Maine Drug Possession Law
Maine Drug Possession Defense
What you're facing under 17-A M.R.S. § 1107-A, how the penalties scale, and the questions your attorney needs to answer, specific to Maine (ME) law.
Offense Class
Class D Crime (most); Class C Crime (large amounts)
Maximum Penalty
364 days (Class D); 5 years (Class C)
Maximum Fine
$2,000 (Class D); $5,000 (Class C)
Penalty Range in Maine
Charge Enhancements
These factors can elevate the charge or penalty in Maine:
- Possession of certain quantities triggers trafficking charges
- Possession near a school
Maine-Specific Detail
Maine decriminalized small amounts of marijuana (up to 2.5 oz for adults 21+). Scheduled drug possession remains criminal.
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Important: This page provides legal INFORMATION about Maine drug possession law as of the date of publication. Laws change frequently. This is not legal advice. The analysis draws on methods developed by defense attorneys, applied to public data. Your attorney remains the final authority on defense direction.