Maine § 32 §6199 Enforcement

Maine Statutes

§ 32 §6199 — Enforcement

Maine·Title 32 PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS·Ch. 80-B FORECLOSURE PURCHASERS

This section applies to any violation of this chapter in connection with the actions of a foreclosure purchaser.

1.Enforcement. In addition to other actions allowed pursuant to this section, the administrator may undertake any authorized actions pursuant to Title 9‑A, Article 6 to ensure compliance with this chapter.

2.Private action. A private cause of action may be brought by a foreclosed homeowner on the basis of a violation of this chapter. A foreclosed homeowner may be awarded actual and consequential damages and costs, including reasonable attorney's fees, and may be granted injunctive, declaratory and other equitable relief the court determines appropriate in an action to enforce compliance with this chapter.

3.Remedies cumulative. The remedies provided in this section are cumula

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This section applies to any violation of this chapter in connection with the actions of a foreclosure purchaser.
1.
Enforcement.
In addition to other actions allowed pursuant to this section, the administrator may undertake any authorized actions pursuant to Title 9‑A, Article 6 to ensure compliance with this chapter.
2.
Private action.
A private cause of action may be brought by a foreclosed homeowner on the basis of a violation of this chapter. A foreclosed homeowner may be awarded actual and consequential damages and costs, including reasonable attorney's fees, and may be granted injunctive, declaratory and other equitable relief the court determines appropriate in an action to enforce compliance with this chapter.
3.
Remedies cumulative.
The remedies provided in this section are cumulative and do not restrict any remedy that is otherwise available. The provisions of this chapter are not exclusive and are in addition to any other requirements, rights, remedies and penalties provided by state or federal law.
4.
Improvident transfer.
The remedies provided under Title 33, chapter 20 apply to any violation of this chapter in connection with actions of a foreclosure purchaser.
5.
Stay of eviction action.
The automatic stay of an eviction action is governed by this subsection.
6.
Unfair trade practice.
The Attorney General may bring an action under Title 5, chapter 10 for any violation of this chapter.