Maine § 1550. - Smoking in outdoor eating areas
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1550. — Smoking in outdoor eating areas, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1550.. Smoking in outdoor eating areas
1. Definition. As used in this section, "outdoor eating area" means a patio, deck or other property that is partially enclosed or open to the sky that is permitted for outdoor eating or drinking under the control of an eating establishment, as defined in section 2491, subsection 7, as long as food or drink is served by the eating establishment to the public for consumption on the premises.
2. Smoking prohibited. Smoking is prohibited in an outdoor eating area if the outdoor eating area or any portion thereof is open and available for dining and beverage service.
3. Notification; request for compliance. An eating establishment with an outdoor eating area shall post signs in accordance with section 1543, notify its patrons of the prohibition on smoking in outdoor eating areas and request that all persons within an outdoor eating area comply with this section.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1550.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1550. cover?
Section 1550. ("Smoking in outdoor eating areas") 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 § 1550.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1550." (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?
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How does Maine § 1550. apply to my situation?
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