Maine Revised Statutes Title 17-A Sec. 606 – Improper compensation for services
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1. A person is guilty of improper compensation for services if:
A. Being a public servant, he solicits, accepts or agrees to accept any pecuniary benefit in return for advice or other assistance in preparing or promoting a bill, contract, claim or other transaction or proposal as to which he knows that he has or is likely to have an official discretion to exercise; or [PL 1975, c. 499, §1 (NEW).]
B. He gives, offers or promises any pecuniary benefit, knowing that it is prohibited by paragraph A. [PL 1975, c. 499, §1 (NEW).]
[PL 1975, c. 499, §1 (NEW).]
Attorney's Note
Under the Maine Revised Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class E crime | up to 6 months | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Maine Revised Statutes Title 17-A Sec. 606
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
2. Improper compensation for services is a Class E crime.
[PL 1975, c. 499, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 499, §1 (NEW).