of fireworks
1.  Sale of fireworks prohibited.
Except for the sale of consumer fireworks under section 223‑A, a person may not sell, possess with the intent to sell or offer for sale fireworks.
[PL 2011, c. 416, §4 (AMD); PL 2011, c. 416, §9 (AFF).]
2.  Value exceeds $5,000.
If the value of the fireworks exceeds $5,000, a person who violates subsection 1 commits a Class B crime.
[PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. C, §3 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).]
3.  Value exceeds $1,000.
If the value of the fireworks exceeds $1,000 but does not exceed $5,000, a person who violates subsection 1 commits a Class C crime.
[PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. C, §3 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).]
4.  Value does not exceed $1,000.
If the value of the fireworks does not exceed $1,000, a person who violates subsection 1 commits a Class D crime.
[PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. C, §3 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).]
5.  Value.
[PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. C, §3 (RP); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 23, §2 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 452, §C3 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 452, §X2 (AFF). PL 2011, c. 416, §4 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 416, §9 (AFF).