Maine Revised Statutes Title 17-A Sec. 757-A – Trafficking of tobacco in adult correctional facilities
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1. A person is guilty of trafficking tobacco in an adult correctional facility if:
A. That person intentionally conveys or attempts to convey tobacco or tobacco products to a person confined in an adult correctional facility that has banned the use of tobacco or tobacco products by prisoners; or [PL 2001, c. 386, §2 (NEW).]
B. That person is confined in an adult correctional facility that has banned the use of tobacco or tobacco products by prisoners and the person intentionally obtains or possesses tobacco or tobacco products. [PL 2001, c. 386, §2 (NEW).]
[PL 2001, c. 386, §2 (NEW).]
Attorney's Note
Under the Maine Revised Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class E crime | up to 6 months | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Maine Revised Statutes Title 17-A Sec. 757-A
- Adult: means a person who has attained the age of 18 years. See Maine Revised Statutes Title 1 Sec. 72
2. As used in this section, “adult correctional facility” means a county jail or correctional facility other than a juvenile facility under the control of the Department of Corrections.
[PL 2001, c. 386, §2 (NEW).]
3. Trafficking of tobacco in an adult correctional facility is a Class E crime.
[PL 2001, c. 386, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2001, c. 386, §2 (NEW).