Maine legal term

Sexually explicit conduct in Maine Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Maine legislative session

In Maine criminal law, “Sexually explicit conduct” 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 “Sexually explicit conduct” mean in Maine criminal law?

"Sexually explicit conduct" means any of the following acts: A. (17-A M.R.S. § 281)

Statutes defining or using this term

17-A M.R.S. § 281

Charges using this term

Dissemination of sexually explicit material
Possession of sexually explicit material
Sexual exploitation of minor
Sexual misconduct with a child under 14 years of age

Related terms in the same statutes

Crime
Sentence
Knowingly
Material
Intentionally
Another jurisdiction
Minor
Spouse
Computer
Image
Victim
Individual

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.