Maine § 154. - Arrest; exception
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 154. — Arrest; exception, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 154.. Arrest; exception
A member of a duly organized state, county or municipal police unit of another state of the United States who enters this State in fresh pursuit and continues within this State in that fresh pursuit of a person in order to arrest the person on the ground that the person is believed to have committed a crime punishable by a maximum term of imprisonment equal to or exceeding one year or to have operated a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs in that other state has the same authority to arrest and hold the person in custody as has any member of any duly organized state, county or municipal police unit of this State to arrest and hold in custody a person on the ground that the person is believed to have committed such a crime or operated a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs in this State. This section may not be construed so as to make unlawful any arrest in this State that would otherwise be lawful. [RR 2023, c. 2, Pt. D, §7 (COR).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 154.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 154. cover?
Section 154. ("Arrest; exception") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 154.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 154." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 154. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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