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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
A person may not obtain or exercise unauthorized control over the property of a utility with intent to deprive the utility of the property. A person who violates this section is liable in a civil action to the utility owning the property affected for:
1. Cost of replacement. The cost of replacement of the utility property, as necessary;
2. Other costs. All other reasonable costs to the utility, including attorney's fees and costs of undertaking and completing the investigation resulting in a determination of liability; and
3. Civil penalty. A civil penalty not to exceed $3,000 due and payable to the utility for each violation of this section.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maine Revised Statutes Title 35-A. Public Utilities § 2708. Civil liability for utility property wrongfully obtained - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/me/title-35-a-public-utilities/me-rev-st-tit-35-a-sect-2708/
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