§611. Definitions As used in this subchapter, unless the context indicates otherwise, the following terms have the following meanings. [PL 1985, c. 623, §1 (NEW).] 1. Employment agency. “Employment agency” means any person who conducts a full-time or part-time service for the purpose of procuring or attempting to procure permanent or temporary employment or […]
§612-A. Municipal licensing This subchapter may not be construed to prevent a municipality from acting under its home rule authority granted by Title 30‑A, section 3001 and by the Constitution of Maine, Article VIII, Part Second, to license or regulate the business of employment agencies or to require a bond. [PL 1991, c. 824, […]
§612. Fees charged to applicants for employment; receipt 1. Placement fee. The placement fee charged to an applicant for employment by an employment agency shall not exceed the equivalent of the first full week’s gross wages. This fee shall be in full compensation for all services of the employment agency. If for any reason employment […]
§613. Enforcement penalty 1. Violation. Any employment agency which violates this subchapter commits a civil violation for which a forfeiture of not less than $100 nor more than $500 for each violation may be adjudged. [PL 1985, c. 623, §1 (NEW).] 2. Civil action. An action may be brought by the injured party, the […]
