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ME LD688
Bill
AI Summary
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Sworn law enforcement officers employed by the Department of the Secretary of State would be authorized to represent the State in libel actions involving seized catalytic converters, even if they are not attorneys
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Creates an exemption from Maine's unauthorized practice of law prohibition for these officers when handling catalytic converter seizure cases under Title 29-A, section 1113, subsection 15
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Amends 4 MRSA §807 by adding a new paragraph (V) to the list of approved exceptions to unauthorized practice of law rules
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Similar to existing authority already granted to marine patrol officers who can represent the Department of Marine Resources in libel proceedings without being attorneys
Legislative Description
An Act to Authorize Department of the Secretary of State Law Enforcement Officers to Initiate a Libel Proceeding Regarding Catalytic Converters
Civil Procedure
Last Action
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
5/28/2025