§ 1-15. Conflicting provisions.  


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  • (a)

    Conflict between chapters. If the provisions of different chapters, articles, divisions or sections of this Code conflict with or contravene each other, the provisions of each chapter, article, division or section shall prevail as to all matters and questions growing out of the subject matter of that chapter, article, division or section.

    (b)

    Conflict within same chapter. If clearing conflicting provisions are found in different sections of the same chapter, the provisions of the section last enacted shall prevail unless the construction is inconsistent with the meaning of that chapter.

    (c)

    Conflict with statutes. Where any conflict exists between a provision of this Code and any provision of the Maine Revised Statutes, the latter shall prevail.

(Code 1983, § 1-108)