Maine legal term
Constable in Maine Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Maine legislative session
In Maine criminal law, “Constable” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Maine criminal code.
What does “Constable” mean in Maine criminal law?
"Constable" means a law enforcement officer appointed by municipal officers pursuant to law. 12-A. (17 M.R.S. § 1011)
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