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Me. R. Civ. P. 1 (2026)

Rule 1. Scope Of Rules

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RULE 1. SCOPE OF RULES

These rules govern the procedure in the District Court, in the Superior Court, and before a single justice of the Supreme Judicial Court in all suits of a civil nature whether cognizable as cases at law or in equity, including appeals from a governmental agency, with the limitations stated in Rule 81. They shall be construed to secure the just, speedy and inexpensive determination of every action.