Investigations; hearings; inspections

7 M.R.S. § 2986, under DESTRUCTIVE COMPETITION.

7 M.R.S. § 2986

1. Investigatory powers. To aid the commission in determining if a dealer or retail store is selling fluid milk below cost, the commission may:

A. Conduct investigations and hearings; [PL 2005, c. 382, Pt. F, §24 (NEW).]

B. Subpoena and examine under oath persons possessing relevant information, including, but not limited to, dealers and retail stores and their officers, agents and representatives; [PL 2005, c. 382, Pt. F, §24 (NEW).]

C. Subpoena and examine the business records, books and accounts of dealers, retail stores or other persons who possess relevant business records, books or accounts; and [PL 2005, c. 382, Pt. F, §24 (NEW).]

D. Inspect at reasonable times the business records, books and accounts of a dealer or retail store at the dealer's or store's office or place of business. [PL 2005, c. 382, Pt. F, §24 (NEW).]

2. Oaths and subpoenas. Any member of the commission or any employee designated by the commission may sign subpoenas and administer oaths to witnesses.