Report Code Violations in Acton, ME

The Clean-Up Crew Your Town Didn’t See Coming

Let’s be blunt: Acton, Maine no longer accepts anonymous code complaints.

Since August 2022, if you try to report a violation without signing your name, it’s tossed in the trash.

That’s right.

You see a junk-strewn lawn, an unsafe shed, or a trench that’s been open for weeks? Unless you attach your name and signature, Acton’s Code Enforcement Officer won’t lift a finger.

We Fix That.

At SNITCH, we handle the paperwork so you don’t get dragged into a neighborhood war. You send us the complaint. We vet it. We file it — under our name, not yours. We follow the law, stay above board, and help your community stay safe and clean.

Start Your Report — We’ll File It for You.

Why Did Acton Ban Anonymous Complaints?

According to the Board of Selectmen, the move was about “accountability.”

But let’s call it what it is: a reaction to neighbor feuds. Some folks were abusing the system. So now? Everyone’s silenced. Good citizens who want to report a legit problem have to risk retaliation, social blowback, or getting blacklisted at the town BBQ.

Their policy says it loud and clear: “Any anonymous inquiry/complaint will not be accepted or reviewed.”

And under Maine’s public records law? Your name is part of the public record. Anyone can file a FOAA request and learn you were the one who reported them.

How SNITCH Works in Acton

1. You submit the details.
   Upload a photo. Tell us what’s going on. We require real info — no trolling, no flimsy claims.  We require meta-data (EXIF) in the photos.
2. We verify and vet.
   Every report is reviewed. Soon, we’ll have retired code officers and AI helping us sort the good from the garbage.
3. We file the complaint – legally.
   We sign our name. Not yours. We handle all the paperwork and submission. If Acton refuses to act? We log it and track the issue anyway.
4. You stay protected.
   Your identity is never disclosed. You avoid drama, retaliation, or becoming the target of a vendetta.

See What SNITCH Covers in Acton.

Common Code Violations in Acton

• Collapsing sheds or unsafe structures
• Unregistered vehicles on lawns
• Trash or debris accumulation
• Incomplete or abandoned construction
• Health and environmental hazards (drainage, mold, etc.)

Why SNITCH Is Legal in Maine

Acton’s policy says complaints must be signed. It doesn’t say who has to sign them.

SNITCH operates just like any other resident or civic group: we submit concerns, attach our name, and follow procedure. It’s lawful. It’s responsible. It’s smart.

And if a town doesn’t want to process complaints from SNITCH? We don’t waste our time — we move on.

Let’s Fix This Town – Without Starting a Feud

Nobody wants to start a war with their neighbor over a busted fence or some junk in the driveway. But if no one says anything, the whole block suffers.

SNITCH lets you speak up without putting yourself in the crosshairs.

Acton might have banned anonymous complaints.
But they didn’t ban accountability.

Ready to Report a Violation in Acton?

• Photos required. Metadata must be intact.
• We’ll ask a few questions to verify you’re serious.
• Your complaint gets filed. Your name stays out of it.

Get Started Today!