Maine Revised Statutes Title 14 Sec. 554 – New process after loss or destruction
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Terms Used In Maine Revised Statutes Title 14 Sec. 554
- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.
When in an action pending, the loss or destruction of a writ, complaint or other process after service is proved by affidavit or otherwise, the court may allow a new one to be filed, corresponding thereto as nearly as may be, with the same effect as the one lost or destroyed.