Me. Stat. tit. 33 § 1056
Current through 131st (2023-2024) Legislature Chapter 684
If no owner appears within 6 months, such money or lost goods shall belong to the finder by paying 1/2 their value after deducting all necessary charges to the treasurer of said town; but if he neglects to pay it on demand, it may be recovered in an action brought by said treasurer in the name of the town.
33 M.R.S. § 1056