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2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 17: ELECTRICIANS › Subchapter 3: LICENSES › 32 §1202. Issuance of licenses (REPEALED)

§1202. Issuance of licenses
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1967, c. 69, §7 (AMD). PL 1969, c. 267, §3 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 363 (RPR). PL 1975, c. 374, §2 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 767, §37 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 295, §2 (AMD). PL 1979, c. 278 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 383, §5 (RPR). PL 1981, c. 470, §A152 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 577, §10 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 670 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 553, §28 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 695, §18 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 734 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §B7 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 402, §A168 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 735, §§54,55 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 769, §A120 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 125, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 443, §§83-85 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 483, §A50 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 878, §§A91,92 (AMD). RR 1991, c. 2, §117 (COR). PL 1991, c. 531, §11 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 714, §9 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 349, §67 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 325, §§12-15 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 386, §§F14,15 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 20, §OO2 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 20, §OO4 (AFF). PL 2007, c. 398, §§1, 2 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. I, §§12-15 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 695, Pt. A, §36 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 112, Pt. A, §5 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 286, Pt. F, §§13, 14 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 406, §2 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 420, Pt. M, §6 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 420, Pt. M, §7 (AFF). PL 2011, c. 491, §15 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 198, §16 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 17: ELECTRICIANS › Subchapter 3: LICENSES › 32 §1202-A. Issuance of licenses (REPEALED)

§1202-A. Issuance of licenses
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
RR 2017, c. 1, §28 (COR). PL 2017, c. 198, §17 (NEW). PL 2017, c. 475, Pt. A, §52 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 261, §1 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 503, Pt. B, §1 (AMD). PL 2023, c. 327, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 17: ELECTRICIANS › Subchapter 3: LICENSES › 32 §1203. Examinations

§1203. Examinations
Applicants for licensure must present to the board a written application for examination and license containing such information as the board may require.   [PL 1999, c. 386, Pt. F, §16 (RPR).]
1.
[PL 1999, c. 386, Pt. F, §16 (RP).]
2.
[PL 1999, c. 386, Pt. F, §16 (RP).]
3.
[PL 1999, c. 386, Pt. F, §16 (RP).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1965, c. 385, §8 (RPR). PL 1967, c. 69, §8 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 363 (RPR). PL 1973, c. 725, §4 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 767, §38 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 577, §11 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 204, §3 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 553, §29 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §B8 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 735, §56 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 659, §A3 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 325, §16 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 210, §5 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 386, §F16 (RPR).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 17: ELECTRICIANS › Subchapter 3: LICENSES › 32 §1203-A. Fees

§1203-A. Fees
The Director of the Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation within the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation may establish by rule fees for application, examination, licensure, renewal and other purposes authorized under this chapter in amounts that are reasonable and necessary for their respective purposes, except that the fee for any one purpose other than permit and inspection fees may not exceed $150 biennially. Rules adopted pursuant to the section are routine technical rules pursuant to Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II‑A.   [PL 2001, c. 323, §18 (AMD); PL 2011, c. 286, Pt. B, §5 (REV).]
1.  Application fee.
[PL 2001, c. 323, §18 (RP).]
2.  Examination fee.
[PL 2001, c. 323, §18 (RP).]
3.  Licensure fee.
[PL 2001, c. 323, §18 (RP).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 386, §F17 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 323, §18 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 286, Pt. B, §5 (REV).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 17: ELECTRICIANS › Subchapter 3: LICENSES › 32 §1204. Renewals

§1204. Renewals
All licenses may be renewed without further examination, upon the payment of the renewal fee as set under section 1203‑A and documentation of continuing education as established by rule as the board determines necessary. The expiration dates for licenses issued under this chapter may be established at such other times as the Commissioner of Professional and Financial Regulation may designate.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. I, §16 (AMD).]
A license may be renewed up to 90 days after the date of its expiration upon payment of a late fee in addition to the renewal fee as set under section 1203‑A. Any person who submits an application for renewal more than 90 days after the license expiration date shall pay an additional late fee as set under section 1203‑A and is subject to all requirements governing new applicants under this chapter, except that the board may in its discretion, giving due consideration to the protection of the public, waive examination or other requirements. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, the board shall waive examination if a renewal application is received within 90 days after separation from the United States Armed Forces, under conditions other than dishonorable, by a person who has failed to renew that person's license because that person was on active duty in the Armed Forces; except that the waiver of examination may not be granted if the person served more than 4 years in the Armed Forces, except if the person is required by some mandatory provision to serve a longer period and the person submits satisfactory evidence of this mandatory provision to the board.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. I, §16 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1965, c. 385, §9 (RPR). PL 1967, c. 69, §9 (AMD). PL 1969, c. 231, §2 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 363 (RPR). PL 1975, c. 767, §39 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §39 (RPR). PL 1985, c. 551 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §B9 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 735, §57 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 531, §12 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 325, §17 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. I, §16 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 17: ELECTRICIANS › Subchapter 3: LICENSES › 32 §1206. Reciprocity

§1206. Reciprocity
The board shall issue a license to any person who files an application, who is licensed under the laws of another state or territory of the United States and who has been licensed and actively engaged in an electrician's work for a minimum of 8,000 hours, as long as that state or territory has licensing standards and experience requirements at least equivalent to this State's and as long as that state or territory grants similar privileges to persons licensed under this chapter. Reciprocal licenses may not be denied on the basis of current residency.   [PL 2017, c. 198, §18 (AMD).]
Notwithstanding other provisions of this section, the board, upon receiving an application for a reciprocal license, may waive the 576 hours of study required for a journeyman or master license pursuant to section 1202‑B. The board may require the applicant to submit such written evidence as it determines necessary to support the application.   [PL 2023, c. 327, §3 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1993, c. 636, §2 (NEW). PL 2017, c. 198, §18 (AMD). PL 2023, c. 327, §3 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 17: ELECTRICIANS › Subchapter 3: LICENSES › 32 §1207. Electrical installations performed as part of an electrical education or state apprenticeship program

§1207. Electrical installations performed as part of an electrical education or state apprenticeship program
1.  Installation as part of education or apprenticeship program.
A person licensed under this chapter as a master electrician who teaches an electrical course at a career and technical education center or at a community college in this State, through an apprenticeship program registered by the Department of Labor or provided by a state career and technical education region may have a maximum of 12 helper or apprentice electricians under that person's direct supervision while making electrical installations that are a part of the instructional program of the school or apprenticeship program. An electrical installation may not be commenced pursuant to this section without the prior approval of the director or president of the school or program at which the master electrician is an instructor. Electrical installations authorized under this section are limited to those in buildings or facilities owned or controlled by:
A. School administrative units; and   [PL 2017, c. 198, §19 (NEW).]
B. Nonprofit organizations.   [PL 2017, c. 198, §19 (NEW).]
[PL 2017, c. 198, §19 (NEW).]
2.  Notification; inspection.
The board and the municipal electrical inspector of the municipality in which the electrical installation is to be made, if the municipality has an inspector, must be notified of all electrical installation projects pursuant to this section prior to the commencement of the projects. There must be an inspection by a state electrical inspector or by the municipal electrical inspector of the municipality in which the electrical installation has been made, if the municipality has an inspector, before any wiring on the project is concealed.
[PL 2017, c. 198, §19 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2017, c. 198, §19 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §1221. Definitions

§1221. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms shall have the following meanings.   [PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW).]
1.  Department.
"Department" shall mean the Department of Health and Human Services.
[PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).]
1-A.  Electrologist.
"Electrologist" means a person who practices electrology.
[PL 1991, c. 416, §1 (NEW).]
2.  Electrology.
"Electrology" shall mean the practice of removing hair permanently by applying electricity to the hair follicle to cause growth inactivity to the hair root.
[PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW).]
2-A.  Electrolysis.
"Electrolysis" means the process by which electrology is done.
[PL 1991, c. 416, §1 (NEW).]
3.  Person.
"Person" shall mean any individual, firm, partnership, corporation or other association or organization.
[PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 416, §1 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §1222. Licensure; penalty

§1222. Licensure; penalty
1.  License required.
A person may not practice electrology in this State unless that person is licensed by the department under this chapter. A license issued under this chapter is valid for one year from the date of issuance.
[PL 2013, c. 264, §8 (AMD).]
1-A.  License renewal.
A license under this chapter may be renewed annually upon payment of the prescribed fee, including late fees, additional inspection fees and fines if assessed and subject to compliance with rules of the department and this chapter. The department shall provide licensees with notice of the need for renewal and necessary forms no less than 30 days prior to the expiration of a license.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §17 (NEW).]
1-B.  Conditional license.
When an applicant for an initial license or a renewal license is found, based upon an inspection by the department, not in compliance with this chapter or rules adopted pursuant to section 1242, the department may refuse issuance of the initial or renewal license, but shall issue a conditional license, except when conditions are found that present a serious danger to the health and safety of the public. Failure by the conditional licensee to meet the conditions specified by the department permits the department to void the conditional license. The applicant may reapply for an annual license if the conditional license is voided or expires; however, the department may not reissue another conditional license. All conditions must be met in order for an applicant to reapply for and be issued an annual license.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §18 (NEW).]
2.  Criminal penalty.
[PL 2013, c. 264, §8 (RP).]
3.  Administrative penalty.
A person who practices electrology without a license or who violates the sterilization, sanitation or safety standards adopted by the department under this chapter is subject to an administrative penalty, imposed by the department, of not less than $500 nor more than $1,000 for each violation. Each day the violation remains uncorrected may be counted as a separate offense.
[PL 2023, c. 113, §3 (AMD).]
4.  Enforcement.
A person who fails to pay a penalty imposed pursuant to this chapter:
A. May be referred to the Attorney General for appropriate enforcement action; and   [PL 2013, c. 264, §8 (NEW).]
B. In addition to all fines and penalties imposed pursuant to this chapter, is liable for any interest, costs and fees incurred by the department, including attorney's fees.   [PL 2013, c. 264, §8 (NEW).]
[PL 2013, c. 264, §8 (NEW).]
5.  Schedule of penalties.
The department shall adopt major substantive rules in accordance with Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2‑A establishing a schedule of penalties according to the nature and duration of the violation of this section.
[PL 2023, c. 113, §4 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW). PL 2013, c. 264, §8 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 125, §§17, 18 (AMD). PL 2023, c. 113, §§3, 4 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §1223. Exception

§1223. Exception
This chapter shall not apply to any person who is licensed to practice any healing art or science, as defined in section 3751, and who is practicing electrology in the course of that practice.   [PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §1224. Maine Administrative Procedure Act

§1224. Maine Administrative Procedure Act
The provisions of this chapter and anyone acting under them are subject to the Maine Administrative Procedure Act.   [PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 2: LICENSURE › 32 §1231. Procedure (REPEALED)

§1231. Procedure
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 416, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 2: LICENSURE › 32 §1231-A. Licensure requirements

§1231-A. Licensure requirements
1.  Licensure requirements.
Except as provided in section 1233‑A, the department shall issue a license to any person under this chapter who:
A. Is at least 17 years of age;   [PL 1991, c. 416, §3 (NEW).]
B. Has a high school diploma or its equivalent; and   [PL 1991, c. 416, §3 (NEW).]
C. Passes an inspection under section 1243 within 60 days before the license is issued.   [PL 2013, c. 264, §9 (AMD).]
[PL 2021, c. 125, §19 (AMD).]
2.  Exemption.
A person who has a valid electrology license from the department as of January 1, 1991 is exempt from the requirements of subsection 1.
[PL 1991, c. 416, §3 (NEW).]
3.  Reciprocity.
Except as provided in section 1233‑A and notwithstanding the requirements of subsection 1, the department shall issue a license to any applicant under this chapter who provides the department with evidence that the applicant has 3 years of experience as an electrologist in another state. That proof must consist of notarized copies of the license or registration issued by the state where the applicant last practiced electrology.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §19 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 416, §3 (NEW). PL 2013, c. 264, §9 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 125, §19 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 2: LICENSURE › 32 §1232. Valid for one year (REPEALED)

§1232. Valid for one year
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW). PL 2013, c. 264, §10 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 2: LICENSURE › 32 §1233. Grounds for refusal, suspension or revocation (REPEALED)

§1233. Grounds for refusal, suspension or revocation
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 547, §B78 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2013, c. 264, §§11, 12 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 125, §20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 2: LICENSURE › 32 §1233-A. Grounds for refusal, suspension or revocation

§1233-A. Grounds for refusal, suspension or revocation
The department may revoke, suspend or refuse to issue or renew a license under this chapter or place a licensee on probation if:   [PL 2021, c. 125, §21 (NEW).]
1.  Conviction of crime.
The applicant or licensee has been convicted of a crime related to the practice of electrology;
[PL 2021, c. 125, §21 (NEW).]
2.  Deception or misrepresentation.
The applicant or licensee has engaged in any deception or misrepresentation to the department or the public in applying for a license or license renewal under this chapter or in the advertising or practice of electrology;
[PL 2021, c. 125, §21 (NEW).]
3.  Negligence; incompetence; endangering the public.
The applicant or licensee has demonstrated negligence or incompetence or has endangered the public in the practice of electrology; or
[PL 2021, c. 125, §21 (NEW).]
4.  Violation of rule.
The applicant or licensee has violated a rule adopted by the department under this chapter.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §21 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2021, c. 125, §21 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 3: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES › 32 §1241. Powers and duties

§1241. Powers and duties
The department may investigate, inspect, examine and review persons and premises as necessary to properly administer this chapter and may make any appropriate complaint to the District Court.   [PL 2013, c. 264, §13 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 547, §B78 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2013, c. 264, §13 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 3: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES › 32 §1242. Rules

§1242. Rules
The department shall adopt:   [PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW).]
1.  Administration.
Rules for the proper administration of this chapter; and
[PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW).]
2.  Practices of electrology.
Rules governing the practice of electrology relating to training, health, safety, sanitation, equipment, electrolysis procedures and record keeping.
[PL 1991, c. 416, §4 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 416, §4 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 18: ELECTROLOGISTS › Subchapter 3: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES › 32 §1243. Right of entry, inspection and determination of compliance

§1243. Right of entry, inspection and determination of compliance
The department and any duly designated officer or employee of the department have the right, without an administrative inspection warrant, to enter upon and into the premises of any establishment licensed, or a place where a licensed electrologist practices, pursuant to this chapter at any reasonable time in order to determine the state of compliance with this chapter and any rules adopted by the department under this chapter. The right of entry and inspection extends to any premises that the department has reason to believe is being operated or maintained without a license or a place where a licensed electrologist practices, but no such entry and inspection of any premises or place may be made without the permission of the owner or person in charge unless a search warrant is obtained authorizing entry and inspection. Determination of compliance with this chapter and any rules adopted under this chapter must be made at least once every 2 years by inspection or other method as determined by the department.   [PL 2021, c. 125, §22 (NEW).]
Upon any person's request and payment of a fee not to exceed $150, the department shall inspect that person's training, place of practice and equipment for compliance with this chapter and the rules adopted by the department under this chapter. All fees collected by the department must be deposited in a special revenue account dedicated to a health inspection program.   [PL 2021, c. 125, §22 (AMD).]
1.  Additional inspection fees.
When an additional inspection is required to determine an applicant's eligibility for licensure under this chapter, the department is authorized to charge, in addition to the usual fees imposed pursuant to this chapter for one license, which includes one licensure inspection and one follow-up inspection, an additional fee not to exceed $200 to cover the costs of each additional inspection or visit. The department may impose on the applicant a penalty for the applicant's failure to pay an additional inspection fee within 30 days of the billing date.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §22 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 87, §1 (NEW). PL 1979, c. 542, §D2 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 703, §A43 (RPR). PL 1991, c. 416, §5 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 589, §10 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 125, §22 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §1251. Definitions

§1251. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 2013, c. 296, §1 (AMD).]
1.  Board.
"Board" means the State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.
[PL 2005, c. 315, §2 (AMD).]
1-A.  Accreditation board.
"Accreditation board" means the accreditation board for engineering and technology.
[PL 2013, c. 296, §1 (NEW).]
1-B.  Engineering accreditation commission.
"Engineering accreditation commission" means the engineering accreditation commission of the accreditation board.
[PL 2013, c. 296, §1 (NEW).]
1-C.  Engineering technology accreditation commission.
"Engineering technology accreditation commission" means the engineering technology accreditation commission of the accreditation board.
[PL 2019, c. 375, §1 (NEW).]
2.  Engineer-intern.
"Engineer-intern" means a person who has been certified as an engineer-intern by the board.
[PL 2013, c. 296, §1 (AMD).]
2-A.  National council.
"National council" means the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying.
[PL 2013, c. 296, §1 (NEW).]
3.  Practice of professional engineering.
"Practice of professional engineering" means any professional service, such as consultation, investigation, evaluation, planning, design or responsible supervision of construction in connection with any public or private utilities, structures, buildings, machines, equipment, processes, works or projects, wherein the public welfare or the safeguarding of life, health or property is concerned or involved, when such professional service requires the application of engineering principles and data.
[PL 2013, c. 296, §1 (AMD).]
4.  Professional engineer.
"Professional engineer" means a person who, by reason of a knowledge of mathematics, the physical sciences and the principles of engineering, acquired by professional education and practical experience, is qualified to engage in engineering practice as defined.
[PL 2013, c. 296, §1 (AMD).]
5.  Technology accreditation commission.
[PL 2019, c. 375, §2 (RP).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1995, c. 355, §1 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 315, §2 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 296, §1 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 375, §§1-2 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §1253. Corporations, partnerships and associations

§1253. Corporations, partnerships and associations
A firm, copartnership, corporation or joint stock association may engage in the practice of professional engineering in this State, provided that the practice is carried on only by professional engineers licensed in this State.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §3 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §40 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 315, §3 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §1254. Public works

§1254. Public works
1.  Requirement for licensed professional engineer; exception.
When any department of this State or any of this State's political subdivisions or any county, city, town, township or plantation engages in construction of a public works project that involves professional engineering, the services of a licensed professional engineer must be used in the public works project unless:
A. An authorized representative of the department of this State or any of this State's political subdivisions or any county, city, town, township or plantation engaged in the construction of a public works project issues a written determination that the life, health and property of the public will be adequately protected without the services of a licensed professional engineer; and   [PL 2023, c. 174, §1 (NEW).]
B. The contemplated expenditure for the completed project does not exceed $250,000.   [PL 2023, c. 174, §1 (NEW).]
For purposes of this subsection, the Director of the Bureau of General Services within the Department of Administrative and Financial Services is the authorized representative of a department of this State engaged in public works projects that constitute public improvements under Title 5, chapter 153.
[PL 2023, c. 174, §1 (RPR).]
2.  Continuing authority to require licensed professional engineer.
Subsection 1 may not be construed to limit the authority of a department of this State or any of this State's political subdivisions or any county, city, town, township or plantation to require the services of a licensed professional engineer for any public works project.
[PL 2023, c. 174, §1 (RPR).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 304, §1 (RPR). PL 2005, c. 315, §4 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 375, §3 (AMD). PL 2023, c. 174, §1 (RPR).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §1256. Violations; penalties; injunction

§1256. Violations; penalties; injunction
A person who practices or offers to practice the profession of engineering in this State without being licensed or exempted in accordance with this chapter, or a person presenting or attempting to use the license or the seal of another, or a person who gives a false or forged evidence of any kind to the board or to a member of the board in obtaining a license, or a person who falsely impersonates any other licensee of like or different name, or a person who attempts to use an expired or revoked license, or a person who violates any of the provisions of this chapter for which a penalty has not been prescribed commits a civil violation for which a fine of not more than $10,000 may be adjudged.   [PL 2019, c. 375, §8 (AMD).]
The State may bring an action in Superior Court to enjoin a person from violating this chapter, regardless of whether other administrative, civil or criminal proceedings have been or may be instituted.   [PL 2001, c. 421, Pt. B, §95 (AMD); PL 2001, c. 421, Pt. C, §1 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §41 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 355, §4 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B78 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2001, c. 421, §B95 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 421, §C1 (AFF). PL 2005, c. 315, §10 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 375, §8 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF LICENSURE › 32 §1301. Appointment; term

§1301. Appointment; term
The State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers, as established by Title 5, section 12004‑A, subsection 16, administers this chapter. The board consists of 7 members. Six members are appointed by the Governor, of which 5 must be professional engineers who have the qualifications required by section 1302 and one must be a public member. The 7th member is the Chief Engineer of the Department of Transportation who shall serve as an ex officio voting member. To the extent that qualified nominees are available, appointment of nonpublic members must be made to ensure that a variety of engineering disciplines are represented. Nominees for appointment may be recommended to the Governor by representative engineering societies in the State.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §12 (AMD).]
Appointments are for 5-year terms. Appointments of members must comply with Title 10, section 8009.   [PL 2007, c. 695, Pt. B, §8 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 575, §16 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 771, §341 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §42 (RPR). PL 1983, c. 812, §204 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 503, §B126 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 442, §3 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §A103 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 355, §5 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 315, §12 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 695, Pt. B, §8 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF LICENSURE › 32 §1302. Qualifications

§1302. Qualifications
Each member of the board must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of this State, and each engineer member must have been engaged in the practice of the profession of engineering for at least 12 years and must have been in responsible charge of engineering work for at least 5 years. Teaching of engineering courses in a college or university offering an approved engineering curriculum of 4 years or more may be construed as responsible charge of engineering work.   [PL 1999, c. 186, §3 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 575, §17 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 355, §6 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 186, §3 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF LICENSURE › 32 §1303. Compensation and expenses

§1303. Compensation and expenses
Members of the board shall be compensated according to the provisions of Title 5, chapter 379. Clerical expenses shall not be allowed any member of the board, except as provided in section 1307.   [PL 1983, c. 812, §205 (RPR).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 812, §205 (RPR).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF LICENSURE › 32 §1304. Removal

§1304. Removal
The Governor may remove a member of the board for cause.   [PL 1993, c. 600, Pt. A, §104 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 771, §342 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §43 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §A104 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF LICENSURE › 32 §1305. Organization and meetings

§1305. Organization and meetings
The board shall meet at least once a year to conduct its business and to elect its officers. Additional meetings must be held as necessary to conduct the business of the board, and may be convened at the call of the chair or a majority of the board members.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §13 (AMD).]
The board shall elect or appoint annually a chair and vice-chair. A quorum of the board consists of not less than 4 members. The board may adopt and have an official seal.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §13 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 575, §18 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §44 (RPR). PL 2005, c. 315, §13 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF LICENSURE › 32 §1306. Powers

§1306. Powers
The board shall have the following duties and powers in addition to those otherwise set forth in this chapter.   [PL 1983, c. 413, §45 (RPR).]
1.  Licenses; enforcement.
The board shall evaluate the qualifications and supervise the examination of applicants for licensure under this chapter. The board may order an investigation of a licensee on its own motion or on written complaint filed with the board regarding noncompliance with or violation of any section of this chapter or of any rules adopted by the board.
[PL 2005, c. 315, §14 (AMD).]
2.  Rules.
The board may, in accordance with procedures established by the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II, adopt such rules as may be reasonably necessary for the proper performance of its duties and the administration of this chapter.
[PL 1983, c. 413, §45 (NEW).]
3.  Hearings.
Hearings may be conducted by the board to assist with investigations, to determine whether grounds exist for suspension, revocation or denial of a license, or as otherwise considered necessary to the fulfillment of its responsibilities under this chapter.
The board may not refuse to renew a license for any reason other than failure to pay a required fee or failure to meet the professional development requirements, unless it has afforded the licensee an opportunity for an adjudicatory hearing. The board shall hold an adjudicatory hearing at the written request of any person who is denied a license without a hearing for any reason other than failure to pay a required fee, as long as the request for hearing is received by the board within 30 days of the applicant's receipt of written notice of the denial of the application, the reasons for the denial and the right to request a hearing. Hearings must be conducted in conformity with Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 4 to the extent applicable. The board may subpoena witnesses, records and documents in any hearing it conducts.
[PL 2019, c. 375, §9 (AMD).]
4.  Contracts.
The board may enter into contracts to carry out its responsibilities under this chapter.
[PL 1983, c. 413, §45 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 694, §563 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §45 (RPR). PL 1995, c. 355, §7 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 315, §§14,15 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 375, §9 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF LICENSURE › 32 §1307. Receipts and disbursements

§1307. Receipts and disbursements
The board shall receive and account for all money derived under this chapter and shall pay the money, as provided by law, to the Treasurer of State, who shall keep the money in a separate fund to be known as the "Professional Engineers' Fund." The board may make other expenditures from this fund, upon itemized vouchers approved by the chair of the board, that in the opinion of the board are reasonably necessary for the proper performance of its duties under this chapter.   [PL 1999, c. 186, §4 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1995, c. 355, §8 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 186, §4 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF LICENSURE › 32 §1308. Records and reports

§1308. Records and reports
The board shall keep such records and minutes as are necessary to the ordinary dispatch of its functions.   [PL 1983, c. 413, §46 (RPR).]
Not later than August 1st of each year, the board shall submit to the Commissioner of Professional and Financial Regulation a report of its transactions of the preceding fiscal year ending June 30th and shall transmit to the commissioner a complete statement of the receipts and expenditures of the board, attested by affidavits of its chair.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §16 (AMD).]
The commissioner shall act as a liaison between the board and the Governor.   [PL 1983, c. 413, §46 (RPR).]
The commissioner may not exercise or interfere with the exercise of discretionary, regulatory or licensing authority granted by statute to the board. The commissioner may require the board to be accessible to the public for complaints and questions during regular business hours and to provide any information the commissioner requires in order to ensure that the board is operating administratively within the requirements of this chapter.   [PL 1993, c. 659, Pt. B, §6 (AMD).]
The board shall submit to the Commissioner of Professional and Financial Regulation its budgetary requirements in the same manner as is provided in Title 5, section 1665. The budget submitted by the board to the commissioner must be sufficient to enable the board to comply with this subchapter.   [PL 1993, c. 659, Pt. B, §7 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 604, §15 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 456, §§A107,A108 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §46 (RPR). PL 1983, c. 553, §46 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 758, §§5,6 (AMD). RR 1993, c. 1, §§82,83 (COR). PL 1993, c. 659, §§B6,7 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 315, §16 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF LICENSURE › 32 §1309. Roster of licensed professional engineers

§1309. Roster of licensed professional engineers
The board shall maintain a roster of all active licensed professional engineers and certified engineer-interns on its publicly accessible website. Copies of the roster must be made available upon request for such fees as the board may authorize in its rules.   [PL 2019, c. 375, §10 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 13, §9 (RP). PL 1979, c. 541, §A206 (REEN). PL 1981, c. 2 (RPR). PL 1981, c. 456, §A109 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 698, §158 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 442, §4 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 355, §9 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 186, §5 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 315, §17 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 375, §10 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §1351. Licensure required

§1351. Licensure required
In order to safeguard life, health and property, any person practicing or offering to practice the profession of engineering is required to submit evidence of qualification to practice the profession of engineering and must be licensed as provided. It is unlawful for any person to practice or to offer to practice the profession of engineering in the State or to use in connection with the person's name or otherwise assume, use or advertise any title or description tending to convey the impression that the person is a professional engineer, unless that person has been duly licensed or exempted under this chapter.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §19 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1995, c. 355, §10 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 315, §19 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §1352. Qualifications (REPEALED)

§1352. Qualifications
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §47 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 442, §5 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 355, §11 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 186, §6 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §1353. Application; fees

§1353. Application; fees
Application for licensure as a professional engineer or certification as an engineer-intern must be made on a form prescribed by the board, contain statements made under oath showing the applicant's education and a detailed summary of the applicant's technical experience and contain references as set forth in section 1352‑A, none of which may be from members of the board. An applicant who fails to complete the application process within 5 years must reapply to the board, meet qualification requirements that are in effect at the time of the new application and submit updated documentation of engineering work experience. An applicant reapplying for licensure as a professional engineer must submit 5 references, 3 of which must be from licensed professional engineers as set forth in section 1352‑A and be current at the time of the new application. An applicant reapplying for certification as an engineer-intern must submit 3 references that are current at the time of the new application. An application fee may be established by rule by the board in an amount that is reasonable and necessary for its purpose.   [PL 2021, c. 505, §2 (AMD).]
The licensure fee for professional engineers must be established by rule by the board in an amount not to exceed $200.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §21 (AMD).]
The fee for engineer-intern certification or enrollment must be established by rule by the board in an amount not to exceed 1/2 of the licensure fee for professional engineers.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §21 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §48 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 442, §6 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 355, §12 (AMD). RR 1999, c. 1, §44 (COR). PL 2005, c. 315, §21 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 296, §4 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 505, §2 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §1354. Examinations

§1354. Examinations
The passing grade on any examination is established by the national council.   [PL 2021, c. 505, §3 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 468, §2 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 355, §13 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 186, §8 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 296, §5 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 375, §16 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 505, §3 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §1355. Licenses; seals

§1355. Licenses; seals
The board shall issue a license upon payment of the licensure fee as provided for in this chapter, to any applicant who, in the opinion of the board, has satisfactorily met all the requirements of this chapter. The license authorizes the practice of "professional engineering." Licenses must show the full name of the licensee, have a serial number and be signed by the chair of the board under seal of the board.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §22 (AMD).]
The issuance of a license by the board is evidence that the person named therein is entitled to all the rights and privileges of a licensed professional engineer while the license remains unrevoked or unexpired.   [RR 2005, c. 1, §15 (COR).]
Each licensee upon licensure may obtain a seal of the design authorized by the board, bearing the licensee's name and the legend "licensed professional engineer." Plans, specifications, plats and reports issued by a licensee must be stamped with the seal, as prescribed in the rules of the board, during the life of the licensee's license, but it is unlawful for anyone to stamp or seal any document with the seal after the license of the licensee named thereon has expired or has been revoked, unless the license has been renewed or reissued.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §22 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2005, c. 315, §22 (AMD). RR 2005, c. 1, §15 (COR).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §1356. Revocation and reissuance

§1356. Revocation and reissuance
The board may suspend or revoke the license of an engineer or the certificate of an engineer-intern pursuant to Title 5, section 10004. The board may refuse to issue or renew or the District Court, pursuant to Title 4, chapter 5, may revoke, suspend or refuse to renew the license of a licensed professional engineer or the certificate of an engineer-intern who is found guilty of:   [PL 2005, c. 315, §23 (AMD).]
1.  Fraud or deceit.
The practice of any fraud or deceit in obtaining a license as professional engineer or a certificate as an engineer-intern;
[PL 2005, c. 315, §23 (AMD).]
2.  Negligence or misconduct.
Any gross negligence, incompetency or misconduct in the practice of professional engineering as a licensed professional engineer or as an engineer-intern; or
[PL 2005, c. 315, §23 (AMD).]
3.  Violations.
Violating any provision of this chapter or any rule of the board.
[PL 1983, c. 413, §49 (AMD).]
Any person may register a complaint of fraud, deceit, gross negligence, incompetency or misconduct against any licensed professional engineer or any engineer-intern. These complaints must be in writing, signed by the individual making the complaint and filed with the board.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §23 (AMD).]
The board, for reasons it may determine sufficient, may reissue a license to a professional engineer or a certificate to an engineer-intern to any person whose license or certificate has been revoked, as long as 4 or more members of the board vote in favor of that reissuance. A new license as a professional engineer or certificate as an engineer-intern, to replace any license or certificate revoked, lost, destroyed or mutilated, may be issued, subject to the rules of the board and a fee established by the board.   [PL 2019, c. 375, §17 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 575, §19 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §§564,565 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §49 (RPR). PL 1995, c. 355, §14 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 186, §9 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B61 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2005, c. 315, §23 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 375, §17 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §1357. Expiration and renewals

§1357. Expiration and renewals
Licenses expire on the last day of December of each odd-numbered year and a licensee may not practice professional engineering with an expired license. The board shall notify every person licensed under this chapter of the date of the expiration of that person's license and the amount of the fee that is required for its renewal. The notice must be provided at least one month in advance of the date of the expiration of the license. A license may be renewed after completion of professional development requirements and after payment of a fee established by rule by the board, which may not exceed $200 annually. Licenses may be renewed up to 90 days after the date of expiration upon payment of a late fee established by rule by the board in addition to the renewal fee. Any person who submits an application for renewal more than 90 days after the license renewal date is subject to all requirements governing new applicants under this chapter, except that if the renewal application is made within 3 years from the date of the expiration the board may, giving due consideration to the protection of the public, waive any additional qualifications if the licensee has held a license for at least 10 years, has completed all professional development requirements and has never been subject to discipline in this or any other jurisdiction.   [PL 2015, c. 228, §1 (AMD); PL 2015, c. 228, §2 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 535 (RPR). PL 1983, c. 413, §50 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 442, §7 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 186, §10 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 315, §24 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 296, §6 (AMD). PL 2015, c. 228, §1 (AMD). PL 2015, c. 228, §2 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §1358. Exemptions from expiration and renewal fees

§1358. Exemptions from expiration and renewal fees
A person holding a valid license under this chapter on the date of entering employment in the Armed Forces of the Government of the United States during a period of war or employment in any wartime service outside of the continental United States, governmental or otherwise, under the United States or any of its allied nations is exempt, for the duration of that employment, from the payment of all renewal fees, and the licensee's license remains in full force until the next regular renewal date following the termination of that employment.   [PL 2005, c. 315, §25 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1995, c. 355, §15 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 315, §25 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §1359. Reciprocity (REPEALED)

§1359. Reciprocity
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §51 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 186, §11 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 19: ENGINEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §1360. Residents certified elsewhere

§1360. Residents certified elsewhere
A person who is a resident of the State and has been certified in another state as an engineer-intern may be certified as an engineer-intern in this State upon payment of a fee established by the board and upon submission of evidence satisfactory to the board that certification as an engineer-intern in another state was under qualifications equivalent to those specified in this chapter for that certification.   [PL 1995, c. 355, §16 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 413, §52 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 355, §16 (AMD).