Maine legal term
Penobscot Nation in Maine Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Maine legislative session
In Maine criminal law, “Penobscot Nation” 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 “Penobscot Nation” mean in Maine criminal law?
"Penobscot Nation" means the Penobscot Nation Tribal Court or the entity authorized by the governing body of the Penobscot Nation pursuant to Title 30, section 6209-B to exercise jurisdiction over child support enforcement matters. (29-A M.R.S. § 2459-A)
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