Maine legal term
Safe zone in Maine Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Maine legislative session
In Maine criminal law, “Safe zone” 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 “Safe zone” mean in Maine criminal law?
"Safe zone" means an athletic field, park, playground or recreational facility that is designated as a safe zone by a municipality pursuant to Title 30-A, section 3253. 24. (17-A M.R.S. § 1101)
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