Code of Maine Rules
01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY
001 - MAINE MILK COMMISSION
Chapter 122 - FEE SCHEDULE FOR INSPECTION OF AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES
Section 001-122-VIII - DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS

1. Payment of fees and charges for services is due by the due date specified on the invoice.

2. If payment is not received by the due date specified on the invoice, the Department reserves the right to withhold further service until the delinquent account is paid. The Department also reserves the right to require advance cash payments, in a manner acceptable to the Department, for subsequent service to applicants who maintain delinquent accounts.

3. A late charge of ten (10) percent, plus interest of eight (8) percent per annum shall be assessed on the unpaid balance of accounts that are more than thirty (30) days overdue.

1. Applicants with delinquent accounts of less than $1400.00 shall receive notification of delinquency and be allowed fifteen (15) days to render payment. If payment is not received within the allotted time, procedures will be initiated to collect the overdue account through small claims court with the applicant liable for interest, filing fee and court costs.

2. Applicants with delinquent accounts in excess of $1400.00 shall receive notification of delinquency and be allowed fifteen (15) days to render payment. If payment is not received within the allotted time, procedures will be initiated to collect the overdue account through Maine Revenue Services or the Attorney General's office with the applicant liable for interest, filing fee and cost of collection.