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Maine Revised Statutes Title 7. Agriculture and Animals § 769. Fines for violations

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

1. Violation. A person, firm or corporation may not violate this subchapter or a rule adopted pursuant to this subchapter.

2. Penalty. The following penalties apply to violations of this section.

A. A person who violates subsection 1 commits a civil violation for which a fine of not more than $100 may be adjudged.

B. A person who violates subsection 1 after having previously violated subsection 1 commits a civil violation for which a fine of not more than $200 may be adjudged.

3. Application. This subchapter may not be construed as requiring the commissioner or the commissioner's agent to bring suit or institute seizure proceedings as a result of minor violations of this subchapter when the commissioner believes that the public interest will be best served by a suitable notice of warning in writing.

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