11 chapters · 359 sections in this title.
21-A M.R.S. § 501 Wardens and ward clerks
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1. In a city. In a city, the selection, term of office, compensation and partial duties of wardens and ward clerks are determined by the city charter. Additional duties are prescribed by this Title. 2. In a town. In a town, with the approval of the municipal officers, the clerk o…
21-A M.R.S. § 502 Duties and vacancies -- warden and ward clerk
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In the event of a vacancy in the office of warden or in the absence or incapacity of the warden, the ward clerk may perform the duties of the warden. A vacancy in the office of ward clerk may be filled by an election clerk appointed by the warden. When a ward clerk is elected in …
21-A M.R.S. § 503-A Election clerks
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Election clerks are governed by the following provisions. [PL 2019, c. 64, §2 (NEW).] 1. Qualifications; compensation. Election clerks must be at least 18 years of age, must be registered to vote and must be residents of the municipality or the county in which they serve, except …
21-A M.R.S. § 504 Persons ineligible to serve
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The following may not serve as election officials: [PL 1985, c. 161, §6 (NEW).] 1. Certain employees. An employee of a party or candidate; 2. Direct pecuniary interest. A person having a direct pecuniary interest in the result of a referendum question; or 3. Candidate and certain…