Maine legal term
Endanger in Maine Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Maine legislative session
In Maine criminal law, “Endanger” 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 “Endanger” mean in Maine criminal law?
"Endanger" includes a failure to act only when the defendant has a legal duty to protect the health, safety or mental welfare of the dependent person. (17-A M.R.S. § 555)
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