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Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 172 - RULES GOVERNING THE ISSUANCE OF VANITY REGISTRATION PLATES › Section 250-172-2 - Definitions

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Unless otherwise defined, terms have the same meaning as in
					 29-A M.R.S.A. For the purpose of this rule the following definitions
					 apply:
A. "Profane" means grossly
				  offensive language that is considered a public nuisance.
B. "Obscene" means language that (i) conveys
				  a message that appeals to the prurient interest, (ii) depicts sexual conduct in
				  a patently offensive way, and (iii), taken as a whole, lacks serious literary,
				  artistic, political or scientific value.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 172 - RULES GOVERNING THE ISSUANCE OF VANITY REGISTRATION PLATES › Section 250-172-3 - Prohibited vanity registration plates

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The Secretary of State, Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Division
					 of Vehicle Services ("Bureau") will process applications for new vanity
					 registration plates and review existing vanity registration plates for
					 compliance with this rule. The Bureau may initiate review of an existing vanity
					 registration plate on its own or in response to a complaint from a member of
					 the public. The Secretary of State shall refuse to issue or shall recall all
					 vanity registration plates that meet the following standards using the criteria
					 in section 6 of this rule:
A. If the
				  language or configuration requested falsely suggests an association with a
				  public institution - or a government or a government agency;
B. If the language or configuration requested
				  duplicates another plate;
C. If the
				  language or configuration requested encourages violence or may result in an act
				  of violence or other unlawful activity because of the content of the language
				  or configuration of letters and numbers;
D. If the language or configuration requested
				  is profane or obscene;
E. If the
				  language or configuration requested makes a derogatory reference to age, race,
				  ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry or national
				  origin, religion or physical or mental disability;
F. If the language or configuration requested
				  connotes genitalia or relates to sexual acts; or
G. If the language or configuration requested
				  includes forms of slang terms, abbreviations, phonetic spellings, or mirror
				  images of a word or term otherwise prohibited by this section, even if
				  expressed in a language other than English.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 172 - RULES GOVERNING THE ISSUANCE OF VANITY REGISTRATION PLATES › Section 250-172-4 - Centralized processing

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
To ensure the consistent approval and denial of
					 applications for vanity registration plates and recall of vanity registration
					 plates, the Bureau will carry out a centralized vanity registration plate
					 approval process.
A. All applications
				  for vanity registration plates will be reviewed by professional staff at the
				  Bureau.
B. The Vanity Plate Review
				  Committee will be comprised of two staff members from the Bureau and the
				  Director of Vehicle Services, or the Director's designee.
C. Any applications Bureau staff identify as
				  potentially in conflict with section 3 of this rule will be referred to the
				  Vanity Plate Review Committee.
D.
				  Any complaints from members of the public about a registration plate will be
				  referred to the Vanity Plate Review Committee for review.
E. The Vanity Plate Review Committee will
				  base its decision on the criteria set forth in sections 3 and 6 of this
				  rule.
F. If the Vanity Plate Review
				  Committee cannot reach a unanimous decision, it will refer the plate to the
				  Deputy Secretary of State for the Bureau ("Deputy"), or the Deputy's
				  designee.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 172 - RULES GOVERNING THE ISSUANCE OF VANITY REGISTRATION PLATES › Section 250-172-5 - Preliminary screening

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Before the Vanity Plate Review Committee decides whether to
					 approve or deny an application for a vanity registration plate, professional
					 staff at the Bureau will screen the application and will deny it if the
					 language or configuration requested duplicates another plate or does not
					 contain the number of characters permitted for that class of
					 plate.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 172 - RULES GOVERNING THE ISSUANCE OF VANITY REGISTRATION PLATES › Section 250-172-6 - Initial review

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
To determine whether a vanity registration plate is
					 prohibited by section 3 of this rule, the Vanity Plate Review Committee will
					 use the following criteria:
A. The
				  vanity registration plate will be evaluated from the perspective of an ordinary
				  observer of the plate. The applicant's or registrant's stated intent or
				  intended meaning will not control the determination.
B. The Vanity Plate Review Committee may
				  consider commonly used reference guides including but not limited to: American
				  Association of Motor Vehicles Administration License Plate Standard,
				  Merriam-Webster's Dictionary, foreign language dictionaries, and the Consumer
				  Guide published by the Federal Communications Commission. Updated editions of
				  these sources may be used as they are published.
C. In evaluating a vanity registration plate,
				  the Vanity Plate Review Committee and/or the Deputy will consider foreign
				  language meanings.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 172 - RULES GOVERNING THE ISSUANCE OF VANITY REGISTRATION PLATES › Section 250-172-7 - Complaints by the public

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A member of the public who contends that a vanity
					 registration plate is prohibited by section 3 of this rule must submit a
					 written complaint to the Bureau by email or in writing. The Vanity Plate Review
					 Committee will review all complaints from the public to determine whether to
					 recall the plate under the authority granted by
					 29-A M.R.S.A.
					 section453, subsection 3-A and this
					 rule.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 172 - RULES GOVERNING THE ISSUANCE OF VANITY REGISTRATION PLATES › Section 250-172-8 - Denial

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The Secretary of State will deny an application for a
					 vanity registration plate that is prohibited by section 3 of this rule. In
					 accordance with section 10 of this rule, the Secretary of State will provide
					 notice, in writing, to the applicant of the denial and the reasons for the
					 denial. If when applying for a vanity registration plate, the applicant
					 provided alternative language or configuration that is not prohibited by
					 section 3 of these rules, the Bureau will issue a conforming vanity
					 registration plate. Otherwise, the Bureau will issue the vehicle registrant a
					 new registration and standard number plate and not charge the applicant the fee
					 for a vanity registration plate.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 172 - RULES GOVERNING THE ISSUANCE OF VANITY REGISTRATION PLATES › Section 250-172-9 - Recall of non-compliant vanity registration plates

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The Secretary of State will recall all vanity registration
					 plates previously issued, that are prohibited by section 3 of this rule. In
					 accordance with section 10 of this rule, the Secretary of State will provide
					 notice, in writing, to the registrant of the recall and the reasons for the
					 recall.
A. If the registrant does not
				  request a hearing or apply for a compliant vanity registration plate within 14
				  days from the date of the letter sent by the Secretary of State recalling the
				  vanity registration plate, the Bureau will issue the registrant a new
				  registration and standard number registration plate and no additional fees will
				  be charged. The Secretary of State will refund the vanity registration plate
				  fee that was paid for any unused full months on a prorated basis.
B. The effective date of the new registration
				  shall be 21 days from the date the Secretary of State issues the new
				  registration and registration plates. The Secretary of State will deactivate
				  non-compliant vanity registration plates on the effective date of the new
				  vanity registration plates.
C. If
				  the registrant requests a hearing of the Secretary of State's decision to
				  recall the registrant's vanity registration plate, the Secretary of State will
				  deactivate non-compliant vanity registration plates 30 days after the Secretary
				  of State's final agency action, unless the registrant files an appeal of that
				  final agency action in Superior Court.
D. A registrant who displays inactive vanity
				  registration plates on their vehicle is subject to penalties under 29-A
				  M.R.S.A., Chapter 5.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 172 - RULES GOVERNING THE ISSUANCE OF VANITY REGISTRATION PLATES › Section 250-172-10 - Notice to registrants and applicants

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The Secretary of State will provide notice in writing to a
					 person whose application for vanity registration plates was denied or whose
					 vanity registration plate was recalled under this rule. The notice will state
					 the reasons for the denial or recall and inform the person that they have the
					 right to appeal the Secretary of State's decision. The person must file an
					 appeal of the Secretary of State's decision within 14 days of the date on the
					 written notice. Only a person whose application for a vanity registration plate
					 has been denied or whose vanity registration plate has been recalled may appeal
					 the Secretary of State's decision. A late request for hearing will only be
					 considered for good cause.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 172 - RULES GOVERNING THE ISSUANCE OF VANITY REGISTRATION PLATES › Section 250-172-11 - Hearing

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Hearings under this section will follow the notice and
					 hearing procedures outlined in 5 M.R.S.A. section9051-64 and the Rules for
					 Hearings of the Secretary of State. The person appealing the Secretary of
					 State's decision will have the opportunity to show cause why the decision of
					 the Secretary of State should not be upheld. The sole issue at the hearing will
					 be whether the vanity registration plate is prohibited pursuant to section 3 of
					 this rule. The decision of the Hearings Examiner constitutes the final agency
					 action by the Secretary of State.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 173 - RULES FOR THE SALE, PURCHASE, REMOVAL, TRANSPORT, AND DISPOSAL OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS › Section 250-173-1 - SUMMARY

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
SUMMARY: This rule establishes the requirements for the
					 sale, purchase, removal, and transport of catalytic converters. The rule sets
					 forth required marking methods, pertinent information to marking, and reporting
					 requirements to be utilized by licensed recyclers, scrap metal processors, new
					 and used car dealers, as well as private individuals
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 173 - RULES FOR THE SALE, PURCHASE, REMOVAL, TRANSPORT, AND DISPOSAL OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS › Section 250-173-2 - Definitions

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Definitions: Unless otherwise defined, terms have the same
					 meaning as in Title 29-A
A.
Accessible
: In a location where any surface of the catalytic
				  converter can be marked without dismantling any part of the vehicle.
B.
Engrave
: To inscribe a VIN
				  onto an accessible surface by means of carving or etching.
C.
Legible
: Letters and numbers
				  that are clear and distinct.
D.
Manifest
: Written document required for the transport of catalytic
				  converters.
E.
Permanent
				  Marking
: Once marked, the information will not wear off through normal
				  handling, transportation, or weather conditions.
F.
Vehicle Identification Number
				  (VIN)
: Means a seventeen-digit number assigned to a vehicle by the
				  manufacturer or a Maine assigned identification number.
G.
Visible
: Conspicuous and easy
				  to see.
H.
Wholesale
:
				  Transactions conducted between two licensed dealers.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 173 - RULES FOR THE SALE, PURCHASE, REMOVAL, TRANSPORT, AND DISPOSAL OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS › Section 250-173-3 - REQUIREMENTS AND METHODS FOR MARKING CATALYTIC CONVERTERS FOR PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.
Requirements
: Private individuals who detach a catalytic converter
				  for replacement shall legibly mark the catalytic converter.
B.
Marking Standard
: The marking
				  shall consist of the complete and legible VIN in a single line. If there is not
				  adequate space to mark on one line, the VIN may be marked in multiple lines in
				  the correct number sequence.
C.
Marking Errors
: A straight line shall be drawn through the entire
				  VIN when an error is made in marking. The correct VIN shall be marked directly
				  below; if there is not adequate space, the correct vin shall be marked in the
				  general area.
D.
Method
: The marking shall be made by engraving or a method of
				  permanent marking.
E.
Missing
				  Number
: Individuals who own catalytic converters that do not have a
				  legible or complete 17-digit VIN may request an assigned number from the
				  Secretary of State Enforcement Division through the process outlined in section
				  4 of this rule.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 173 - RULES FOR THE SALE, PURCHASE, REMOVAL, TRANSPORT, AND DISPOSAL OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS › Section 250-173-4 - REQUIREMENTS FOR REQUESTING A CATALYTIC CONVERTER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER FROM THE SECRETARY OF STATE

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Individuals in possession of catalytic converters that have
					 damaged or missing 17-digit vehicle identification numbers shall request an
					 assigned identification number.
A.
Process
1. A requestor must
				  complete the online request form (MVI-29) found on the Bureau of Motor Vehicles
				  website and submit supporting documentation listed in subsection B of this
				  section.
2. Once the MVI-29 is
				  received by the Bureau, an acknowledgment will be provided to the requestor and
				  a temporary VIN number will be issued for a temporary period of up to 30
				  days.
3. The investigation will
				  consist of reviewing and analyzing all relevant information and supporting
				  documentation.
4. Once confirmation
				  of information and review of documentation is complete, the responsible
				  detective will contact the requestor to arrange a time to permanently mark the
				  catalytic converter, at no cost to the requestor. The detective will complete
				  an MVI-30 form at the time of marking which must be signed by the requestor
				  attesting to the accuracy of the information.
5. The Secretary of State shall maintain a
				  record of all requests made for a period of five years.
6.
Transportation
:
				  Transportation of a catalytic converter is prohibited without an identifying
				  number engraved or marked.
(a) A catalytic
				  converter may be transported without identifying markings if it is being
				  returned to a manufacturer of the vehicle in accordance with manufacturer
				  specifications as a core part, which will be replaced with a new
				  converter.
7.
Recovery and Disposal
: Catalytic converters for which a detective
				  determines that an identification number may not be assigned will be handled in
				  accordance with 29-A M.R.S. §
											1113(15).
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 173 - RULES FOR THE SALE, PURCHASE, REMOVAL, TRANSPORT, AND DISPOSAL OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS › Section 250-173-5 - REQUIREMENTS AND METHODS FOR MARKING CATALYTIC CONVERTERS FOR LICENSED NEW AND USED CAR DEALERS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.
Requirements
: Except for when a motor vehicle is sold at wholesale
				  or when a catalytic converter is not in a location that is clearly visible from
				  the underside of the motor vehicle, licensed New and Used Car Dealers who are
				  selling vehicles through retail sale shall legibly mark all catalytic
				  converters that are visible and accessible for all vehicles in their inventory.
				  No disassembly is required to gain access to or mark a catalytic
				  converter.
B.
Marking
				  Standard
: The marking shall consist of the complete and legible VIN in a
				  single line. If there is not adequate space to mark on one line, the VIN may be
				  marked in multiple lines in the correct number sequence.
C.
Marking Errors
: A straight
				  line shall be drawn through the entire VIN when an error is made in marking.
				  The correct VIN shall be marked directly below; if there is not adequate space,
				  the correct vin shall be marked in the general area.
D.
Method
: The marking shall be
				  made by engraving only. There is no set standard on the type of tool used to
				  engrave the catalytic converter; however, the chosen tool must be sufficient to
				  permanently mark the catalytic converter.
E.
Materials
: Both standard
				  catalytic converters and diesel particulate filters shall be marked.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 173 - RULES FOR THE SALE, PURCHASE, REMOVAL, TRANSPORT, AND DISPOSAL OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS › Section 250-173-6 - REQUIREMENTS AND METHODS FOR MARKING CATALYTIC CONVERTERS FOR LICENSED RECYCLERS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.
Detached
				  Catalytic Converter Requirements
: Recyclers buying detached catalytic
				  converters shall:
1.
Verify
				  Marking
: Verify that the full VIN is legibly engraved or permanently
				  marked on the catalytic converter. A completed form MVI-30 must accompany a
				  catalytic converter with a Maine assigned identification number. The MVI-30 is
				  a business record and shall be retained by the purchasing recycler for a period
				  of five years.
2.
Reporting
: The identifying information as outlined in law must be
				  reported in accordance with Section
				  7.
3.
Prohibited Activity
: An
				  unmarked detached catalytic converter may not be purchased. A Recycler shall
				  report an attempted sale to the Division of Enforcement, Anti-Theft, and
				  Regulations.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 173 - RULES FOR THE SALE, PURCHASE, REMOVAL, TRANSPORT, AND DISPOSAL OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS › Section 250-173-7 - RECYCLERS REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.
Reporting Mechanism
: Recyclers shall report any purchase of
				  catalytic converters through retail sales within ten days using an electronic
				  mechanism that is administered by NESPIN (New England State Police Information
				  Network) and approved by the Secretary of State or a comparable program that
				  will report the required information to NESPIN on their behalf.
B.
Requirements for Reporting Retail
				  Acquisitions
: Recyclers purchasing catalytic converters through retail
				  sales shall submit a report to NESPIN to include:
1. The name and address of the acquiring
				  recycler;
2. The date and time of
				  acquisition;
3. The name, address,
				  date of birth, telephone number, and dentification of the seller;
4. The VIN or selling recycler's license
				  number and stock number; and the price paid.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 173 - RULES FOR THE SALE, PURCHASE, REMOVAL, TRANSPORT, AND DISPOSAL OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS › Section 250-173-8 - RECORDS REQUIREMENTS FOR RECYCLERS FOR CATALYTIC CONVERTER TRANSACTIONS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.
Retention Period
: Licensed
				  recyclers shall maintain records of all detached catalytic converter
				  transactions for a period of five years.
B.
Availability Requirement
:
				  Records shall be maintained at the established place of business and shall be
				  available for inspection during posted business hours by any law enforcement
				  officer of the state, municipality, or county. Recyclers which do not have
				  business hours between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. shall make records available
				  upon reasonable demand and advance notice by the Secretary of State, the Office
				  of the Attorney General or law enforcement agencies.
C.
Content Requirement
: Records
				  of individual purchases of detached catalytic converters shall include the name
				  and address of the seller, the date of sale, a description of the catalytic
				  converter, the weight, quantity or volume of the catalytic converters
				  purchased, the consideration paid, a statement that the seller is the owner of
				  the catalytic converter presented, the make, model, state of issue of the
				  license plate of the vehicle used in delivering the catalytic converter, and a
				  copy of government issued photo identification of the seller.
D.
Wholesale Requirement
:
				  Records of catalytic converters purchased from other recyclers shall contain
				  the selling recycler's license number. Recyclers conducting wholesale
				  transactions are exempt from maintaining individual records for a series of
				  catalytic converter purchase transactions made pursuant to a contract or bill
				  of sale.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 173 - RULES FOR THE SALE, PURCHASE, REMOVAL, TRANSPORT, AND DISPOSAL OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS › Appendix 250-173-A - Flow chart of Catalytic Converter Processes

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Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Motor Vehicles › Chapter 190 - RULE FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF EXPERIMENTAL VEHICLE REGISTRATION

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
SUMMARY:
This rule establishes requirements for
				  the registration of experimental motor vehicles. The rule sets forth required
				  equipment standards, application procedures, and the limitations of use
				  pursuant to 29A MRSA section 470.
http://janus.state.me.us/legis/statutes/29-A/title29-Asec470.html
COMMUNICATIONS:
All communications should be directed to:
Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Dealer and Agent Services
101 Hospital St.
29 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0029
Telephone: 207/624-9000 x. 52143
DEFINITIONS
A. "Experimental Vehicle" means any motor
				vehicle in the developmental stage that has not yet reached production. It does
				not include a motor vehicle already in production that is being modified. It
				also does not include the modification of a vehicle designed for non-highway
				use unless that vehicle has been modified to meet USDOT vehicle safety
				standards and EPA emission standards for highway vehicles.
B. "Inventor" means a person or company in
				the business of developing experimental vehicles.
C. "Production" means the vehicle is
				available to the general public for purchase.
D. "Daytime" means the period from a ½
				hour before sunrise to ½ hour after sunset.
E. "Jurisdiction" means a state of the United
				States, its possessions, the District of Columbia, or any Canadian province or
				territory.
REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPERIMENTAL MOTOR
				  VEHICLES
In order to obtain an experimental vehicle
				  registration:
A. The inventor must
				have an established physical location in Maine.
B. The experimental vehicle(s) must be in a
				developmental stage and not in production.
C. The experimental vehicle must comply with
				the equipment standards of 29A MRSA chapter 17, including at a minimum: body
				components, an exhaust system, reflectors, running gear, tires, a horn, lights,
				directional signals, brakes, steering mechanism, windshield wipers, safety seat
				belts, and rearview mirrors. An experimental vehicle is exempt from inspection
				requirements under 29A MRSA section 1751.
http://janus.state.me.us/legis/statutes/29-A/title29-Asec1751.html
D. The inventor must submit an
				application on a form provided by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Dealer and
				Agent Services:
The application must include:
a. The name of the inventor;
b. The address of the inventor;
c. The phone number of the
				inventor;
d. A description of the
				experimental vehicle;
e.
				Photographs of the experimental vehicle in development; and
f. A statement as to the expected duration of
				the experimental testing.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 200 - RULES FOR THE USE OF EXPEDITED SERVICES IN CORPORATIONS › Section 250-200-1 - Definitions

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A."Division" shall mean the Corporate
				  Examining, Corporate Reporting and Information Sections of the Maine Secretary
				  of State's Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions.
B."Request" shall mean a form in the color
				  and size prescribed by the Secretary of State.
C."24 Hour Service" shall mean the completion
				  of a request within twenty-four hours of receipt of the request, except in
				  those cases where the twenty-four hour period includes a Saturday, Sunday,
				  holiday or other day on which the Division is not open for business, in which
				  case the twenty-four hour period shall be extended to the appropriate hour of
				  the next succeeding business day on which the Division is open for business.
				  Availability of this service is dependent on staffing levels and may only be
				  determined at the time the request is made.
D."Immediate Service" shall mean the
				  completion of a request for expedited service at the time the request is made.
				  Availability of this service is dependent on staffing levels and may only be
				  determined at the time the request is made.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 200 - RULES FOR THE USE OF EXPEDITED SERVICES IN CORPORATIONS › Section 250-200-2 - Applicability

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.The Division shall expedite requests made
				  pursuant to these rules provided there is statutory authority for the
				  collection of an additional fee for the expediting of the instrument.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 200 - RULES FOR THE USE OF EXPEDITED SERVICES IN CORPORATIONS › Section 250-200-3 - Form of Requests

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.All requests
				  shall be made in writing.
B.The
				  Secretary of State may provide a form on which requests can be made.
C.A separate request shall be submitted for
				  each service requested of the Division.
1There are four types of requests:
a.A request to file a document or
				  instrument.
b.A request for a
				  certificate of existence or fact for an entity or mark on file.
c.A request for information pertaining to an
				  entity or mark on file.
d.A request
				  for copies of a document or instrument on file.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 200 - RULES FOR THE USE OF EXPEDITED SERVICES IN CORPORATIONS › Section 250-200-4 - Fees

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.The fee for 24 Hour service shall be $50.00
				  per request for documents pertaining to the Corporate Sections.
B.The fee for immediate service on a request
				  for expedited service shall be $100.00 per request for documents pertaining to
				  the Corporate Sections.
C.The fee
				  shall be payable in cash or by a separate check, debit or credit card for each
				  request submitted.
D.The fee must
				  accompany the request. Frequent customers may request permission to be billed
				  for expedited service by completing an Application for Credit for Expedited
				  Service form with the Division.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 200 - RULES FOR THE USE OF EXPEDITED SERVICES IN CORPORATIONS › Section 250-200-5 - Expedited Service by Mail

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.All requests made
				  by mail or similar means shall be addressed to the Division of Corporations,
				  Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions, 101 State House Station,
				  Augusta, Maine 04333-0101.
B.The
				  outer envelope received by the Division shall be clearly marked "Expedited
				  Service" in the lower right hand corner of the envelope.
C.Each request shall be stamped with the date
				  and the hour received at which time the period for performance by the Division
				  shall commence.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 200 - RULES FOR THE USE OF EXPEDITED SERVICES IN CORPORATIONS › Section 250-200-6 - Expedited Service over the Counter

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.The
				  Division shall accept requests between the hours of 9 am and 4 p.m. on days
				  which the Division is open for business.
B.The requests shall be stamped with the date
				  and hour of receipt thereof, at which time the period for performance by the
				  Division shall commence.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 200 - RULES FOR THE USE OF EXPEDITED SERVICES IN CORPORATIONS › Section 250-200-7 - Acting upon Request

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.The request shall
				  be considered to have been acted upon:
1If a
				  document or instrument has been accepted or rejected for filing and supporting
				  documentation has been forwarded to the requesting party; or
2If a request for a certificate, information,
				  or copies has been completed and the information forwarded to the requesting
				  party.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 200 - RULES FOR THE USE OF EXPEDITED SERVICES IN CORPORATIONS › Section 250-200-8 - Refunds

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.The expedited service fee will be refunded
				  only if the Division is unable to perform the service within the time frame
				  prescribed by these rules and the reason can be deemed to be the fault of the
				  Division.
B.Lack of sufficient
				  information to complete the request shall be deemed the fault of the requesting
				  party and not of the Division and the fee for expedited service shall be
				  forfeited.
C.Requests involving
				  inactive filings or outdated reports stored off the site of the Division shall
				  be treated as expedited requests, but may not conform to the twenty-four hour
				  time limit. Requests involving the availability of a mark shall be treated as
				  expedited requests, but may not conform to the twenty-four hour time limit. The
				  fee for expedited service in these cases will not be refunded.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 201 - RULES FOR THE SALE OF PUBLICATIONS IN CORPORATIONS › Section 250-201-2 - The fee schedule for standard listings is as follows

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.List of all active business corporations
				  under Title 13-C $150.00
1 Domestic
				  corporations only $125.00
2 Foreign
				  corporations only $ 25.00
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 201 - RULES FOR THE SALE OF PUBLICATIONS IN CORPORATIONS › Section 250-201-3 - The fee schedule for monthly listings is as follows

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.List of all new domestic business
				  corporations under Title 13-C $ 10.00
B.List of all new foreign business
				  corporations under Title 13-C $ 10.00
C.List of all new domestic nonprofit
				  corporations under Title 13-B $ 10.00
D.List of all new foreign nonprofit
				  corporations under Title 13-B $ 10.00
E.List of all new domestic limited
				  partnerships under Title 31, Chapter 11 $ 10.00
F.List of all new foreign limited
				  partnerships under Title 31, Chapter 11 $ 10.00
G.List of all new domestic limited liability
				  companies under Title 31, Chapter 13 $ 10.00
H.List of all new foreign limited liability
				  companies under Title 31, Chapter 13 $ 10.00
I.List of all new domestic limited liability
				  partnerships under Title 31, Chapter 15 $ 10.00
J.List of all new foreign limited liability
				  partnerships under Title 31, Chapter 15 $ 10.00
K.List of all new marks under Title 10,
				  Chapter 301-A $ 10.00
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 201 - RULES FOR THE SALE OF PUBLICATIONS IN CORPORATIONS › Section 250-201-4 - The fee for all other listings is as follows

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The availability of other listings is determined at the
					 time of the request. If available, the fee shall be $.05 per page with a
					 minimum fee of $25.00.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 240 - RULES FOR LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIPS UNDER TITLE 31, CHAPTER 15 › Section 250-240-1 - Filing Requirements

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.The standard size
				  of forms and all attachments shall be 8 ½ x 11. Exceptions may be made
				  for "Certificates of Good Standing" accompanying forms MLLP 2 and 12, which may
				  be 8 ½ x 14, as well as documents secured from other states.
B.Forms which do not conform to the size and
				  content of the prescribed forms may be rejected by the Secretary of
				  State.
C.All documents must be
				  dated by month, day and year.
D.Forms will only be accepted if typed or
				  printed in ink.
E.All documents
				  must be originally signed, i.e., bear original signatures, not rubber-stamped
				  or machine made copies of signatures.
F.The Secretary of State may reject a
				  document which does not contain the name and capacity of the signer or signers
				  in a legible form in addition to the signatures.
G.Document filing date shall be the date the
				  document is first received in the Bureau of Corporations, Elections and
				  Commissions in proper filing order with the appropriate filing fees. The
				  Secretary of State is required to return documents that do not meet statutory
				  or rule requirements. The Secretary of State reserves the right to determine
				  that a document is in proper filing order. As a courtesy to filers, the
				  Secretary of State may, in its discretion, correct typographical errors or make
				  other corrections if authorized to do so by the filer. The Secretary of State
				  may require written authorization from the filer as a condition to making such
				  corrections.
H.When necessary, the
				  Secretary of State may require documents to contain the name of the limited
				  liability partnership as originally filed or as it appears on the record in its
				  jurisdiction of organization, the date of formation or initial filing in this
				  State, and/or the jurisdiction of organization in order to distinguish one
				  limited liability partnership from another on the record.
I.Refunds of $5.00 or less will not be
				  processed.
J.The address required
				  by 31 MRSA Section806 or Section 854, concerning the registered office of a
				  registered agent, shall state the location address of such office. If, in
				  addition, a different mailing address exists that information must also be
				  included.
K.The affidavit required
				  by 31 MRSA Section807.5.B.3. must list the name and address of a partner to
				  whom the notice of resignation has been sent. If no annual report has been
				  filed, the resigning agent must provide the name and address of any partner to
				  whom the notice of resignation has been sent.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 240 - RULES FOR LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIPS UNDER TITLE 31, CHAPTER 15 › Section 250-240-2 - Annual Reports

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.Each limited
				  liability partnership on file as of December 31st of a given calendar year must
				  file an annual report no later than June 1st of the following year. The
				  information contained in the annual report must be current as of the date the
				  report is signed.
B.The Annual
				  Report form issued by the Secretary of State, containing preprinted information
				  about the limited liability partnership, must be used. Additional pages may be
				  attached to include the variable information contained in the report. List the
				  number of pages attached on the report. Use one side of the paper only. All
				  attachments must contain the name and charter number of the limited liability
				  partnership across the top of the page. Each page should be numbered
				  consecutively.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 240 - RULES FOR LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIPS UNDER TITLE 31, CHAPTER 15 › Section 250-240-3 - List of Registered Agents

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The Secretary of State will establish and maintain a list
					 of corporations and individuals willing to serve as a registered agent for
					 foreign limited liability partnerships doing business in this State. Persons
					 who would like to be included on the list may complete an application form
					 setting forth contact information. Foreign limited liability partnerships
					 seeking to qualify in this State will be forwarded the list upon
					 request.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 240 - RULES FOR LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIPS UNDER TITLE 31, CHAPTER 15 › Section 250-240-4 - Determining Distinguishability of Limited Liability Partnership Names

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
When determining distinguishability, the Secretary of State
					 will define a special character to be any character not in the numeric set of
					 "0" to "9" and in the alpha set of "A" to "Z".
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 250 - RULES FOR BUSINESS CORPORATIONS UNDER TITLE 13-C › Section 250-250-1 - Filing Requirements

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.The standard size
				  of forms and all attachments shall be 8 1/2 x 11. Exceptions may be made for
				  "Certificates of Existence" accompanying forms MBCA 2 and 12, which may be 8
				  1/2 x 14, as well as documents secured from other states.
B.Forms which do not conform to the size and
				  content of the prescribed forms may be rejected by the Secretary of
				  State.
C. All documents must be
				  originally signed, i.e., bear original signatures, not rubber-stamped or
				  machine made copies of signatures.
D. Document filing date shall be the date the
				  document is first received in the Bureau of Corporations, Elections and
				  Commissions in proper filing order with the appropriate filing fees. The
				  Secretary of State is required to return documents that do not meet statutory
				  or rule requirements. The Secretary of State reserves the right to determine
				  that a document is in proper filing order. As a courtesy to filers, the
				  Secretary of State may, in its discretion, correct typographical errors or make
				  other corrections if authorized to do so by the filer. The Secretary of State
				  may require written authorization from the filer as a condition to making such
				  corrections.
E. Refunds of $5.00 or
				  less will not be processed.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 250 - RULES FOR BUSINESS CORPORATIONS UNDER TITLE 13-C › Section 250-250-2 - Annual Reports

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.Each business
				  corporation on file as of December 31st of a given calendar year must file an
				  annual report no later than June 1st of the following year. The information
				  contained in the annual report must be current as of the date the report is
				  signed. Corporations previously excused from filing annual reports, which
				  resume the transaction of business pursuant to 13-C MRSA §1621, sub-§
				  5 are required to file an annual report beginning the next June 1st following
				  resumption.
B. The Annual Report
				  form issued by the Secretary of State, containing preprinted information about
				  the corporation, must be used. Additional pages may be attached to include the
				  variable information in items number 1, 2 and 3 of the report form (corporate
				  purpose, name and address of officers and directors or shareholders). List the
				  number of pages attached on the report. Use one side of the paper only. All
				  attachments must contain the name and charter number of the corporation across
				  the top of the page. Each page should be numbered consecutively.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 250 - RULES FOR BUSINESS CORPORATIONS UNDER TITLE 13-C › Section 250-250-3 - List of Registered Agents

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The Secretary of State will establish and maintain a list
					 of corporations and individuals willing to serve as a registered agent for
					 foreign corporations doing business in this State. Persons who would like to be
					 included on the list may complete an application form setting forth contact
					 information. Foreign corporations seeking to qualify in this State will be
					 forwarded the list upon request.
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 250 - RULES FOR BUSINESS CORPORATIONS UNDER TITLE 13-C › Section 250-250-4 - Determining Distinguishability of Business Corporation Names

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
When determining distinguishability, the Secretary of State
					 will define a special character to be any character not in the numeric set of
					 "0" to "9" and in the alpha set of "A" to "Z".
Code of Maine Rules › 29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE › 250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES › Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions › Chapter 260 - RULES FOR NONPROFIT CORPORATIONS UNDER TITLE 13-B › Section 250-260-1 - Definitions

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.
Corporation.
Title 13-B
				  Section 102(4) defines the term "Corporation" as used in the Maine Nonprofit
				  Corporation Act. Certain entities are excluded from the definition. Among the
				  exclusions are "an instrumentality, agency, political subdivision or body
				  politic and corporate of the State." The Secretary of State interprets that
				  phrase to mean an administrative unit or corporate outgrowth of State, county
				  or local government created by statute, order, resolution, ordinance or
				  articles of incorporation to perform functions traditionally associated with
				  government activities. By way of example, entities, which will be considered
				  excluded from the definition of corporation, include, but are not limited to:
1State departments, bureaus, divisions,
				  commissions, boards and offices;
2The University of Maine;
3The Maine Maritime Academy;
4Cities, towns, plantations, counties and
				  their political subdivisions;
5Municipal and county agencies;
6 Quasi-governmental bodies of State
				  government;
7State and local
				  housing authorities;
8
				  Quasi-municipal bodies including districts such as school administrative,
				  hospital, water and sewer;
9 Voting
				  districts;
10 County extension
				  associations;
11 Regional planning
				  commissions;
12 Councils of
				  government;
13Development
				  districts;
14Urban renewal
				  authorities; and
15The
				  instrumentalities and corporate or political subdivisions of any of the
				  above.