Maine legal term
Official proceeding in Maine Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Maine legislative session
In Maine criminal law, “Official proceeding” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Maine criminal code.
What does “Official proceeding” mean in Maine criminal law?
"Official proceeding" means any proceeding before a legislative, judicial, administrative or other governmental body or official authorized by law to take evidence under oath or affirmation including a notary or other person taking evidence in connection with any such proceeding; B. (17-A M.R.S. § 451)
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