In Maine, disorderly conduct laws effectively make disturbing the peace a criminal offense. While disorderly conduct is considered one of the least serious offenses under Maine’s Criminal Statutes, it can still result in a permanent criminal record and therefore needs to be taken seriously because of its potential long-term consequences.
Assault is a serious criminal charge in any situation in Maine. When the alleged assault is against a police officer, the consequences can be even harsher. Sometimes, during questioning or an arrest by a law enforcement officer, an individual feels harshly treated or objects to the actions of the officer,
Misdemeanors in Maine are classified as Class D or E crimes and felonies are classified as Class A, B, or C crimes. The penalties for each level of crime increase from Class E up to A—from a maximum of one-year imprisonment to life imprisonment. With such a wide range of
If you’ve been charged with assault in Maine, your priority should be to ensure that the charge does not result in a conviction. Assault can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony and, as well as jail time, you will face severe consequences for your future if you are convicted.
Updated: July 2024 If you have been arrested for a crime in Maine, it is important to understand the consequences that you may be facing. In the state of Maine, the severity of a crime is measured by a code classification system. Each code comes with its own minimum and
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