Property Management
A Maine tenant receives a 30-day notice to vacate in retaliation for their complaints about mold. Under Maine's anti-retaliation statute, there is a presumption of retaliation if the notice was served within how many days of the protected activity?
A7 days
B30 days
C60 days✓ Correct
D90 days
Explanation
Maine law creates a rebuttable presumption of retaliatory action if a landlord sends a notice to vacate, increases rent, or reduces services within 6 months (some interpretations: within a short period) of the tenant's protected activity such as code complaint.
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