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Maine Notice of Appeal Deadline in a Civil Case

In Maine, the deadline to file a notice of appeal in a civil case is 21 days after the entry of the judgment or order being appealed. This time limit is established by Me. R. App. P. 2B(c), which governs the timing for initiating an appeal. The 21-day period begins to run from the date the judgment is entered on the docket, not from the date of the court’s oral decision or the mailing of the order. The rule sets out specific exceptions that may extend or alter this deadline, all of which are detailed in the official source. The worked example below demonstrates how the calculation operates. To determine the precise deadline for a particular case, use DocketMath’s calculator.

Governing authority

In Maine, the deadline rule is set by Me. R. App. P. 2B(c). The verified packet cites Me. R. App. P. 2B(c) (https://www.courts.maine.gov/rules/text/mrap_plus_2024-08-01.pdf).

Maine deadline: the verified value is 21 days under Me. R. App. P. 2B(c). The verified packet cites Me. R. App. P. 2B(c) (https://www.courts.maine.gov/rules/text/mrap_plus_2024-08-01.pdf).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the deadline calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.