Maine Revised Statutes Title 12 Sec. 10452 – Refusal to sign
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Attorney's Note
Under the Maine Revised Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class E crime | up to 6 months | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Maine Revised Statutes Title 12 Sec. 10452
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Person: means a human being or an organization. See Maine Revised Statutes Title 12 Sec. 10001
- Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.
A person may not refuse to sign a citation or Uniform Summons and Complaint after having been ordered to do so by a law enforcement officer. A person who violates this section commits a Class E crime. [PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF); PL 2003, c. 655, Pt. B, §56 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 655, Pt. B, §422 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2003, c. 414, §A2 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 414, §D7 (AFF). PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF). PL 2003, c. 655, §B56 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 655, §B422 (AFF).