Maine legal term
Jail in Maine Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Maine legislative session
In Maine criminal law, “Jail” 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 “Jail” mean in Maine criminal law?
"Jail" means a specially constructed or modified facility designated by law or regularly used for detention for a period of up to 12 months. 16. (17-A M.R.S. § 2)
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