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Private place in Maine Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Maine legislative session

In Maine criminal law, “Private place” 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 “Private place” mean in Maine criminal law?

"Private place" means any place that is not a public place. (17-A M.R.S. § 501-A)

Statutes defining or using this term

Charges using this term

Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.