USA Statutes : maine
Title : Title 29-A. MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING. PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter : Chapter 19. OPERATION (HEADING. PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Title 29-A - §2051. Traffic lanes
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2051. Traffic lanes
When a public way has been divided into 2 or more clearly marked lanes for traffic, the following provisions apply.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
1. Single lane. A vehicle must be operated as nearly as practical entirely within a single lane.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §27 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
1-A. Movement from lane. A vehicle may not be moved from a lane until the operator has first ascertained that the movement can be made with safety.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §28 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. Center lane. On a public way that is divided into 3 lanes and provides for 2-way movement of traffic, a vehicle may not be operated in
the center lane except:
A. When overtaking and passing another vehicle when the way is clearly visible and the center lane is clear of traffic for
a safe distance, unless an official sign or traffic control device limits the use of the center lane to turning only;
[1997, c. 653, §7 (amd).]
B. In preparation for a left turn; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. Where the center lane is at the time allocated exclusively to traffic moving in the direction the vehicle is proceeding
and is posted to give notice of that allocation.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1997, c. 653, §7 (amd).]
3. Signs. An operator shall obey an official sign or traffic control device:
A. Directing slowly moving traffic to use a designated lane;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Designating a lane to be used by turning traffic or traffic moving in a particular direction regardless of the center of
the way; or
[1997, c. 653, §8 (amd).]
C. Prohibiting the changing of lanes on sections of a public way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1997, c. 653, §8 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1997,
Ch. 653,
§7,8
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q27,28
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney.
Office of the Revisor of Statutes
7 State House Station
State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
This page created on: 2005-10-01
Title 29-A - §2052. Divided highways
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2052. Divided highways
1. Divider defined. For purposes of this section, a "divider" means an intervening space, a physical barrier or a clearly indicated dividing
space dividing 2 ways and constructed to impede vehicular traffic over it.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Drive on right-hand way. When a public way has a divider, a vehicle may be driven only on the right-hand way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Crossing. An operator may not drive a vehicle over, across or within a divider, or an opening or crossover of a divider.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §29 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
3-A. Divider sign restrictions. An operator may not disobey the restrictions on official signs at an opening or crossover of a divider.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §30 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
4. Limited access. An operator may not drive a vehicle onto or from a limited-access way except at established entrances and exits.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Limiting use. The Department of Transportation or a municipality, with respect to a way under that authority's jurisdiction, may prohibit
the use of a way by:
A. Pedestrians; or
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §31 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
B. Bicycles or other nonmotorized traffic, scooters, motorized bicycles or tricycles, or motor-driven cycles.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §31 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §31 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
5-A. Limiting use sign restrictions. On limiting the use of a way, the authority shall erect and maintain official signs stating the prohibition. A person may
not disobey the restrictions stated on those signs.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §32 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
6. Ways with speed limit of 65 miles per hour. An operator driving on a limited-access way with a speed limit of 65 miles per hour is restricted in ordinary operation
to the right-hand lane and may use adjacent lanes for overtaking and passing another vehicle, but must return to the right-hand
lane at the earliest opportunity. This requirement does not apply to an authorized emergency vehicle, or to a vehicle otherwise
directed by posted signs, a law enforcement officer or a highway maintenance crew.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
7. Backing. An operator may not drive a vehicle in reverse or back a vehicle on a limited-access way or on an entrance or exit of a
limited-access way.
[1995, c. 247, §3 (new).]
8. Breakdown lanes. The operator of a vehicle may not overtake another vehicle on a limited-access way by driving on the shoulder or in the
breakdown lane located on the right or the left of the travel lanes.
[2003, c. 340, §6 (new).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 247,
§3
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 360,
§4
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 340,
§6
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q29-32
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney.
Office of the Revisor of Statutes
7 State House Station
State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
This page created on: 2005-10-01
Title 29-A - §2053. Right-of-way
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2053. Right-of-way
1. Keeping right. When operators of vehicles approach each other from opposite directions, each must travel to the right of the center of
the travel portion of the public way to allow the other to pass without interference. When it is unsafe or difficult to pass
without interference, an operator must stop at a reasonable time and convenient place, to allow the other to pass.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Slow-moving vehicles. An operator of a vehicle moving slowly shall keep the vehicle as close as practicable to the right-hand boundary of the
public way, and allow faster moving vehicles reasonably free passage to the left.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Public intersections. The operator of a vehicle at intersecting public ways has the right-of-way over a vehicle on the operator's left, and must
yield right-of-way to one on its right, except:
A. At a traffic circle or rotary; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. When otherwise directed by a law enforcement officer.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Private to public intersection. An operator of a vehicle entering a public way from a private way must yield the right-of-way to a vehicle on the public
way or to a pedestrian. After yielding, the operator of the vehicle must proceed cautiously.
For the purposes of this subsection, "private way" means any way or road access onto a public way, including an alley, driveway
or entrance.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Vehicle turning left. An operator of a vehicle who intends to turn left must yield the right-of-way to a vehicle approaching from the opposite
direction when the approaching vehicle is within the intersection or so close as to constitute an immediate hazard.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
6. Traffic circles or rotary intersections. The operator of a vehicle:
A. Approaching a traffic circle or rotary intersection shall yield the right-of-way to a vehicle already within the traffic
circle or rotary intersection unless otherwise regulated by a law enforcement officer or by traffic control devices;
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §33 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
B. Entering and passing around a rotary or traffic circle may drive only to the right of the rotary or traffic circle and shall
yield the right-of-way to a vehicle on the operator's left; and
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §33 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
C. May not drive on or across the center part of a rotary or traffic circle, except that the wheels of a semitrailer or trailer
may cross the center part as long as the wheels of the towing vehicle do not cross the center part.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §33 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §33 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
7. Traffic islands. An operator of a vehicle passing around a rotary traffic island must drive only to the right of the island.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
8. Highway construction and maintenance areas. An operator of a vehicle must yield the right-of-way to an authorized vehicle or person actually engaged in work on a public
way:
A. Within a construction or maintenance area indicated by official traffic control devices; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. When the vehicle displays flashing lights meeting the requirements of section 2054.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1999,
Ch. 183,
§8
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q33
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or
interpretation of Maine law to the public. If you need legal
advice, please consult
a qualified attorney.
Office of the Revisor of Statutes
7 State House Station
State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
This page created on: 2005-10-01
Title 29-A - §2054. Emergency and auxiliary lights; sirens; privileges
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2054. Emergency and auxiliary lights; sirens; privileges
1. Definitions. As used in this section, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.
A. "Ambulance" means any vehicle designed, constructed and routinely used or intended to be used for the transportation of
ill or injured persons and licensed by Maine Emergency Medical Services pursuant to Title 32, chapter 2-B.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. "Authorized emergency vehicle" means any one of the following vehicles:
(1) An ambulance;
(2) A Baxter State Park Authority vehicle operated by a Baxter State Park ranger;
(3) A Bureau of Marine Patrol vehicle operated by a coastal warden;
(4) A Department of Conservation vehicle operated by a forest ranger;
(5) A Department of Conservation vehicle used for forest fire control;
(6) A Department of Corrections vehicle used for responding to the escape of or performing the high-security transfer of
a prisoner, juvenile client or juvenile detainee;
(7) A Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife vehicle operated by a warden;
(8) A Department of Public Safety vehicle operated by a capital security officer appointed pursuant to Title 25, section
2908, a state fire investigator or a Maine Drug Enforcement Agency officer;
(9) An emergency medical service vehicle;
(10) A fire department vehicle;
(11) A hazardous material response vehicle, including a vehicle designed to respond to a weapon of mass destruction;
(12) A railroad police vehicle;
(13) A sheriff's department vehicle;
(14) A State Police or municipal police department vehicle;
(15) A vehicle operated by a chief of police, a sheriff or a deputy sheriff when authorized by the sheriff;
(16) A vehicle operated by a municipal fire inspector, a municipal fire chief, an assistant or deputy chief or a town forest
fire warden;
(17) A vehicle operated by a qualified deputy sheriff or other qualified individual to perform court security-related functions
and services as authorized by the State Court Administrator pursuant to Title 4, section 17, subsection 15;
(18) A Federal Government vehicle operated by a federal law enforcement officer; and
(19) A vehicle operated by a municipal rescue chief, deputy chief or assistant chief.
[2005, c. 14, §1 (amd).]
C. "Auxiliary light" means a light, other than standard equipment lighting such as headlights, taillights, directional signals,
brake lights, clearance lights, parking lights and license plate lights, that is displayed on a vehicle and used to increase
the operator's visibility of the road or the visibility of the vehicle to other operators and pedestrians.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. "Emergency light" means an auxiliary light displayed and used on an authorized emergency vehicle to distinguish it and make
it recognizable as an authorized emergency vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
E. "Emergency medical service vehicle" means a vehicle equipped and used to transport emergency medical personnel or equipment
to ill or injured persons and authorized by Maine Emergency Medical Services.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
F. "Fire vehicle" means any vehicle listed under paragraph B, subparagraph (5) or (16).
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
G. "Hazardous material response vehicle" means a vehicle equipped for and used in response to reports of emergencies resulting
from actual or potential releases, spills or leaks of, or other exposure to, hazardous substances that is authorized by a
mutual aid agreement pursuant to Title 37-B, section 795, subsection 3 and approved by the local emergency planning committee
or committees whose jurisdiction includes the area in which the vehicle operates.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
H. "Highway maintenance vehicle" means a vehicle used to maintain the highways, including, but not limited to, a plow, grader,
sand truck, sweeper and tar truck.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
I. "Police vehicle" means any vehicle listed under paragraph B, subparagraph (2), (3), (4), (7), (8), (12), (13), (14) or (18).
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
J. "Rescue vehicle" means any vehicle listed under paragraph B, subparagraph (19).
[2005, c. 14, §2 (new).]
[2005, c. 14, §§1, 2 (amd).]
2. Authorized lights. Authorized lights are governed as follows.
A. Only an ambulance; an emergency medical service vehicle; a fire department vehicle; a police vehicle; a Department of Conservation
vehicle used for forest fire control; a Department of Corrections vehicle as described in subsection 1, paragraph B, subparagraph
(6); and a highway maintenance vehicle may be equipped with a device that provides for alternate flashing of the vehicle's
headlights.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Only a police vehicle may be equipped with a device that provides for alternate flashing of the vehicle's brake or rear
directional lights and back-up lights or strobe lights behind the rear brake lenses.
[1995, c. 247, §4 (amd).]
C. The use of amber lights on vehicles is governed by the following.
(1) A vehicle engaged in highway maintenance or in emergency rescue operations by civil defense and public safety agencies
and a public utility emergency service vehicle may be equipped with auxiliary lights that emit an amber light.
(2) A wrecker must be equipped with a flashing light mounted on top of the vehicle in such a manner as to emit an amber
light over a 360` angle. The light must be in use on a public way or a place where public traffic may reasonably be anticipated
when servicing, freeing, loading, unloading or towing a vehicle.
(3) A vehicle engaged in snow removal or sanding operations on a public way must be equipped with and display at least 2
auxiliary lights mounted on the highest practical point on the vehicle and provide visible light coverage over a 360` range.
The lights must emit an amber beam of light, be at least 6 inches in diameter and be equipped with blinking attachments.
In lieu of the lights specified, a vehicle may be equipped with at least one auxiliary rotating flashing light having 4-inch
sealed beams and showing amber beams of light over a 360` range or an amber strobe, or combination of strobes, that emits
at a minimum a beam of 1,000,000 candlepower and provides visible light coverage over a 360` range. When the left wing of
a plow is in operation and extends over the center of the road, an auxiliary light must show the extreme end of the left wing.
That light may be attached to the vehicle so that the beam of light points at the left wing. The light illuminating the
left wing may be controlled by a separate switch or by the regular lighting system and must be in operation at all times when
the vehicle is used for plowing snow on public ways.
(4) A vehicle equipped and used for plowing snow on other than public ways may be equipped with an auxiliary rotary flashing
light that must be mounted on top of the vehicle in such a manner as to emit an amber beam of light over a 360` angle, or
an amber strobe, or combination of strobes, that emits at a minimum a beam of 50 candlepower and provides visible light coverage
over a 360` range. The light may be in use on a public way only when the vehicle is entering the public way in the course
of plowing private driveways and other off-highway locations.
(5) A rural mail vehicle may be equipped with auxiliary lights.
(a) The lights used to the front must be white or amber, or any shade between white and amber.
(b) The lights used to the rear must be amber or red, or any shade between amber and red.
(c) The lights, whether used to the front or rear, must be mounted at the same level and as widely spaced laterally as possible.
(d) The lights, whether used to the front or rear, must flash simultaneously.
(e) The lights must be visible from a distance of at least 500 feet under normal atmospheric conditions at night.
(6) A vehicle used or provided by a contract security company to assist in traffic control and direction at construction
or maintenance sites on a public way may be equipped with auxiliary lights. Effective July 1, 1996, the auxiliary lights
must be amber. Prior to July 1, 1996, the auxiliary lights must be green or amber.
(7) A Department of Public Safety vehicle operated by a motor carrier inspector may be equipped with auxiliary lights that
emit an amber light.
(8) A vehicle used by an animal control officer appointed pursuant to Title 7, section 3947 may be equipped with auxiliary
lights that emit a flashing amber light.
(9) A refuse, garbage or trash business vehicle used by an individual to transport refuse, garbage and trash may be equipped
with auxiliary lights that emit a flashing amber light.
[2005, c. 314, §12 (amd).]
D. Except as provided in this paragraph, a vehicle may not be equipped with or display a blue light.
(1) Emergency lights used on the following vehicles must emit a blue light or a combination of blue and white light: a police
vehicle; a Department of Corrections vehicle as described in subsection 1, paragraph B, subparagraph (6); a vehicle operated
by a chief of police, a sheriff or a deputy sheriff; and a vehicle operated by a qualified deputy sheriff or other qualified
individual performing court security-related functions and services.
(2) Emergency lights used on an ambulance, an emergency medical service vehicle, a fire department vehicle or a hazardous
material response vehicle may include one blue light mounted facing toward the rear of the vehicle so that the light is primarily
visible to approaching traffic from the rear only.
(3) The taillight of a vehicle, or replica of a vehicle, manufactured prior to 1952 and registered under section 457, may
contain a blue or purple insert of not more than one inch in diameter.
(4) Blue interior auxiliary lighting or dash lighting may be used on any vehicle if no portion of the beam of light is visible
at a height of 42 inches above a surface parallel with the level surface on which the vehicle stands at a distance of 20 feet
from any part of the vehicle.
[2005, c. 183, §2 (amd).]
E.
[2003, c. 340, §7 (rp).]
F. Only vehicles listed in this paragraph, rural mail vehicles as provided in paragraph C, subparagraph (5) and school buses
may be equipped with, display or use a red auxiliary or emergency light.
(1) Emergency lights used on an ambulance, an emergency medical service vehicle, a fire department vehicle, a fire vehicle,
a rescue vehicle or a hazardous material response vehicle must emit a red light or a combination of red and white light.
(2) The municipal officers or a municipal official designated by the municipal officers, with the approval of the fire chief,
may authorize an active member of a municipal or volunteer fire department to use one red or combination red and white flashing
auxiliary light mounted as near as practicable above the front registration plate on the front of the vehicle, behind the
rearview mirror or on the dashboard or 2 flashing red or combination red and white auxiliary lights mounted on the front of
the vehicle above the front bumper and below the hood. The light or lights may be displayed but may be used only while the
member is en route to or at the scene of a fire or other emergency. A light mounted on the dashboard or behind the rearview
mirror must be shielded so that the emitted light does not interfere with the operator's vision. The use of lights may be
revoked at any time by the fire chief.
(3) Members of an emergency medical service licensed by Maine Emergency Medical Services may display and use on a vehicle
red or red and white combination flashing auxiliary lights of the same proportion, in the same location and under the same
conditions as those permitted municipal and volunteer firefighters, when authorized by the chief official of the emergency
medical service. The use of lights may be revoked at any time by the chief official of the emergency medical service.
[2005, c. 299, §1 (amd).]
G. A vehicle may be equipped with a spotlight. Only spotlights on authorized emergency vehicles, highway maintenance vehicles
and public utility vehicles may be used on a public way, except any vehicle may use a spotlight in cases of necessity when
other lights required by law fail to operate.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
H. A vehicle in a funeral procession may be equipped with a flashing light. The light must emit a yellow beam of light. The
light may not be more than 5 inches in diameter and must be placed on the dashboard. The light must be shielded so that the
emitted light does not interfere with the operator's vision. The flashing light may be used only when the vehicle is used
in a funeral procession.
[2001, c. 10, §1 (new).]
[2005, c. 183, §2 (amd); c. 299, §1 (amd); c. 314, §12 (amd).]
3. Sirens. A bell or siren may not be installed or used on any vehicle, except an authorized emergency vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Right-of-way. An authorized emergency vehicle operated in response to, but not returning from, a call or fire alarm or operated in pursuit
of an actual or suspected violator of the law has the right-of-way when emitting a visual signal using an emergency light
and an audible signal using a bell or siren. On the approach of any such vehicle, the operator of every other vehicle shall
immediately draw that vehicle as near as practicable to the right-hand curb, parallel to the curb and clear of any intersection
and bring it to a standstill until the authorized emergency vehicle has passed. A violation of this subsection is a Class
E crime that, notwithstanding Title 17-A, section 1301, is punishable by a minimum fine of $250 for the first offense and
for a 2nd offense occurring within 3 years of the first offense a mandatory 30-day suspension of a driver's license.
[1997, c. 162, §1 (amd).]
4-A. Registered owner's liability for vehicle failing to yield right-of-way. A person who is a registered owner of a vehicle at the time that vehicle is involved in a violation of subsection 4 commits
a traffic infraction unless a defense applies pursuant to paragraph D. For purposes of this subsection, "registered owner"
includes a person issued a dealer or transporter registration plate.
A. The operator of an authorized emergency vehicle who observes a violation of subsection 4 may report the violation to a law
enforcement officer. If a report is made, the operator shall report the time and the location of the violation and the registration
plate number and a description of the vehicle involved. The officer shall initiate an investigation of the reported violation
and, if possible, contact the registered owner of the motor vehicle involved and request that the registered owner supply
information identifying the operator of the registered owner's motor vehicle.
[1997, c. 162, §2 (new).]
B. The investigating officer may cause the registered owner of the vehicle to be served with a summons for a violation of this
subsection.
[1997, c. 162, §2 (new).]
C. Except as provided in paragraph D, it is not a defense to a violation of this subsection that a registered owner was not
operating the vehicle at the time of the violation.
[1997, c. 162, §2 (new).]
D. The following are defenses to a violation of this subsection.
(1) If a person other than the registered owner is operating the vehicle at the time of the violation of subsection 4 and
is convicted of that violation, the registered owner may not be found in violation of this subsection.
(2) If the registered owner is a lessor of vehicles and at the time of the violation the vehicle was in the possession of
a lessee and the lessor provides the investigation officer with a copy of the lease agreement containing the information required
by section 254, the lessee, not the lessor, may be charged under this subsection.
(3) If the vehicle is operated using a dealer or transporter registration plate and at the time of the violation the vehicle
was operated by any person other than the dealer or transporter and if the dealer or transporter provides the investigating
officer with the name and address of the person who had control over the vehicle at the time of the violation, that person,
not the dealer or transporter, may be charged under this subsection.
(4) If a report that the vehicle was stolen is given to a law enforcement officer or agency before the violation occurs
or within a reasonable time after the violation occurs and an investigation determines the vehicle was stolen, the registered
owner may not be charged under this subsection.
[1997, c. 162, §2 (new).]
[1997, c. 162, §2 (new).]
5. Exercise of privileges. The operator of an authorized emergency vehicle when responding to, but not upon returning from, an emergency call or fire
alarm or when in pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law may exercise the privileges set forth in this subsection.
The operator of an authorized emergency vehicle may:
A. Park or stand, notwithstanding the provisions of this chapter;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Proceed past a red signal, stop signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as necessary for safe operation;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. Exceed the maximum speed limits as long as life or property is not endangered, except that capital security officers and
employees of the Department of Corrections may not exercise this privilege;
[2001, c. 360, §7 (amd).]
D. Disregard regulations governing direction of movement or turning in specified directions; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
E. Proceed with caution past a stopped school bus that has red lights flashing only:
(1) After coming to a complete stop; and
(2) When signaled by the school bus operator to proceed.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Nothing in this subsection prohibits the operator of an authorized emergency vehicle from activating emergency lights for
the limited purpose of warning motorists when entering or exiting structures designed to house the emergency vehicles.
[2003, c. 633, §5 (amd).]
6. Emergency lights and audible signals. The operator of an authorized emergency vehicle who is exercising the privileges granted under subsection 5 shall use an
emergency light authorized by subsection 2. The operator of an authorized emergency vehicle who is exercising the privileges
granted under subsection 5, paragraphs B, C, D and E shall sound a bell or siren when reasonably necessary to warn pedestrians
and other operators of the emergency vehicle's approach.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
7. Duty to drive with due regard for safety. Subsections 4, 5 and 6 do not relieve the operator of an authorized emergency vehicle from the duty to drive with due regard
for the safety of all persons, nor do those subsections protect the operator from the consequences of the operator's reckless
disregard for the safety of others.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
8. Standards for lights on highway maintenance vehicles. The Commissioner of Transportation, with the consent of the Chief of the State Police, shall adopt standards and specifications
for headlights, clearance lights, identification lights and other lights on highway maintenance vehicles. These standards
must include prescribed usage for the various lights when a highway maintenance vehicle is in operation. The standards and
specifications adopted pursuant to this section must correspond to and so far as practical conform with those approved by
the national association of state highway officials. The standards and specifications adopted pursuant to this section are
in addition to and do not supersede the lighting requirements established in subsections 1 to 7 and sections 1904 to 1909.
Highway maintenance vehicles owned by a municipality or performing maintenance under contract to a municipality must meet
the lighting requirements established in subsections 1 to 7 and sections 1904 to 1909. A municipality may adopt the standards
and specifications developed in accordance with this subsection.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
9. Stationary authorized emergency vehicles. The operator of a vehicle passing a stationary authorized emergency vehicle using an emergency light, with due regard to
the safety and traffic conditions, shall:
A. Pass in a lane not adjacent to that of the authorized emergency vehicle, if possible; or
[2001, c. 360, §8 (new).]
B. If passing in a nonadjacent lane is impossible or unsafe, pass the emergency vehicle at a careful and prudent speed reasonable
for passing the authorized emergency vehicle safely.
[2001, c. 360, §8 (new).]
A violation of this subsection is a traffic infraction for which a minimum fine of $250 must be adjudged.
[2003, c. 97, §1 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 22,
§1
(AMD).
PL 1995,
Ch. 65,
§A153,C15
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 65,
§C6
(AMD).
PL 1995,
Ch. 247,
§4
(AMD).
PL 1997,
Ch. 162,
§1,2
(AMD).
PL 1999,
Ch. 29,
§2
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 10,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 360,
§5-8
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 78,
§1,2
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 97,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 209,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 340,
§7
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 451,
§T14
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 510,
§C8,9
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 633,
§4,5
(AMD).
PL 2005,
Ch. 14,
§1-3
(AMD).
PL 2005,
Ch. 15,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2005,
Ch. 183,
§2
(AMD).
PL 2005,
Ch. 299,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2005,
Ch. 314,
§12
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2055. Animals on a public way
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2055. Animals on a public way
1. Riding animals or driving animal-drawn vehicles. A person riding an animal or driving an animal-drawn vehicle on a public way has the rights and is subject to the duties
of a vehicle operator, except those provisions that by their nature have no application.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Unattended animal-drawn vehicle. A person may not allow an animal-drawn vehicle to be on a public way unattended unless the vehicle is reasonably fastened.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Frightened animals. When a person riding, driving or leading an animal that appears to be frightened signals by putting up a hand or by other
visible sign, an operator approaching from the opposite direction must stop as soon as possible and remain stationary as long
as necessary and reasonable to allow the animal to pass.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §34 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
3-A. Passing animals. When traveling in the same direction as an animal on a way, an operator must use reasonable caution in passing the animal.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §35 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
4. Annoyance. An operator may not knowingly operate a motor vehicle in a manner to annoy, startle, harass or frighten an animal being
ridden or driven on or near a public way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Throwing object. An operator or person in a motor vehicle may not throw an object or substance from the vehicle toward an animal being ridden
or driven on or near a public way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q34,35
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2056. Pedestrians
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2056. Pedestrians
1. Pedestrian traffic. When use of a sidewalk next to a public way is practicable, a pedestrian may not walk on that public way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Pedestrian on way. Where sidewalks are not provided, a pedestrian shall walk facing approaching traffic on the left side of the public way
or the way's shoulder when practicable.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Pedestrians on sidewalks. An operator shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian on a sidewalk.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Pedestrians in marked crosswalks. When traffic-control devices are not in operation, an operator must yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing within
a marked crosswalk.
[1999, c. 101, §1 (amd).]
5. Pedestrian crossing. A pedestrian must yield the right-of-way to a vehicle when crossing a way:
A. Other than within a marked crosswalk; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. With an available pedestrian tunnel or overhead pedestrian crossing.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
6. Pedestrian prohibitions. A pedestrian may not:
A. Cross between adjacent intersections at which traffic-control devices operate, except in a marked crosswalk;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Cross an intersection diagonally, unless authorized by official traffic-control devices; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. Suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the path of a vehicle that is so close that it is impossible
for the operator to yield.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
7. When vehicle stopped. When a vehicle is stopped at an intersection or a marked crosswalk to permit a pedestrian to cross, the operator of another
vehicle approaching from the rear may not overtake and pass the stopped vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
8. Due care. Notwithstanding other provisions of this chapter or of a local ordinance, an operator of a vehicle shall:
A. Exercise due care to avoid colliding with a pedestrian;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Give warning by sounding the horn when necessary; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. Exercise proper caution on observing a child or any obviously confused, incapacitated or intoxicated person.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
9. Failure to yield right-of-way to a visually impaired pedestrian. Notwithstanding other provisions of this section, an operator who fails to yield the right-of-way to a visually impaired
pedestrian who is carrying a cane that is predominately white or metallic in color, with or without a red tip, or using a
guide or personal care dog as defined in Title 17, section 1312, commits a traffic infraction. Notwithstanding section 103,
subsection 3, the fine for a violation of this subsection may not be less than $50 nor more than $1,000.
[1999, c. 92, §1 (new).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1999,
Ch. 92,
§1
(AMD).
PL 1999,
Ch. 101,
§1
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2057-A. Preemptive traffic light devices prohibited
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2057-A. Preemptive traffic light devices prohibited
1. Definitions. As used in this section, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.
A. "Lighted traffic control device" means a traffic control device conforming to the requirements of section 2057, subsection
1.
[2003, c. 633, §6 (new).]
B. "Preemptive traffic light device" means a device capable of altering or interrupting the normal cycle of a lighted traffic
control device or equipment associated with the functionality of a lighted traffic control device.
[2003, c. 633, §6 (new).]
[2003, c. 633, §6 (new).]
2. Violation. A person commits a Class E crime if that person possesses a preemptive traffic light device or operates or allows the operation
of a motor vehicle, vehicle, motorized wheelchair, electric personal mobility device, scooter or bicycle equipped with a preemptive
traffic light device.
[2003, c. 633, §6 (new).]
3. Exemptions. This section does not apply to:
A. An authorized emergency vehicle maintained by a municipality, county or state agency or an ambulance or emergency medical
services vehicle as defined in section 2054, subsection 1;
[2003, c. 633, §6 (new).]
B. Transit route buses engaged in the transportation of passengers and maintained by or contracted to a municipal, county or
state agency; or
[2003, c. 633, §6 (new).]
C. A vehicle used by the Department of Transportation for the purpose of installing, maintaining or testing a lighted traffic
control device.
[2003, c. 633, §6 (new).]
[2003, c. 633, §6 (new).]
Section History:
PL 2003,
Ch. 633,
§6
(NEW).
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Title 29-A - §2057. Traffic-control devices
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2057. Traffic-control devices
An operator shall obey a traffic-control device, unless otherwise directed by a law enforcement officer. A traffic-control
device conforming to the requirements for these devices is presumed to comply with this chapter.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
1. Lighted devices. A traffic-control device may emit only the colors green, red and yellow, except for a pedestrian signal carrying a legend.
The lights have the following meanings.
A. A green light:
(1) If circular, means the operator may proceed straight through or turn right or left, unless a sign prohibits either turn;
or
(2) If an arrow, alone or in combination with another indication, means the operator may cautiously enter the intersection
only to make the movement indicated by the arrow or other movement as is permitted by other indications shown at the same
time.
Notwithstanding the light, the operator must yield the right-of-way to a vehicle or pedestrian lawfully within the intersection
or crosswalk.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. A yellow light:
(1) If steady and circular or an arrow, means the operator must take warning that a green light is being terminated or a
red light will be exhibited immediately; or
(2) If showing rapid intermittent flashes, means the operator may proceed only with caution.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. A red light, if steady and circular, means:
(1) The operator must stop and remain stationary until an indication to proceed is shown; or
(2) The operator may cautiously enter the intersection to make a right turn after stopping if:
(a) Not prohibited by an appropriate sign such as "NO RIGHT TURN ON RED"; and
(b) The operator executing a turn yields the right-of-way to pedestrians on a crosswalk and to a vehicle having a green
signal at the intersection.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §36 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
C-1. A red light, if a steady arrow, means the operator may not enter the intersection to make the movement indicated by that
arrow.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §37 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
C-2. A red light, if showing rapid intermittent flashes, means the operator must stop and then proceed as if at a stop sign.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §37 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
D. Red and yellow illuminated together, means the operator may not enter the intersection, as the intersection is reserved
for the exclusive use of pedestrians.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §§36, 37 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. Basis for prohibiting turn. A municipality or the Department of Transportation, in determining whether to prohibit a right turn on a red light, must
consider at least the following factors:
A. The proximity to that light of schools, fire stations, residences or institutions for the blind;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. The number of pedestrians using the intersection; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. The complexity of the intersection.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Lane direction control devices. When lane direction control devices are placed over the individual lanes, an operator may travel in a lane over which a
green signal is shown, but may not enter or travel in a lane over which a red signal is shown.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Located other than at an intersection. If a traffic control device is located at a place other than an intersection, this section is applicable except as to those
provisions that by their nature can have no application.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Pedestrians. Unless otherwise directed by a pedestrian control signal, a pedestrian facing:
A. A green signal, except when the sole green signal is a turn arrow, may proceed across the way within a marked or unmarked
crosswalk;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. A steady circular yellow or yellow arrow signal, may not start to cross the way, as there is insufficient time to cross
before a red indication is shown; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. A steady circular red signal or a steady red arrow, may not enter the way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
6. Pedestrian control devices. When a pedestrian control device exhibiting the words "walk" and "don't walk" is used, it indicates as follows.
A. A pedestrian facing a "walk" signal may proceed across the way in the direction of the signal and must be given the right-of-way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. A pedestrian may not start to cross a way in the direction of a "don't walk" signal, but a pedestrian who has partially
completed crossing may proceed to a sidewalk or safety island.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
7. Stop signs. Unless directed to proceed by a law enforcement officer or traffic control device, an operator of a vehicle approaching
a stop sign shall stop and:
A. Yield the right-of-way to a vehicle that has entered the intersection or that is approaching so closely as to constitute
an immediate hazard; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Having yielded, an operator may proceed. All other operators approaching the intersection shall yield the right-of-way
to the vehicle so proceeding.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
8. Place of stop. A stop must be made before entering the intersecting way as follows:
A. Where the intersection is regulated by a traffic control device, at a sign or marking on the pavement indicating where the
stop is to be made or, in the absence of a sign or marking, at the device; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Where the intersection is regulated by a stop sign, before entering the crosswalk or, in the absence of a cross walk, at
a marked stop line; but if there is no stop line, at a point nearest the intersecting way where the operator has a view of
approaching traffic.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
9. Evidence. The placing of a traffic control device in a position approximately conforming to this chapter is prima facie evidence that
the device has been placed by the official act or direction of lawful authority.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
10. Failure to yield. A person commits a Class E crime if that person operates a vehicle past a yield sign and collides with a vehicle or pedestrian
proceeding on the intersecting way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
11. Avoidance of traffic control device prohibited. An operator may not operate a motor vehicle through a parking area to avoid obeying or conforming to the requirements of
a traffic control device.
[1999, c. 183, §9 (new).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1999,
Ch. 183,
§9
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q36,37
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2058. Through ways
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2058. Through ways
1. Designation. The Department of Transportation may designate a state or state aid highway as a "through way." The Department of Transportation,
after notice, may revoke any such designation. Municipal officers may designate a way under their jurisdiction as a "through
way."
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Signs. A through way designation is not effective until suitable warning signs or signals are erected.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Intersection. For the purpose of this section, a way joining a through way at an angle, whether or not crossing, is deemed to intersect
the through way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Other stop signs. The Department of Transportation or municipal officers may designate an intersection as a stop intersection and erect stop
signs at one or more entrances.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Yield. The Department of Transportation or municipal officers may erect standard signs requiring operators to yield the right-of-way
at certain intersections.
A. Yield signs may be designated where it is expedient to allow traffic to move through or into the intersection at a reasonable
speed for existing conditions of traffic and visibility, yielding the right-of-way to vehicles or pedestrians approaching
from either direction on the intersecting street.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §38 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
B. A vehicle approaching on a through way so as to arrive at an intersection at approximately the same instant as a vehicle
approaching on another way has the right-of-way.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §38 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §38 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
6. Procedure. A through way designation pursuant to this section is exempt from the Maine Administrative Procedure Act.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q38
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2059. One-way road
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2059. One-way road
On a public way posted for one-way traffic, a vehicle may be driven only in the direction designated.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2060. Turning at intersections
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2060. Turning at intersections
An operator intending to turn at an intersection may do so as follows.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
1. Right turns. The operator shall make both the approach and a right turn as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the
way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
1-A. Right turns near bicyclists. A person operating a vehicle that passes a person operating a bicycle and proceeding in the same direction may not make
a right turn at any intersection or into any road or way unless the turn can be made with reasonable safety.
[2001, c. 148, §2 (new).]
2. Left turns on 2-way roadways. At an intersection where traffic is permitted to move in both directions on each way entering the intersection, an approach
for a left turn must be made in that portion of the right half of the way nearest the center line and by passing to the right
of the center line where it enters the intersection. After entering the intersection, an operator must make the left turn
so as to leave the intersection to the right of the center line of the roadway being entered.
When practicable, the left turn must be made in that portion of the intersection to the left of the center of the intersection.
An operator intending to turn to the left must yield the right-of-way to a vehicle approaching from the opposite direction
that is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Left turns on other than two-way roadways. At an intersection where traffic is restricted to one direction on a way, an operator intending to turn left shall approach
the intersection in the extreme left-hand lane lawfully available to traffic moving in the direction of travel of that vehicle.
After entering the intersection, the left turn must be made so as to leave the intersection, as nearly as practicable, in
the left-hand lane lawfully available to traffic moving in that direction on the way being entered.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Markers, buttons or signs for different course. A municipality may cause markers, buttons or signs to be placed within or adjacent to an intersection requiring a different
course to be traveled by a vehicle turning at an intersection. When markers, buttons or signs are so placed, an operator
shall obey them.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §40 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2001,
Ch. 148,
§2
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q39,40
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2061. Riding in trailers
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2061. Riding in trailers
1. Prohibition. A person commits a traffic infraction if that person occupies a camp trailer, mobile home, vehicle being towed by a wrecker
or by a motor vehicle using a tow bar, semitrailer or trailer while it is being moved on a public way.
[1999, c. 183, §10 (amd).]
2. Exceptions. This section does not apply to:
A. An employee in the necessary discharge of duties to an employer;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. A trailer being utilized for farming or agricultural purposes;
[2001, c. 132, §1 (amd).]
C. A trolley trailer, as defined in section 101, subsection 87, when all passengers on the trolley trailer are seated and the
towing machine does not exceed 10 miles per hour; or
[2001, c. 132, §1 (amd).]
D. A person with a disability, as defined in section 521, in a vehicle that requires road service when it is not practical
to transport the person with a disability by any other means.
[2001, c. 132, §2 (new).]
[2001, c. 132, §§1, 2 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1999,
Ch. 183,
§10
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 132,
§1,2
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2062. Motorcycles
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2062. Motorcycles
1. Seating. Seating on a motorcycle is as follows.
A. A person operating a motorcycle may ride only on the permanent and regular seat attached.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. More than 2 persons may not ride on a motorcycle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. The number of passengers in a sidecar attached to a motorcycle may not exceed the number of permanent seats for which the
sidecar has been designed, to a maximum of 2 persons.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. A passenger may only ride on permanent seating with no more than one passenger occupying each seat.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Headlight. When the motorcycle is on a public way, the motorcycle's headlight must be on.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Handlebars. A person may not operate on a public way a motorcycle equipped with handlebars whose handgrips are higher than the shoulder
level of the operator.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Lane use; motorcycles and mopeds. Lane use by motorcycles and mopeds is restricted as follows.
A. An operator of a motorcycle other than a moped may fully use a lane.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §41 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
B. More than 2 motorcycles may not be operated abreast within the same lane.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §41 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
C. A motor vehicle may not be driven in such a manner as to deprive a motorcycle of the full use of a lane.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §41 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
D. A moped may be operated only in single file and as far as practicable to the right side of the way at all times, except
when making a left turn.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §41 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §41 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
5. Passing. A motorcycle operator may not overtake or pass in the lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken, except for passing a
bicycle. This subsection does not apply to a law enforcement officer performing an officer's duties.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
6. Between lines. A person may not operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
7. Raising wheel. A person may not intentionally or knowingly raise the front wheel of a motorcycle off the surface when operating it on a
public way or any place where public traffic may reasonably be anticipated.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
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For the purpose of this section, "motorcycle" includes "motor-driven cycle."
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q41
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2063-A. Electric personal assistive mobility devices
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2063-A. Electric personal assistive mobility devices
1. Limiting use. The department or a municipality with respect to a way under its jurisdiction may prohibit the operation of electric personal
assistive mobility devices. Municipalities may impose limits on the operation of electric personal assistive mobility devices
in accordance with the provisions set forth in Title 30-A, section 3009.
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
2. Operation. Electric personal assistive mobility devices may be operated anywhere pedestrians are permitted to travel, including, but
not limited to, sidewalks, public ways with speed limits of 35 miles per hour or less and bike paths, unless such operation
is prohibited by local ordinance or state or federal law. A person operating an electric personal assistive mobility device
shall at all times yield the right of way to pedestrians. In addition, a person operating an electric personal assistive
mobility device shall give an audible signal before overtaking or passing a pedestrian.
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
3. Riding to the right. Electric personal assistive mobility devices may operate on public ways where the speed limit is 35 miles per hour or less
only where a sidewalk or bike path is unavailable. During operation on a public way, a person operating an electric personal
assistive mobility device shall ride it as far as practicable to the right side of the way, except when making a left turn,
and shall cross public ways using crosswalks where available. This subsection does not apply in a municipality that makes
other provisions for the location of traffic by bicycles, motorized scooters and electric personal assistive mobility devices.
During operation on a public way at nighttime or at other times when motor vehicles are required to display headlights, a
person operating an electric personal assistive mobility device shall wear reflective clothing or a reflective device that
is visible at least 200 feet from the rear or shall employ an equivalent illumination device located on the electric personal
assistive mobility device.
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
4. Speed. On sidewalks, a person operating an electric personal assistive mobility device may not exceed speeds of 5 miles per hour.
On public ways and bike paths, a person operating an electric personal assistive mobility device may not exceed speeds of
15 miles per hour.
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
5. Hitching rides. A person operating an electric personal assistive mobility device may not attach it to a moving vehicle on a way.
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
6. Lights. When in use at nighttime or at other times when motor vehicles are required to display headlights, an electric personal
assistive mobility device must have:
A. A lit front light that emits a white light visible from a distance of at least 200 feet to the front;
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
B. A red reflector to the rear that is visible at least 200 feet to the rear; and
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
C. At least one reflector strip prominently displayed on the device's tires.
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
7. Stopping. An electric personal assistive mobility device must be equipped to enable the operator to stop the device within a reasonable
distance.
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
8. Violations during 183-day trial period. A law enforcement officer may issue a warning to a person who violates this section in the first 183 days following the
effective date of this section. This subsection is repealed 183 days after the effective date of this section.
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
9. Violations. Beginning 183 days after the effective date of this section, a person who violates this section commits a traffic infraction
for which a forfeiture of not more than $10 may be adjudged for the first offense and a forfeiture of not more than $25 may
be adjudged for the 2nd or subsequent offense. In addition to a forfeiture that may be adjudged, a person who commits a 3rd
or subsequent offense may have that person's electric personal mobility assistive device impounded for no more than 30 days.
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
10. Registration. Electric personal assistive mobility devices are not subject to the requirements of chapter 5.
[2001, c. 687, §16 (new).]
Section History:
PL 2001,
Ch. 687,
§16
(NEW).
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Title 29-A - §2063. Bicycles, toy vehicles and scooters
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2063. Bicycles, toy vehicles and scooters
1. Definitions. For the purpose of this section, "bicycle" includes a motorized bicycle or a motorized tricycle, "scooter" includes a motorized
scooter and "toy vehicle" includes, but is not limited to, skateboards, rollerskates, wagons, sleds and coasters.
[2001, c. 667, Pt. C, §17 (rpr).]
2. Riding to the right. A person operating a bicycle or scooter shall ride it as far as practicable to the right side of the way, except when making
a left turn. This subsection does not apply in a municipality that, by ordinance and with the approval of the Department
of Public Safety and the Department of Transportation, makes other provisions for the location of bicycle or scooter traffic.
[2001, c. 667, Pt. C, §17 (rpr).]
2-A. Bicycle riding on shoulder. Notwithstanding subsection 2, a person operating a bicycle may travel on paved shoulders.
[2001, c. 667, Pt. C, §17 (rpr).]
3. Seating. A person operating a bicycle may not ride other than astride a regular and permanently attached seat.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §42 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
3-A. Number of persons. A bicycle may not be used to carry more persons than the number for which it is designed and equipped.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §43 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
4. Hitching rides. A person riding on a bicycle, scooter or toy vehicle may not attach it to a moving vehicle on a way.
[2001, c. 667, Pt. C, §17 (rpr).]
5. Rights and duties. A person riding a bicycle or scooter on a way has the rights and is subject to the duties applicable to the operator of
a vehicle, except as to:
A. Special regulations; and
[2001, c. 667, Pt. C, §17 (rpr).]
B. Provisions in this Title that by their nature can have no application.
[2001, c. 667, Pt. C, §17 (rpr).]
[2001, c. 667, Pt. C, §17 (rpr).]
6. Speed. A motorized bicycle or motorized scooter may not be operated in excess of 20 miles per hour.
[2001, c. 667, Pt. C, §17 (rpr).]
7. Penalties. A person 17 years of age or over who violates this section commits a traffic infraction for which a forfeiture of no more
than $10 may be adjudged.
[2001, c. 667, Pt. C, §17 (rpr).]
8. Impoundment. The chief of police of a municipality, or if there is no chief of police, the chair of the local legislative body, when
satisfied that a juvenile under the age of 17 years has ridden a bicycle or scooter in violation of this section, may impound
the bicycle or scooter for a period not to exceed 5 days for the first offense, 10 days for a 2nd offense and 30 days for
a subsequent offense.
[2001, c. 667, Pt. C, §17 (rpr).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 371,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 148,
§3
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 197,
§6
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 360,
§9
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 667,
§C17
(RPR).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q42,43
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2064. No coasting on grade in neutral
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2064. No coasting on grade in neutral
An operator, when traveling on a downgrade, may not coast with the gears of the vehicle in neutral.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2065. Driving over fire hose
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2065. Driving over fire hose
An operator of a motor vehicle may not drive over an unprotected hose of a fire department laid down on a way for a fire or
alarm without the consent of the police or fire department official in command.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2066. Following too closely
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2066. Following too closely
1. Prohibition. An operator of a vehicle may not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, having due regard for
the speed of the vehicles, the traffic and the condition of the way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Vehicles towing other vehicles. An operator of a vehicle towing another vehicle, when traveling outside of a business or residential district and following
a vehicle towing another vehicle and when conditions permit, shall leave sufficient space so that an overtaking vehicle may
enter the space between the 2 vehicles without danger. This subsection does not prohibit a motor vehicle towing another vehicle
from overtaking and passing another vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Motorcades. Motor vehicles being driven outside of a business or residential district in a caravan or motorcade must be operated as
to allow sufficient space between vehicles so that an overtaking vehicle may enter the space between vehicles without danger.
This subsection does not apply to funeral processions.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Trucks. A truck operator, when traveling outside of a business or residential district, may not follow within 150 feet of another
truck. This subsection does not prohibit one truck overtaking or passing another.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Following fire apparatus; other emergency vehicles. An operator may not follow within 500 feet of fire apparatus traveling in response to a fire alarm or within 150 feet of
any other authorized emergency vehicle as defined in section 2054, subsection 1, paragraph B that is using an emergency light
as defined in section 2054, subsection 1, paragraph D.
[2001, c. 360, §10 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2001,
Ch. 360,
§10
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2067. Lights
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2067. Lights
1. Display of headlights. A vehicle located on a way must be equipped with headlights as described in section 1904. The headlights must be illuminated:
A. During the period 12 hour after sunset to 12 hour before sunrise;
[1997, c. 249, §1 (new).]
B. At any time when, due to insufficient light or unfavorable atmospheric conditions, including, but not limited to, rain,
freezing rain, fog or snow, persons or vehicles on the way are not discernible for a distance of 1,000 feet ahead; and
[1997, c. 249, §1 (new).]
C. At any time when windshield wipers are in constant use.
[1997, c. 249, §1 (new).]
This subsection does not apply to a vehicle that is parked or standing off the main traveled portion of the way.
[1997, c. 249, §1 (rpr).]
2. Dimming. When a vehicle equipped with multiple-beam road lights approaches an oncoming vehicle within 500 feet or follows a vehicle
within 300 feet, the operator shall dim the headlights or switch to a low beam and shall turn off a fog light allowed by section
1909-A, unless the fog light was installed by the vehicle manufacturer at the time the vehicle was originally manufactured.
[2003, c. 340, §8 (amd).]
3. Parking or standing. Unless a municipal ordinance specifically provides otherwise, a vehicle may not be parked or stand on or beside the left-hand
side of a way during the times when lighted lamps are required in a manner that its lights project in the direction of oncoming
traffic.
[2001, c. 360, §11 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1997,
Ch. 115,
§1
(AMD).
PL 1997,
Ch. 249,
§1
(AMD).
PL 1997,
Ch. 653,
§9
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 360,
§11
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 340,
§8
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2068. Parking
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2068. Parking
1. On ways. The following provisions apply to parking on public ways.
A. A person may not park a vehicle, whether attended or unattended, on the traveled portion of a public way outside of a business
or residence district when it is practicable to park off of the way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. A person may not park a vehicle on a public way unless:
(1) A clear and unobstructed width of at least 10 feet is left for free passage of other vehicles on the way; and
(2) An approaching vehicle has a clear view of the way for 300 feet beyond the parked vehicle, before approaching within
200 feet of it.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B-1. A person may not park a vehicle on the following portions of a public way that are included in a limited-access highway:
(1) On a traffic lane, deceleration lane, acceleration lane or on a bridge; or
(2) On the shoulder to the left of the traffic lanes.
[1997, c. 653, §10 (new).]
C. The Department of Transportation may place signs prohibiting or restricting the stopping, standing or parking of vehicles
on a public way or within 10 feet of the traveled portion of a way or on property under its jurisdiction, where stopping,
standing or parking is dangerous to those using the way or would unduly interfere with the free movement of traffic.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §44 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
C-1. An operator may not stop, stand or park a vehicle in violation of the restriction on a sign under paragraph C.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §45 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
D. This subsection does not apply to a vehicle that is:
(1) Disabled to the extent that it is impossible to avoid stopping and temporarily leaving the vehicle; or
(2) Employed in construction, maintenance or repair of pipes and wires of a public utility in, on, along, over, across and
under a public way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §§44, 45 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. Brakes set. An operator may not allow a motor vehicle to stand on a public way and remain unattended without effectively setting its
brakes.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Moving parked vehicle. A person may not move a vehicle that is stopped, standing or parked on a public way until movement can be made with reasonable
safety.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Opening and closing doors. A person may not open the door of a motor vehicle on the side of moving traffic unless opening the door is reasonably safe
to do and can be done without interfering with the movement of traffic.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Open doors. A person may not leave a door of a vehicle open on the side of moving traffic for a period of time longer than necessary
to load or unload passengers.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1997,
Ch. 653,
§10
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q44,45
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2069. Authority to remove an improperly parked vehicle; vehicles used in commission of a crime
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2069. Authority to remove an improperly parked vehicle; vehicles used in commission of a crime
1. Parked in violation. A law enforcement officer or the Department of Transportation may cause the removal of a vehicle or require the operator
to move the vehicle from a location in violation of section 2068, subsection 1 to a location where parking is permitted.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Interfering with snow removal, normal traffic movement. A law enforcement officer may cause the removal to a suitable parking place, at the expense of the registered owner, of
a vehicle interfering with snow removal or the normal movement of traffic or parked within the limits of a right-of-way.
The Department of Transportation may take the same action for a vehicle standing on property under its jurisdiction.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Vehicle used in connection with a crime. A law enforcement officer may cause the removal to a suitable parking place of a vehicle connected with the arrest of the
operator or owner of a vehicle or used in connection with the commission of a crime.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Liability for damages; charges. The State, a political subdivision of the State or a law enforcement officer is not liable for damage that may be caused
by removal of a vehicle or for any towing or storage charges.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Notification Upon removal of a vehicle in accordance with this section, the notification requirements and provisions for payment of towing
and storage costs in chapter 15, subchapter III apply.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2070. Passing another vehicle
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2070. Passing another vehicle
1. Passing on left. An operator of a vehicle passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction must pass to the left at a safe distance
and may not return to the right until safely clear of the passed vehicle. An operator may not overtake another vehicle by
driving off the pavement or main traveled portion of the way.
[1997, c. 653, §11 (amd).]
2. Giving way. Except when passing on the right is permitted, the operator of passed vehicle:
A. Shall give way to the right in favor of the passing vehicle upon audible signal; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. May not increase speed until completely overtaken by the passing vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Visibility. A passing vehicle may be operated to the left of the way's center only when the left side is clearly visible and free of
oncoming traffic for a sufficient distance ahead to permit overtaking to be completed without interfering with the safe operation
of an approaching or passed vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Returning to the right. The passing vehicle must return to the right before coming within 100 feet of an approaching vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Limitation. Except on a one-way road, an operator may not drive to the left side of the way under the following conditions:
A. When approaching the crest of a grade or on a curve where the operator's view is obstructed for a distance as to create
a hazard if another vehicle approached from the opposite direction;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. When approaching within 100 feet of or traversing an intersection or railroad grade crossing, except when turning to the
left to enter an intersecting way;
[2005, c. 141, §1 (amd).]
C. When the view is obstructed within 100 feet of a bridge, viaduct or tunnel;
[2005, c. 141, §1 (amd).]
D. When the single center line highway marking method is used and an unbroken painted line is marked on the way, except in
an emergency; or
[2005, c. 141, §2 (new).]
E. When the double center line highway marking method is used and an unbroken painted line is marked on the way in the operator's
lane, except in an emergency.
[2005, c. 141, §2 (new).]
[2005, c. 141, §§1, 2 (amd).]
6. Passing on the right. An operator may pass a vehicle on the right only under the following conditions:
A. When the vehicle to be passed is making or about to make a left turn;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. On a way with unobstructed pavement not occupied by parked vehicles and of sufficient width for 2 or more lines of traffic
in each direction; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. On a way on which traffic is restricted to one direction, when the roadway is free from obstructions and of sufficient width
for 2 or more lines of traffic.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
An operator may pass on the right only under conditions permitting that movement in safety. An operator may not overtake
by driving off the pavement or main traveled portion of the way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
7. Evidence. The placing on a roadway of highway markings conforming to this chapter is prima facie evidence that the markings have been
placed by the official act or direction of lawful authority.
[2005, c. 141, §3 (new).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1997,
Ch. 653,
§11
(AMD).
PL 2005,
Ch. 141,
§1-3
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2071. Turning and signals
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2071. Turning and signals
1. Prohibition. An operator may not turn a vehicle or move right or left on a public way unless the movement can be made with reasonable
safety.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Turn signal. An operator must give a turn signal as follows.
A. An operator may not turn a vehicle without giving an appropriate signal if other traffic may be affected by that movement.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §46 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
B. A turn signal must be given continuously during at least the last 100 feet traveled before turning.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §46 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §46 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
3. Stop signal. An operator may not stop or suddenly decrease a vehicle's speed without first giving an appropriate signal to the operator
of a vehicle immediately to the rear.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Types of signals. A stop or turn signal must be given by the hand and arm, a signal light or mechanical signal device.
A. When a vehicle is constructed or loaded so that a hand and arm signal is not visible to the front and rear, then signals
must be given by a light or device.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §46 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
B. A light signal must emit a white or amber light to the front and a red or amber light to the rear for turn signals and red
to the rear for stop signals.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §46 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §46 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
5. Hand signals. Signals by hand and arm must be given by the left arm from the left side of a vehicle in the following manner:
A. To indicate a left turn, the hand and arm must be extended horizontally;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. To indicate a right turn, the hand and arm must be extended upward, except that a person who is operating a bicycle is not
in violation of this subsection if the person signals a right turn by extending the person's right hand and arm horizontally;
and
[1995, c. 371, §2 (amd).]
C. To indicate a stop or a decrease in speed, the hand and arm must be extended downward.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
A person operating a bicycle may return the hand used to signal a turn to the handlebars during the turn to maintain proper
control of the bicycle.
[2001, c. 148, §4 (amd).]
6. Fire departments exempted. This section does not apply to vehicles operated by organized fire departments.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 371,
§2
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 148,
§4
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q46
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2072. U-turns
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2072. U-turns
An operator may not turn a vehicle to proceed in the opposite direction on a curve or on the approach to or near the crest
of a grade, where the vehicle can not be seen by the operator of another vehicle approaching in either direction within 500
feet.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2073. Authority to regulate speeds
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2073. Authority to regulate speeds
1. Authority to regulate. Except as provided in section 2075, subsection 2 and notwithstanding section 2074, subsection 1, the Commissioner of Transportation,
with the approval of the Chief of the State Police, may:
A. Restrict the maximum rate of speed on a public way where a speed limit will minimize the danger of accident, promote the
free flow of traffic, conserve motor fuel or respond to changes in federal laws;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Increase the maximum rate of speed on a public way where higher speeds are warranted to promote the normal and reasonable
movement of traffic; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. Make an adjustment of maximum rates of speed. An adjustment under this paragraph is exempt from the provisions of the Maine
Administrative Procedure Act.
The commissioner may not set maximums that exceed 60 miles per hour or, on the interstate system or other divided controlled-access
highways, 65 miles per hour.
The commissioner may not set maximums for the Maine Turnpike.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Municipal request. If a municipal request to the Department of Transportation to change a speed limit is denied, the department shall inform
the municipality in writing of the reasons for that denial and shall offer to meet with the municipal officials in that municipality
to review those reasons. The municipality may request the department to hold a public hearing within the municipality to
provide the department with the views of the public on the requested speed limit change. The department shall:
A. Hold the hearing within 30 days of the request; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Inform the municipality of a final decision on the requested speed limit change within 30 days after the hearing.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1999, c. 160, §1 (amd).]
3. Prohibition. A person may not operate a vehicle in excess of maximum speeds fixed pursuant to this section, as long as notice of changes
in speed limits has been given by signs erected by the Department of Transportation.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Other ways. The Department of Transportation is not required to erect speed signs on a town way, unimproved state aid highway or on
a way constructed to interstate standards.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
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Notwithstanding the provisions of Private and Special Law 1865, chapter 532, section 8-A, speed limits within the limits of
the property owned by or under the control of the University of Maine System must be established by the Department of Transportation
and the Maine State Police as provided in this section. The speed limits must be posted by the University of Maine System
in accordance with written directions or policies of the Department of Transportation.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1999,
Ch. 160,
§1
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2074. Rates of speed
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2074. Rates of speed
An operator shall operate a vehicle at a careful and prudent speed not greater than is reasonable and proper having due regard
to the traffic, surface and width of the way and of other conditions then existing.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
1. Rates of speed. Except when conditions or other regulations require a lower speed, the following are maximum rates of speed:
A. Fifteen miles per hour when traveling in a school zone:
(1) During recess;
(2) When children are going to or leaving school during school opening or closing hours. For purposes of this paragraph,
school opening and closing hours are 12 hour before and 12 hour after the beginning of the school day and 12 hour before
and 12 hour after the end of the school day;
(3) When school speed limit signs are flashing during school opening or closing hours; or
(4) At other times designated by a municipal traffic ordinance that regulates town ways that are classified as local by
the Department of Transportation in accordance with the federal functional classification system.
[2001, c. 145, §3 (rpr).]
B. Fifteen miles per hour when approaching within 50 feet and in traversing an intersection when the operator's view is obstructed
except when preference is given to through movement of traffic in one direction by "stop" signs or other traffic control devices
or by direction of a law enforcement officer. An operator's view is considered obstructed when at any time during the last
50 feet of an approach to an intersection there is not a clear and uninterrupted view of the intersection and of the traffic
on all ways entering the intersection for a distance of 200 feet from it;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. Twenty-five miles per hour in a business or residential district or built-up portion unless otherwise posted;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. Forty-five miles per hour on all other public ways unless otherwise posted;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
E. On ways with a higher maximum speed limit, 45 miles per hour for a school bus transporting pupils to and from school. At
all other times, a school bus may not exceed 55 miles per hour; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
F. On ways with a higher maximum speed limit when lights are required, 35 miles per hour for a motor-driven cycle, unless it
is equipped with a headlight adequate to reveal a person 300 feet ahead of it.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[2001, c. 145, §3 (amd).]
2. Compact areas. The compact or built-up portion of a municipality is the territory contiguous to a way that is built up with structures
situated less than 150 feet apart for a distance of at least 14 of a mile. Municipal officers may designate a compact or
built-up portion by appropriate signs.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Criminal offense. A person commits a Class E crime if that person operates a motor vehicle at a speed that exceeds the maximum rate of speed
by 30 miles per hour or more.
The complaint for a violation of a speed limit must specify the speed at which the defendant is alleged to have operated a
motor vehicle.
[1995, c. 584, Pt. B, §8 (amd).]
3-A. Minimum fine. A person who operates a motor vehicle on the Maine Turnpike or the Interstate Highway System at a speed that exceeds the
posted speed of 65 miles per hour by less than 30 miles per hour commits a traffic infraction punishable by a fine of not
less than $50.
[1995, c. 584, Pt. B, §9 (new).]
3-B. Fine doubled. The penalty for a violation of subsection 1, paragraph A is twice the amount of the fine designated in accordance with Title
4, section 164, subsection 12 for a speeding violation under section 2073 involving a similar excessive rate of speed.
[1999, c. 308, §1 (new).]
4. Exception. This section does not apply to the operation of a vehicle:
A. In racing events and exhibitions at which the public does not have access to the operating area; or
[1995, c. 65, Pt. A, §106 (new); §153 (aff); Pt. C, §15 (aff).]
B. On private land to which the public does not have access when used by or with authorization of the landowner.
[1995, c. 65, Pt. A, §106 (new); §153 (aff); Pt. C, §15 (aff).]
[1995, c. 65, Pt. A, §106 (new); §153 (aff); Pt. C, §15 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 65,
§A106
(AMD).
PL 1995,
Ch. 65,
§A153,C15
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 584,
§B8,9
(AMD).
PL 1999,
Ch. 308,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 145,
§3
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2075. Other speed regulations
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2075. Other speed regulations
1. Operation impeding movement of traffic. A person may not operate a motor vehicle at such a slow speed as to impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic,
except when reduced speed is necessary for safe operation of the motor vehicle or in compliance with law.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §47 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
1-A. Minimum speed limit. When the Department of Transportation determines, on the basis of an engineering and traffic investigation, that slow speeds
on a public way consistently impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic, the Commissioner of Transportation, with
the approval of the Chief of the Maine State Police, may establish a minimum speed limit.
A person may not operate a vehicle below a posted minimum speed limit, except when necessary for safe operation.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §48 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. Public ways under construction. The Commissioner of Transportation may restrict the speed limit on a public way under construction or during maintenance
and the Executive Director of the Maine Turnpike Authority may restrict the speed limit on any portion of the turnpike under
construction or during maintenance when a lower rate of speed would minimize the danger of accident. A person may not operate
a motor vehicle in excess of these speeds, as long as notice of the maximum speed has been given by standard black and white
speed limit signs on the way. Signs erected pursuant to this subsection must be covered or removed during hours when the
speed limit is not restricted.
The penalty for a violation of this subsection is a fine equal to twice the amount of the fine designated in accordance with
Title 4, section 164, subsection 12 for a similar speeding violation under section 2073.
[1995, c. 151, §1 (amd).]
3. Municipal authority. Except as provided in this subsection, a municipality may not alter a speed limit or enact or enforce a regulation contrary
to this Title. A municipality may:
A. Regulate traffic by means of signal devices or other appropriate methods on a way on which traffic is heavy or continuous;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Limit traffic to one-way traffic on a way, subject to Title 23, section 1351;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. Regulate speed of vehicles in public parks by erecting at all entrances to the park adequate signs giving notice of the
special speed regulations;
[2001, c. 313, §1 (amd).]
D. With the approval of the Department of Transportation and the Chief of the State Police, increase or decrease the speed
limit on through ways by erecting standard signs giving notice of the speed limit in accordance with the latest edition of
the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices published by the Federal Highway Administration;
[2003, c. 92, §2 (amd).]
E. Subject to the provisions of this paragraph, if it is a qualifying municipality, set speed limits on qualifying roads.
As used in this paragraph, "qualifying municipality" means a municipality that has a population of 2,500 or more as measured
by the latest decennial United States census or that employs a professional engineer licensed in this State. As used in this
paragraph, "qualifying road" means a town way that is classified as local by the Department of Transportation in accordance
with the federal functional classification system.
If a qualifying municipality decides to set speed limits in accordance with this paragraph, the municipality shall provide
written notice of that determination to the Commissioner of Transportation and shall set speed limits for all qualifying roads
in that municipality.
Unless otherwise approved as provided in paragraph D, speed limits set by a municipality must be in 5-mile-per-hour increments
within the following ranges:
(1) From 20 to 25 miles per hour, inclusive, regarding roads in a business or residential district or a compact area, except
that the lower limit may be set at 15 miles per hour on roads on islands not accessible by road or dead end roads less than
14 mile in length; and
(2) From 30 to 50 miles per hour, inclusive, regarding roads in all other areas.
Prior to establishing a speed limit, the municipality must perform a traffic investigation that reviews the factors identified
in the applicable sections of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. The municipal officers shall validate that speed
limit in accordance with the procedure for establishing municipal traffic ordinances set forth in Title 30-A, section 3009,
post standard speed limit signs in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and provide written notice
of that speed limit zone to the Commissioner of Transportation on forms approved by the Department of Transportation.
The Department of Transportation may require a municipality with a population of 5,000 or more as measured by the latest decennial
United States census that has not provided written notice to the department that the municipality will set speed limits in
accordance with this paragraph to provide the department with all data necessary to set such speed limits. The nature, extent
and form of that data must be acceptable to the department and may include, without limitation, the reason for the request,
length and location of the proposed speed zone, road width, number of driveways in that zone, traffic volume, posted speed,
prevailing speed as measured by radar, accident history and speed enforcement efforts; and
[2003, c. 92, §3 (amd).]
F. With the approval of the Department of Transportation and the Chief of the State Police, and in accordance with the latest
edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices published by the Federal Highway Administration, designate a school
zone to which the speed limits in section 2074, subsection 1, paragraph A apply.
[2003, c. 92, §4 (new).]
[2003, c. 92, §§2-4 (amd).]
4. Speed measurement. The results of a measurement of the following instruments must be accepted as prima facie evidence of the speed of a motor
vehicle in a criminal or traffic infraction proceeding:
A. Radar;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. An electronic device that measures speed by radiomicrowaves, laser or otherwise; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. A device that measures, in any sequence, a selected distance traversed by a motor vehicle operated by the law enforcement
officer and the time required by another motor vehicle to traverse that same distance, and computes therefrom the average
speed of the other vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Signs. The presence of signs is prima facie evidence that those signs were erected, that they provide the notice required and that
the speeds indicated were fixed in accordance with this chapter.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 151,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 313,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 92,
§2-4
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q47,48
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2076. Railroad or grade crossings
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2076. Railroad or grade crossings
1. Reduction of speed at crossing. An operator of a motor vehicle passing a sign provided for in Title 23, sections 1251 and 1252 shall, at a distance of 100
feet from the nearest rail of the crossing reduce the vehicle speed to a reasonable and proper rate, observe in each direction
and proceed cautiously over the crossing.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Warning devices. When a crossing is protected by gates that are lowered or being lowered, or a flagger or automatic signal is indicating
that a train is approaching, an operator shall bring a vehicle to a full stop at a distance of not less than 10 feet from
the nearest rail of the crossing.
A vehicle may proceed across the track when the gates have been raised, the flagger indicates that no train is approaching,
or if there is an automatic signal, the operator has ascertained that no train is approaching. An operator proceeding by
an automatic signal shall use extra caution.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Required stops. A person operating any of the following vehicles shall stop the vehicle at a grade crossing between 50 feet and 15 feet
from the nearest rail, listen, look in each direction along the tracks for an approaching train and ascertain that no train
is approaching:
A. A bus transporting passengers;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. A motor vehicle transporting any quantity of chlorine;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. A motor vehicle that, in accordance with 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 172, Subpart F, is required to be marked or
placarded;
[1995, c. 247, §5 (amd).]
D. A cargo tank vehicle, whether loaded or empty, used to transport:
(1) A hazardous material as defined in 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 170 to 189; or
(2) A commodity under special permit in accordance with the provisions of the Code of Federal Regulations; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
E. A cargo tank vehicle transporting a commodity that at the time of loading has a temperature above its flash point as determined
by 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 173.115.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §49 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
3-A. Yield at grade crossing. The operator of any of the vehicles listed in subsection 3 shall yield at a grade crossing to an approaching train.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §50 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
4. Exceptions. An operator is not required to stop under this section:
A. At a streetcar crossing or railroad tracks used exclusively for industrial switching purposes, within a business district;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. When a law enforcement officer or crossing flagger directs traffic to proceed;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. At an abandoned crossing that is marked with a sign indicating that the rail line is abandoned; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. At an industrial or spur line railroad grade crossing marked with a sign reading "exempt." An "exempt" sign must be erected
by or with the consent of the Department of Transportation.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Penalty. The following penalties apply to violations of this section.
A. An operator failing to comply with the requirements of subsection 1 or 2 commits a traffic infraction.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §51 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
B. An operator who fails to comply with subsection 3 commits a Class E crime, which is a strict liability crime as defined
in Title 17-A, section 34, subsection 4-A.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §51 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
C. An operator commits a Class D crime if that operator is required to stop under subsection 3 and fails to stop for or yield
the right-of-way to a train, engine or conveyance on the track. This crime is a strict liability crime as defined in Title
17-A, section 34, subsection 4-A.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §51 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §51 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
6. Abandoned or exempt crossings. The department may exempt a crossing after providing written notice within 30 days to the railroad and municipality in which
the crossing is located or, after hearing, if requested within 30 days either by the railroad, municipality or 10 or more
residents of the State. For each exempt crossing, the department may order and impose safety provisions as it determines
expedient or necessary. For any exempt crossing that does not have automatic warning devices, the engineer shall stop the
train prior to entering the crossing, and a member of the train crew shall stop all motor vehicle traffic prior to flagging
the train through the crossing. For an exempt crossing with automatic warning devices, the engineer shall stop the train
prior to entering the crossing and determine that all motor vehicle traffic has come to a stop prior to proceeding. Any exempt
crossing must be posted with appropriate signs, which must be erected and maintained by the department.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 247,
§5
(AMD).
PL 1999,
Ch. 771,
§C14
(AMD).
PL 1999,
Ch. 771,
§D1,2
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q49-51
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2077. Working on ways
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2077. Working on ways
Sections 2051, 2053, 2055, 2056, 2066, 2068 and 2076 do not apply to a person, team, motor vehicle and other equipment actually
engaged in work on the surface of a public way, but does apply to such a person and vehicle when traveling to or from such
work.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2078. Emergency rule
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2078. Emergency rule
For public safety or convenience, during a fire, accident, emergency or special event, a law enforcement officer may temporarily
close a way to vehicular traffic or to vehicles of a certain description, or divert pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
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An operator or pedestrian commits a Class E crime if that operator or pedestrian refuses to follow the directions for the
movement of vehicles or pedestrians on request or signal of a law enforcement officer.
[1999, c. 183, §11 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1999,
Ch. 183,
§11
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2079-A. Excessive sound system noise
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2079-A. Excessive sound system noise
1. Prohibition. A person may not operate a sound system in a vehicle on a public way at a volume that is audible at a distance of greater
than 25 feet and that exceeds 85 decibels or that is greater than is reasonable with due regard to the location of the vehicle
and the effect on persons in proximity to the vehicle. It is a prima facie violation of this section if the vehicle is located
near buildings and the buildings or windows in the buildings are shaken or rattled by the sound of the sound system.
[2001, c. 73, §1 (new).]
2. Penalty. Violation of subsection 1 is a traffic infraction for which the following forfeitures must be assessed:
A. For a first offense, $50;
[2001, c. 73, §1 (new).]
B. For a 2nd offense, $100; and
[2001, c. 73, §1 (new).]
C. For a 3rd or subsequent offense, $150.
[2001, c. 73, §1 (new).]
[2001, c. 73, §1 (new).]
Section History:
PL 2001,
Ch. 73,
§1
(NEW).
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Title 29-A - §2079. Unnecessary noise
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2079. Unnecessary noise
Braking or acceleration may not be unnecessarily made so as to cause a harsh and objectional noise.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2080. Operation of all-terrain vehicles
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2080. Operation of all-terrain vehicles
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, whenever an all-terrain vehicle is operated on a way, it is subject to all provisions
of this Title, except chapters 5, 7, 13 and 15. Whenever an all-terrain vehicle is operated on a way, the operator is not
subject to the provisions of chapter 11, except when the all-terrain vehicle is registered for highway use.
[1995, c. 584, Pt. B, §10 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 584,
§B10
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2081. Use of safety seat belts
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2081. Use of safety seat belts
1. Definitions. As used in this section, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.
A. "Child safety seat" means a child safety seat that meets the standards described in the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
[2001, c. 585, §1 (new); §6 (aff).]
B. "Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards" means the standards described in 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 571, in
effect on January 1, 1981, as subsequently amended.
[2001, c. 585, §1 (new); §6 (aff).]
C. "Federally approved child restraint system" means a child safety restraint that is intended to be used as crash protection
in vehicles and that meets the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
[2003, c. 380, §1 (amd); §5 (aff).]
[2003, c. 380, §1 (amd); §5 (aff).]
2. Children under 40 pounds. When a child who weighs less than 40 pounds is being transported in a motor vehicle that is required by the United States
Department of Transportation to be equipped with safety seat belts, the operator must have the child properly secured in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions in a child safety seat. Violation of this subsection is a traffic infraction for which
a fine of $50 for the first offense, $125 for the 2nd offense and $250 for the 3rd and subsequent offenses must be imposed.
A fine imposed under this subsection may not be suspended by the court.
[2005, c. 12, Pt. AAA, §1 (amd).]
3. Passengers less than 18 years of age. Except as provided in subsection 2, the following provisions apply to passengers less than 18 years of age riding in a vehicle
that is required by the United States Department of Transportation to be equipped with seat belts. Violation of this subsection
is a traffic infraction for which a fine of $50 for the first offense, $125 for the 2nd offense and $250 for the 3rd and subsequent
offenses must be imposed. A fine imposed under this subsection may not be suspended by the court.
A. The operator shall ensure that a child who weighs at least 40 pounds but less than 80 pounds and who is less than 8 years
of age is properly secured in a federally approved child restraint system. Nonprofit, municipal or contracted transportation
service providers are exempt from this paragraph until February 1, 2005, except that the operator shall ensure that the child
is properly secured in a seat belt.
[2003, c. 380, §2 (amd); §5 (aff).]
B. The operator shall ensure that a child who is less than 18 years of age and at least 8 years of age or who is less than
18 years of age and more than 4 feet, 7 inches in height is properly secured in a seat belt.
[2003, c. 380, §3 (amd); §5 (aff).]
C. The operator shall ensure that a child who is less than 12 years of age and who weighs less than 100 pounds is properly secured
in the rear seat of a vehicle, if possible.
[2001, c. 585, §3 (new); §6 (aff).]
[2005, c. 12, Pt. AAA, §2 (amd).]
3-A. Other passengers 18 years of age and older; operators. When a person 18 years of age or older is a passenger in a vehicle that is required by the United States Department of Transportation
to be equipped with seat belts, the passenger must be properly secured in a seat belt. Each such passenger is responsible
for wearing a seat belt as required by this subsection, and a passenger that fails to wear a seat belt as required by this
subsection is subject to the enforcement provisions of subsection 4. The operator of a vehicle that is required by the United
States Department of Transportation to be equipped with seat belts must be secured in the operator's seat belt. Violation
of this subsection is a traffic infraction for which a fine of $50 for the first offense, $125 for the 2nd offense and $250
for the 3rd and subsequent offenses must be imposed. A fine imposed under this subsection may not be suspended by the court.
[2005, c. 12, Pt. AAA, §3 (amd).]
4. Enforcement. The following provisions apply to subsections 2, 3 and 3-A.
A. Unless the vehicle is operated by a person under 21 years of age, the requirements do not apply to a passenger over one
year of age when the number of passengers exceeds the vehicle seating capacity and all of the seat belts are in use.
[1997, c. 737, §7 (amd).]
A-1. The requirements of subsection 3-A do not apply to a driver or passenger who has a medical condition that, in the opinion
of a physician, warrants an exemption from the requirements of subsection 3-A and that medical condition and opinion are documented
by a certificate from that physician. That certificate is valid for 5 years.
[1995, c. 432, §3 (new); §4 (aff).]
B.
[2005, c. 12, Pt. AAA, §4 (rp).]
C.
[2005, c. 12, Pt. AAA, §5 (rp).]
D.
[2005, c. 12, Pt. AAA, §6 (rp).]
E. Subsection 3-A may be enforced only if a law enforcement officer has detained the operator of a motor vehicle for a suspected
violation of another law.
[1997, c. 450, §3 (amd); §5 (aff).]
[2005, c. 12, Pt. AAA, §§4-6 (amd).]
5. Evidence. In an accident involving a motor vehicle, the nonuse of seat belts by the operator or passengers or the failure to secure
a child is not admissible in evidence in a civil or criminal trial, except in a trial for violation of this section.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
6. Exceptions. Notwithstanding subsection 3-A:
A. A rural mail carrier of the United States Postal Service is not required to be secured in a seat belt while engaged in the
delivery of mail; and
[1995, c. 597, §4 (new).]
B. The operator of a taxicab or a limousine is not responsible for securing in a seat belt a passenger transported for a fee.
[1997, c. 450, §4 (amd).]
[1997, c. 450, §4 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 65,
§A107
(AMD).
PL 1995,
Ch. 65,
§A153,C15
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 432,
§1-3
(AMD).
PL 1995,
Ch. 432,
§4
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 597,
§1-4
(AMD).
PL 1997,
Ch. 450,
§1-4
(AMD).
PL 1997,
Ch. 737,
§7
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 585,
§1-5
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 585,
§6
(AFF).
PL 2001,
Ch. 710,
§15
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 710,
§16
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 380,
§1-4
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 380,
§5
(AFF).
PL 2005,
Ch. 12,
§AAA1-6
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2082. Windows
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2082. Windows
1. Obstructions. A person may not operate a vehicle with a sign, poster, opaque or semitransparent material or substance on the front windshield,
side wing or side or rear window that obstructs the operator's clear view of the way or an intersecting way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Objects. A person may not operate a motor vehicle with an object placed or hung in or on the vehicle, other than the required or
provided equipment of the vehicle, in a manner that obstructs or interferes with the view of the operator through the windshield
or prevents the operator from having a clear and full view of the road and conditions of traffic.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Parking or identification stickers. A motor vehicle may display no more than one sticker on its windshield for parking or entry identification.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Location of inspection stickers. No portion of a sticker other than an inspection sticker may be more than 4 inches from the bottom edge of the windshield.
If the inspection sticker is located in the lower left hand corner of the windshield, the other sticker must be located to
the right of it.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Exception. A motor vehicle of the Maine Emergency Management Agency or used to perform public services of an emergency nature may be
identified by a windshield sticker bearing the name or service emblem of the agency authorized to act.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
6. Interference with operation. A person may not operate a vehicle when the vehicle is loaded, or there are more than 3 persons in the front seat and the
load or persons obstruct the view of the operator to the front or sides or interfere with the operator's control over the
driving mechanism of the vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
7. Placement of stickers on illegally parked vehicles. A person may not place a sticker or other device on the windshield of a motor vehicle parked in a manner that allegedly
constitutes trespass by motor vehicle, as defined in Title 17-A, section 404, if the sticker or other device would obstruct
the driver's forward view. A person who places a sticker in violation of this subsection commits a civil violation for which
a forfeiture not to exceed $50 may be adjudged. This subsection does not apply to law enforcement officers engaged in the
performance of official duties.
[1995, c. 65, Pt. A, §108 (amd); §153 (aff); Pt. C, §15 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 65,
§A108
(AMD).
PL 1995,
Ch. 65,
§A153,C15
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2083. Protective headgear
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2083. Protective headgear
1. Requirement. The following persons must wear protective headgear:
A. If under 15 years of age, a passenger on a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle or an attached side car;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. If under 15 years of age, an operator of an off-road motorcycle or motor-driven cycle;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. An operator of a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle, operating under a learner's permit or within one year of successfully
completing a driving test; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. A passenger of an operator required to wear headgear.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Compliance. An operator of a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle, parent or guardian may not allow a passenger under the age of 15 years
to ride in violation of this section.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Standard. Protective headgear must conform with minimum standards of construction and performance as prescribed by the American National
Standards Institute specifications Z 90.1 or by the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Public program. In furtherance of reasonable protective public policy, the Department of Public Safety, Bureau of Safety must develop and
implement a public information and education program designed to encourage helmet utilization by all motorcycle, motor-driven
cycle and moped riders.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Violation. Violation of this section is a traffic infraction.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2084. Bicycles and scooters
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2084. Bicycles and scooters
1. Night equipment. A bicycle, scooter or motorized bicycle or tricycle, when in use in the nighttime, must have:
A. Lighted a front light that emits a white light visible from a distance of at least 200 feet to the front;
[2003, c. 510, Pt. A, §25 (rpr).]
B. A red or amber light or reflector to the rear that is visible at least 200 feet to the rear; and
[2003, c. 510, Pt. A, §25 (rpr).]
C. Reflector material on the pedals, unless the bicyclist is wearing reflective material on the feet or ankles.
[2003, c. 510, Pt. A, §25 (rpr).]
A bicyclist may also use optional supplementary reflectors, lights or reflective or lighted safety equipment.
[2003, c. 510, Pt. A, §25 (rpr).]
2. Brakes. A bicycle, scooter or motorized bicycle or tricycle must be equipped with a brake sufficient to enable the operator to stop
the vehicle or device within a reasonable distance.
[2001, c. 360, §12 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2001,
Ch. 148,
§5
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 360,
§12
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 440,
§L1
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 510,
§A25
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2085. Designated no-passing zones in residential areas
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2085. Designated no-passing zones in residential areas
A municipality may request the department to designate a segment of a state or state aid highway in that municipality as a
no-passing zone if the highway is outside the compact area of an urban compact municipality, as defined in Title 23, section
754. Such a request must be in writing to the commissioner and may be made only with the approval of the municipality's legislative
body. A request is limited to segments of 2-lane ways in primarily residential areas and must be accompanied by a map showing
the location of the proposed no-passing zone or zones and a written explanation of the need for such a zone in each location.
The commissioner shall approve such a request unless the commissioner determines that granting such a request will unreasonably
restrict the efficient flow of traffic or result in a threat to public safety in that location. The commissioner shall notify
the municipality in writing of the commissioner's decision within 30 days of receiving the written request from the municipality.
If a request is denied, the notification must state the specific reasons for the denial. A municipality whose request is
denied may request the department to hold a public hearing within that municipality for the purpose of receiving public input
on the requested change. The department shall hold the hearing within 30 days after a request is made and must inform the
municipality of its final decision within 30 days after the hearing is held.
[1999, c. 753, §5 (amd).]
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As soon as practicable after approving a municipal request, the department shall ensure that double, solid, yellow center
lines are painted along the entire length of the no-passing zone and that the zone is posted as a no-passing zone, at a minimum,
in each direction at the start and end of the zone. The municipality may request additional posting along the length of the
zone and shall reimburse the department for the costs of all posting.
[1999, c. 171, §1 (new).]
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A no-passing zone is not enforceable until the painting and posting required by this section is completed. A motor vehicle
operator who passes another motor vehicle traveling in the same direction in a no-passing zone commits a traffic infraction.
[1999, c. 171, §1 (new).]
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Nothing in this section limits the enforceability of signs installed under section 2051.
[1999, c. 171, §1 (new).]
p align="center">29-A §02085
p align="center">Riding in trunk prohibited
p align="center">(As enacted by PL 1999, c. 183, §12 is REALLOCATED TO TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2086)
p align="center">29-A §02085
p align="center">Transporting dogs in open vehicle regulated
p align="center">(As enacted by PL 1999, c. 254, §26 is REALLOCATED TO TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2087)
p align="center">29-A §02085
p align="center">Passengers restricted to passenger
p align="center">compartment of pickup truck
p align="center">(As enacted by PL 1999, c. 311, §1 is REALLOCATED TO TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2088)
Section History:
PL 1999,
Ch. 171,
§1
(NEW).
PL 1999,
Ch. 183,
§12
(NEW).
PL 1999,
Ch. 254,
§26
(NEW).
PL 1999,
Ch. 311,
§1
(NEW).
PL 1999,
Ch. 753,
§5
(AMD).
RR 1999,
Ch. 1,
§39-41
(RAL).
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Title 29-A - §2086. Riding in trunk prohibited (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2085)
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2086. Riding in trunk prohibited (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2085)
A person may not ride in or occupy the trunk of a vehicle while the vehicle is in motion on a public way.
[RR 1999, c. 1, §39 (ral).]
Section History:
RR 1999,
Ch. 1,
§39
(RAL).
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Title 29-A - §2087. Transporting dogs in open vehicle regulated (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2085)
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2087. Transporting dogs in open vehicle regulated (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2085)
Transporting dogs in an open vehicle is governed by this section.
[RR 1999, c. 1, §40 (ral).]
1. Definition. For the purposes of this section, "open vehicle" means a motor vehicle with a portion of the vehicle not enclosed by a top
and windows or sides. "Open vehicle" includes, but is not limited to, pickup trucks and convertibles.
[RR 1999, c. 1, §40 (ral).]
2. Restrictions. A person driving an open vehicle may not transport a dog in the open portion of that vehicle on a public way unless the
dog is protected in a manner that prevents the dog from falling or jumping or being thrown from the vehicle.
[RR 1999, c. 1, §40 (ral).]
3. Exceptions. Notwithstanding subsection 2, this section does not apply to:
A. A dog being transported by a farmer or a farm employee who is engaged in agricultural activities requiring the services
of a dog; or
[RR 1999, c. 1, §40 (ral).]
B. A hunting dog at a hunting site or being transported between hunting sites by a licensed hunter who is in possession of
all applicable licenses and permits for the species being pursued during the legal season for that activity.
[RR 1999, c. 1, §40 (ral).]
[RR 1999, c. 1, §40 (ral).]
Section History:
RR 1999,
Ch. 1,
§40
(RAL).
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Title 29-A - §2088. Passengers restricted to passenger compartment of pickup truck (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2085)
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2088. Passengers restricted to passenger compartment of pickup truck (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2085)
1. Passengers under 19 years of age. When a passenger under 19 years of age is transported in a pickup truck, that passenger must ride in the passenger compartment
of the pickup truck.
[RR 1999, c. 1, §41 (ral).]
2. Exceptions. Subsection 1 does not apply to the following:
A. Workers or trainees, including agricultural workers or trainees, engaged in the necessary discharge of their duties or training
or being transported between work or training locations;
[RR 1999, c. 1, §41 (ral).]
B. Licensed hunters being transported to or from a hunting location, as long as those persons are in compliance with all laws
pertaining to possession and transportation of firearms in a motor vehicle;
[RR 1999, c. 1, §41 (ral).]
C. Participants in parades;
[2001, c. 360, §13 (amd).]
D. A passenger secured by a seat belt in a manufacturer-installed seat located outside the passenger compartment; or
[2001, c. 360, §13 (amd).]
E. Campers and hikers being transported in Baxter State Park.
[2001, c. 360, §14 (new).]
[2001, c. 360, §§13, 14 (amd).]
Section History:
RR 1999,
Ch. 1,
§41
(RAL).
PL 2001,
Ch. 360,
§13,14
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §2089. Operation of low-speed vehicles
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2089. Operation of low-speed vehicles
A person operating a low-speed vehicle on a public way shall comply with the provisions of this chapter as they apply to the
operator of an automobile and with this section.
[2003, c. 397, §10 (new).]
1. License required. A person operating a low-speed vehicle must possess a valid Class A, Class B or Class C driver's license pursuant to section
1252.
[2003, c. 397, §10 (new).]
2. Road restrictions. A low-speed vehicle may be operated only on a road or street where the posted speed limit is 35 miles per hour or less.
A low-speed vehicle may cross, at an intersection, a road or street with a posted speed limit of more than 35 miles per hour.
The department may prohibit the operation of a low-speed vehicle on any highway or segment of highway under its jurisdiction
if it determines that the prohibition is necessary in the interest of public safety. A municipality may prohibit the operation
of a low-speed vehicle on any road under its jurisdiction if it determines that the prohibition is necessary in the interest
of public safety.
[2003, c. 397, §10 (new).]
3. Violation. A person who operates a low-speed vehicle in violation of subsection 2 commits a traffic infraction.
[2003, c. 397, §10 (new).]
4. Rulemaking. The Secretary of State, in consultation with the Commissioner of Transportation and the Commissioner of Public Safety, may
adopt rules in accordance with Title 5, chapter 375 to implement this section, monitor the registration and use of low-speed
vehicles and provide for the safe operation of low-speed vehicles.
[2003, c. 397, §10 (new).]
29-A §02089
Antique vehicles
(REPEALED)
(REALLOCATED TO TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2090)
Section History:
PL 2003,
Ch. 128,
§1
(NEW).
PL 2003,
Ch. 397,
§10
(NEW).
RR 2003,
Ch. 1,
§30
(RAL).
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Title 29-A - §2090. Antique vehicles (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2089)
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2090. Antique vehicles (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2089)
A vehicle registered as an antique vehicle pursuant to section 457 may pull a trailer or semitrailer as long as the vehicle
is used for noncommercial recreational purposes or for exhibitions, club activities, parades or other functions of public
interest.
[RR 2003, c. 1, §30 (ral).]
Section History:
RR 2003,
Ch. 1,
§20
(RAL).
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Title 29-A - §2091. Control of vehicular traffic at emergency scenes
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2091. Control of vehicular traffic at emergency scenes
1. Definition. For the purposes of this section, "public safety traffic flagger" means a municipal firefighter, a volunteer firefighter
or a member of an emergency medical service licensed by the Department of Public Safety, Maine Emergency Medical Services
who is trained in accordance with subsection 2 and authorized by the chief official of the fire department or emergency medical
service to control vehicular traffic.
[2005, c. 167, §1 (new).]
2. Training. All public safety traffic flaggers must receive training approved by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Standards
in controlling traffic on public ways. Training may consist of video instruction, instruction in a classroom setting, distribution
of informational handbooks or other educational materials or other training activities.
[2005, c. 167, §1 (new).]
3. Authority. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Title, a public safety traffic flagger shall wear a reflective traffic vest
or protective clothing as defined by Title 26, section 2103, subsection 3 and has the authority to control vehicular traffic
on a public way at or to reroute vehicular traffic around a public safety emergency, including a medical emergency, motor
vehicle accident, fire, hazardous materials incident or other natural or man-made disaster or a training operation, unless
otherwise directed by a law enforcement officer.
[2005, c. 167, §1 (new).]
4. Obeying public safety traffic flagger. An operator of a motor vehicle on a public way shall obey a request or signal of a person who is reasonably identifiable
as a public safety traffic flagger. A violation of this subsection is a traffic infraction.
[2005, c. 167, §1 (new).]
5. Registered owner's liability. A person who is a registered owner of a vehicle at the time that vehicle is involved in a violation of subsection 4 commits
a traffic infraction. For the purposes of this subsection, "registered owner" includes a person issued a dealer or transporter
registration plate.
A. A public safety traffic flagger who observes a violation of subsection 4 may report the violation to a law enforcement officer.
If a report is made, the public safety traffic flagger shall report the time and the location of the violation and the registration
plate number and a description of the vehicle involved. The officer shall initiate an investigation of the reported violation
and, if possible, contact the registered owner of the motor vehicle involved and request that the registered owner supply
information identifying the operator of the registered owner's motor vehicle at the time of the incident.
[2005, c. 167, §1 (new).]
B. The investigating officer may cause the registered owner of the vehicle to be served with a summons for a violation of this
subsection.
[2005, c. 167, §1 (new).]
C. Except as provided in paragraph D, it is not a defense to a violation of this subsection that a registered owner was not
operating the vehicle at the time of the violation.
[2005, c. 167, §1 (new).]
D. The following are defenses to a violation of this subsection.
(1) If a person other than the registered owner is operating the vehicle at the time of the violation of subsection 4 and
is convicted of that violation, the registered owner may not be found in violation of this subsection.
(2) If the registered owner is a lessor of vehicles and at the time of the violation the vehicle was in the possession of
a lessee and the lessor provides the investigating officer with a copy of the lease agreement containing the information required
by section 254, the lessee, not the lessor, may be charged under this subsection.
(3) If the vehicle is operated using a dealer or transporter registration plate and at the time of the violation the vehicle
was operated by any person other than the dealer or transporter and if the dealer or transporter provides the investigating
officer with the name and address of the person who had control over the vehicle at the time of the violation, that person,
not the dealer or transporter, may be charged under this subsection.
(4) If a report that the vehicle was stolen is provided to a law enforcement officer or agency before the violation occurs
or within a reasonable time after the violation occurs and an investigation determines the vehicle was stolen, the registered
owner may not be charged under this subsection.
[2005, c. 167, §1 (new).]
[2005, c. 167, §1 (new).]
Section History:
PL 2005,
Ch. 167,
§1
(NEW).
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Title 29-A - §2101-A. Permitting unlawful use
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2101-A. Permitting unlawful use
1. Traffic infraction. A person who knowingly authorizes or permits a vehicle owned by or under control of that person to be driven on a public
way by a person not authorized under this Title or in violation of a provision of this Title commits a traffic infraction
if the conduct of the driver is punishable as a traffic infraction.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §53 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. Crime. A person who knowingly authorizes or permits a vehicle owned by or under control of that person to be driven on a public
way by a person not authorized under this Title or in violation of a provision of this Title commits a Class E crime if the
conduct of the driver is punishable as a crime.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §53 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q53
(NEW).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2101. Permitting unlawful use (REPEALED)
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2101. Permitting unlawful use (REPEALED)
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1999,
Ch. 771,
§C15
(AMD).
PL 1999,
Ch. 771,
§D1,2
(AFF).
PL 2001,
Ch. 471,
§A31,32
(AMD).
PL 2001,
Ch. 471,
§A33
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q52
(RP ).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2102. Unlawful use of license, instruction permit or identification card
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2102. Unlawful use of license, instruction permit or identification card
A person commits a Class E crime if that person:
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
1. Display. Displays a revoked, suspended, mutilated, fictitious or fraudulently altered driver's license or identification card issued
or represented to be issued by this State or any other state or province;
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §54 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
1-A. Possess. Possesses a revoked, suspended, mutilated, fictitious or fraudulently altered driver's license or identification card issued
or represented to be issued by this State or any other state or province;
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §55 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. Loan. Knowingly permits another person to use that person's driver's license or identification card issued or represented to be
issued by this State or any other state or province;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Representation. Displays or represents as one's own a driver's license or identification card issued to another by this State or any other
state or province;
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §56 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
4. Use. Knowingly permits an unlawful use of a driver's license or identification card issued or represented to be issued by this
State or any other state or province; or
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §56 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
5. Privacy laws or rules; violation. Knowingly disseminates information that is protected by a state law or rule that implements the Federal Driver's Privacy
Protection Act of 1994.
[1997, c. 437, §43 (new).]
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Violation of this section is a strict liability crime as defined in Title 17-A, section 34, subsection 4-A.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §57 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1997,
Ch. 437,
§43
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q54-57
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2103. Fraud or falsity on documents
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2103. Fraud or falsity on documents
1. Material misstatement of fact. A person commits a Class E crime if that person knowingly:
A. Makes a material misstatement of fact on an application or document submitted in support of an application for a license,
certificate, permit, examination, identification card, use decal, placard or any other document requesting action from the
Secretary of State; or
[1997, c. 178, §2 (new).]
B. Displays to a law enforcement officer or to the Secretary of State evidence of liability insurance or financial responsibility
that is fictitious or fraudulently altered.
[1997, c. 178, §2 (new).]
[1997, c. 178, §2 (amd).]
2. Deception. A person commits a Class E crime if that person knowingly substitutes, or knowingly causes another to substitute, as that
person's, another's registration certificate, number plate, driver's license or permit, identification card, fuel use or highway
use permit or decal or a placard for an examination or application.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Suspension. On receipt of an attested copy of a court record of conviction or other sufficient evidence of a violation of subsection
1 or 2, the Secretary of State shall immediately revoke every license, certificate, permit or decal issued to that person.
These documents must be surrendered to the Secretary of State on demand.
Fees paid for these documents may not be refunded.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Printing or reproduction of motor vehicle document. A person commits a Class D crime if that person prints, prepares, reproduces, sells or transfers without the written consent
of the Secretary of State a paper or document in the form of a certificate of registration, driver's license or any other
certificate, permit, license or form used by the Secretary of State in administering this Title. Notwithstanding this subsection,
a person may photocopy without the written consent of the Secretary of State:
A. A certificate of registration solely for record-keeping purposes;
[2003, c. 568, §1 (new).]
B. A driver's license solely for proof of identification for the consummation of a financial transaction;
[2003, c. 568, §1 (new).]
C. A driver's license solely to verify that a commercial driver's license has been issued and only if the person making the
photocopy is an employer; or
[2003, c. 568, §1 (new).]
D. A driver's license solely for motor vehicle loaner and demonstration purposes pursuant to sections 1002 and 1003.
[2003, c. 568, §1 (new).]
Any photocopy or other electronic copy of a driver's license or certificate of registration permitted under this subsection
must be kept in a secure, nonpublic location and, unless permitted pursuant to another applicable law, may not be published,
reproduced, distributed or disclosed for any other purpose.
[2003, c. 568, §1 (amd).]
5. Aggravated misstatement of fact. A person commits aggravated misstatement of fact if that person:
A. Uses documents of another person without the other person's consent in committing a violation of subsection 1 or 2;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Obtains a document, decal or placard in a fictitious name;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. Obtains a document, decal or placard in another person's name and, as a result of use of the material, the other person
receives one or more summonses or is arrested, indicted or convicted of an offense not committed by the other person;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. Obtains a driver's license through violation of subsection 1 or 2 when the person's operating privileges have been revoked
pursuant to chapter 23, subchapter V or have been suspended pursuant to this Title or an order of a court; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
E. Uses material obtained through violation of subsection 1 or 2 in the commission of a crime or a civil violation.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Aggravated misstatement of fact is a Class D crime.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1997,
Ch. 178,
§2
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 568,
§1
(AMD).
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Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
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Title 29-A - §2104. Improper plates
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2104. Improper plates
1. Attaching false plates. A person commits a Class E crime if that person attaches to a vehicle a registration plate assigned to another vehicle or
not currently assigned to that vehicle.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §58 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
1-A. Permitting attachment of false plates. A person commits a Class E crime if that person permits to be attached to a vehicle a registration plate assigned to another
vehicle or not currently assigned to that vehicle.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §59 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. False identification. A person commits a Class E crime if that person obscures identification numbers, identification letters, the state name,
validation sticker or mark distinguishing the type of plate attached to a vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Manufacturing or reproduction of plates. A person commits a Class D crime if that person manufactures or reproduces registration plates without the consent of the
Secretary of State.
[1995, c. 65, Pt. A, §109 (new); §153 (aff); Pt. C, §15 (aff).]
4. Alterations to registration plates. Except when a greater penalty is applicable, a person commits a traffic infraction if that person adds or attaches to a
registration plate a decal, symbol, slogan, mark, letter or number not authorized by law or by the Secretary of State.
[1995, c. 645, Pt. B, §6 (new); §24 (aff).]
5. Strict liability. Violation of subsection 1, 2 or 3 is a strict liability crime as defined in Title 17-A, section 34, subsection 4-A.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §60 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 65,
§A109
(AMD).
PL 1995,
Ch. 65,
§A153,C15
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 645,
§B16
(AMD).
PL 1995,
Ch. 645,
§B24
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q58-60
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2105. Vehicle with no identification marks
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2105. Vehicle with no identification marks
A person commits a Class D crime if that person knowingly buys, sells, receives, disposes of, conceals or possesses a motor
vehicle, semitrailer or trailer from which the manufacturer's serial number or other distinguishing number or mark has been
removed or altered to conceal or misrepresent the identity of the vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2106. Tampering with odometer
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2106. Tampering with odometer
1. Odometer. A person is guilty of a Class C offense if that person:
A. Disconnects, changes or tampers with the odometer of a motor vehicle with the intent to misrepresent or change the number
of miles indicated on the odometer; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. When the odometer reading differs from the number of miles a vehicle has been driven, knowingly offers for sale that motor
vehicle without disclosing that the actual mileage is unknown or is known to be different than the odometer reading.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[2005, c. 433, §18 (amd); §28 (aff).]
2. Service and repair. Nothing in this section prevents the repair or replacement of an odometer, as long as the odometer mileage remains the same
after the service, repair or replacement. If the odometer is incapable of registering the same mileage after the repair or
replacement, the odometer must be adjusted to read zero and a notice provided by the Secretary of State must be attached to
the left doorframe of the vehicle by the owner or the owner's agent or by an authorized agent of the Secretary of State.
The notice must specify the mileage prior to repair or replacement of the odometer and the date of repair or replacement.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Violation. A person commits a Class D crime if that person fails to attach a notice as required under subsection 2 or removes or alters
a notice.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Unfair trade practice. A violation of this section constitutes an unfair trade practice under Title 5, chapter 10.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2005,
Ch. 433,
§18
(AMD).
PL 2005,
Ch. 433,
§28
(AFF).
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advice, please consult
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Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
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Title 29-A - §2107. Tampering with signs
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2107. Tampering with signs
A person commits a Class E crime if that person removes or tampers with a sign, light, flare, reflector or other signalling
or safety device placed by the Department of Transportation, a county or municipal official or a contractor performing repairs
or maintenance work on or adjoining a public way.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §2108. Use of closed way
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2108. Use of closed way
A person commits a Class E crime if that person operates a vehicle over a public way that is lawfully closed by posted notice
for construction or repairs unless permission to pass is expressly granted by a person in charge of the work.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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§2109. Stopping of traffic by hawkers and vendorsTitle 29-A - §2109. Stopping of traffic by hawkers and vendors
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 19: OPERATION (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§2109. Stopping of traffic by hawkers and vendors
A person commits a traffic infraction if that person signals a moving vehicle, stops a vehicle or accosts an occupant of a
vehicle stopped on a public way to solicit a contribution or subscription, or sell merchandise or a ticket of admission to
an entertainment or public gathering. This section does not apply to an event or project conducted by a charitable nonprofit
organization incorporated in or recognized by the State that has received municipal and local law enforcement authorization,
including approval for the organization's traffic routing, schedule and procedures for the event or project.
[2005, c. 106, §1 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2005,
Ch. 106,
§1
(AMD).
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advice, please consult
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