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Lottery in Maine Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Maine legislative session

In Maine criminal law, “Lottery” 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 “Lottery” mean in Maine criminal law?

"Lottery" means an unlawful gambling scheme in which: A. (17-A M.R.S. § 952)

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Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.