125th MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 90 LR 19(01)
An Act Regarding Graphic Images Displayed with the Intention of Interfering with Civil Rights
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Celli of Brewer
Committee: Judiciary
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
Potential current biennium cost increase - General Fund
Minor revenue increase - General Fund
Correctional and Judicial Impact Statements
Increases the number of civil violations.
The collection of additional fines may also increase General Fund revenue by minor amounts.
Fiscal Detail and Notes
Enactment of this legislation could present constitutional issues that would be costly to defend.  The possible litigation costs cannot be determined at this time but could be significant. The Assistant Attorney General costs could be absorbed by the Office of the Attorney General.  If the legislation was found to be unconstitutional, any attorneys fees awarded would require a General Fund appropriation for that purpose.