Maine legal term
Tier II offense in Maine Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Maine legislative session
In Maine criminal law, “Tier II offense” 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 “Tier II offense” mean in Maine criminal law?
"Tier II offense" means a conviction for a Class C crime under the following, or for an attempt, solicitation or conspiracy to commit a Class B crime under the following, if the victim was less than 18 years of age at the time of the criminal conduct unless otherwise specified: A. (34-A M.R.S. § 11273)
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