§2361-A. Definitions As used in this subchapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings. [PL 1983, c. 804, §2 (NEW).] 1. Agreement of the parties. “Agreement of the parties” means the mutual agreement of the parties or their authorized representatives, and is distinguished from a unilateral condition imposed by […]
§2361. Definitions (REPEALED) SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 598, §1 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 537, §1 (RPR). PL 1983, c. 804, §1 (RP).
§2362-A. Fuel wood Nothing in this subchapter supersedes or in any way modifies the measurement standards relating to fuel wood provided for in section 2302, subsection 1. [PL 1983, c. 804, §4 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1983, c. 804, §4 (NEW).
§2362. Measurement of wood (REPEALED) SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 598, §1 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 537, §2 (RPR). PL 1983, c. 804, §3 (RP).
§2363-A. Measurement of wood 1. Cubic measure and standard cord. In all wood transactions the volume of wood may be measured in cubic feet or by the standard cord as provided for by the state sealer. [PL 1983, c. 804, §6 (NEW).] 2. Weight scale. When agreed upon by the parties, weight measurement may […]
§2363. Standards for weight scale (REPEALED) SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 598, §1 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 537, §3 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §174 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 804, §5 (RP).
§2364-A. Accurate and verifiable measurements 1. Standards. It is the intent of this subchapter that any method of wood scaling or measurement used in wood transactions shall provide an accurate and verifiable count of the volume, quantity, dimension or weight measured, according to the standards established by the state sealer, provided that those standards may […]
§2364-B. Transportation of wood A person transporting wood must comply with the provisions of this section. [PL 1997, c. 648, §2 (NEW).] 1. Trip ticket required. Except as provided in subsections 3 and 4, each truckload of wood transported must be accompanied by a trip ticket containing the following information for that load of […]
§2364. Standards for butt scale (REPEALED) SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 598, §1 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 537, §4 (RP).
§2365-A. Licensing of measuring and scaling operators The state sealer has the authority to license all persons who measure or scale wood and has the authority to issue rules and establish fees for licensing and examination. Annual license fees shall not exceed $25 and funds collected shall cover the expenses involved in administering the licensing […]
§2365-B. Persons licensed to measure and scale wood Beginning September 1, 1985, there shall be at least one person licensed to measure and scale wood residing in each of the following 3 regions of the State: Aroostook County, Penobscot-Piscataquis Counties and Washington-Hancock Counties. [PL 1985, c. 501, Pt. B, §18 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL […]
§2365-C. Persons enforcing laws relating to measurement of wood Any employee of the State charged with enforcing the provisions of this chapter relating to the measurement of wood must be examined and licensed in accordance with the provisions of section 2365-A. [PL 1985, c. 501, Pt. B, §18 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1985, c. […]
§2365. Standards for measurement (REPEALED) SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 598, §1 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 537, §4 (RP).
§2366-A. Disputed wood In case a dispute arises as to whether wood was accurately scaled or measured, the person aggrieved may file a complaint with the state sealer. Any complaint shall be initiated within 15 days of discovery of the alleged grievance. The state sealer shall investigate the complaint. As part of the investigation, the […]
§2366. Appeal procedure (REPEALED) SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 598, §1 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 537, §5 (RPR). PL 1977, c. 694, §175 (AMD). PL 1979, c. 127, §62 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 804, §9 (RP).
§2367. Rules The state sealer shall, in a manner consistent with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375, promulgate and adopt rules relating to: [PL 1983, c. 804, §11 (NEW).] 1. Weight scale. Procedures for determining the weight of wood according to weight scale; [PL 1983, c. 804, §11 (NEW).] 2. […]
§2368. Violations; penalties 1. Civil penalties. The following penalties apply to violations of this subchapter or a rule adopted pursuant to this subchapter. A. A person who violates this subchapter or a rule adopted pursuant to this subchapter is subject to a civil penalty of not more than $1,000. [PL 2003, c. 452, […]
§2369. Transition provision 1. Promulgate and adopt rules. The state sealer, in a manner consistent with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375, shall promulgate and adopt rules pursuant to this subchapter within 90 days of the effective date of this section. The rules shall become effective April 30, 1985. [PL 1983, […]
