Maine · Maine Revised Statutes — Title 29-A, Motor Vehicles
Me. Rev. Stat. (Motor Vehicles) § 1251: License required
What this law says, in plain English
Operating a motor vehicle without a valid license is a Class E crime in most circumstances. Traffic infractions apply only to newer residents (under 90 days) or expired licenses within 90 days.
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