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Data storage device in Maine Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Maine legislative session

In Maine criminal law, “Data storage device” 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 “Data storage device” mean in Maine criminal law?

"Data storage device" means any computer or accessory device, designed for or capable of storing digital media or data, including, but not limited to, installed or transportable hard drives, memory cards and servers. 11. (17-A M.R.S. § 431)

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.