Me. R. Prob. P. 1

As amended through November 25, 2024

Rule 1 - Scope of Rules

These rules govern the procedure in all proceedings in the Probate Courts, with the limitations stated in Rule 81. These rules also govern the procedure on removal or transfer from the Probate Courts to the District and Superior Courts and in appeals from the Probate Courts to the Supreme Judicial Court sitting as the Law Court. The rules shall be construed to secure the just, speedy, and inexpensive determination of every proceeding.

Me. R. Prob. P. 1

Amended effective 7/29/2016.

Advisory Note - July 2016

This new language reflects a jurisdictional change though which the District Courts will handle and process the guardianship, adoption and name change cases that are transferred to them pursuant to Public Law 2015, chapter 460, "An Act To Ensure a Continuing Home Court for Cases Involving Children," enacted by the 127th Maine Legislature, which became effective on July 29, 2016.