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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
1. Civil penalties. The following penalties apply to violations of this subchapter or a rule adopted pursuant to this subchapter.
A. A person who violates this subchapter or a rule adopted pursuant to this subchapter is subject to a civil penalty of not more than $1,000.
B. A person who violates this subchapter or a rule adopted pursuant to this subchapter after having previously violated this subchapter or a rule adopted pursuant to this subchapter is subject to a civil penalty of not more than $2,000.
These penalties may be recovered by the state sealer on behalf of the State in a civil action.
2. Private action. A person who violates this subchapter or a rule adopted pursuant to this subchapter is liable in a civil action to a person aggrieved by the violation pursuant to the remedies set forth in Title 26, section 626-A. The civil action for damages may be brought by either the aggrieved party or, at the request of the state sealer, by the Attorney General.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maine Revised Statutes Title 10. Commerce and Trade § 2368. Violations; penalties - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/me/title-10-commerce-and-trade/me-rev-st-tit-10-sect-2368/
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