The statute does not provide for a standalone charge, instead allowing an additional penalty when a person is convicted of another crime.
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U.S. ties with Russia, China sink as Biden toes tough lines
Tensions are unlikely to be resolved without intense discussions and major concessions.
Maine to hold hearing on medical marijuana rules
The Maine Medical Use of Marijuana Act has been amended by several pieces of legislation since rules were last revised about three years ago.
The Latest: Half of U.K. adults have gotten one dose of vaccine
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from across the globe.
Kennebunk’s Archibald named Miss Maine Basketball
Providence-bound senior is the second from Kennebunk High School to win the award.
Maine CDC again reports more than 200 daily cases of COVID-19
There were no new deaths, but the seven-day average of new daily cases rose to 205.1 on Saturday.
Rep. Jess Fay: Supplemental budget offers relief for Mainers hit hard by pandemic
Coupled with the federal American Rescue Plan, Mainers are receiving support while they get themselves back on their feet after a challenging year.
Early bookings point to much busier summer for Maine tourism
As the second summer of COVID-19 approaches, reservations for Maine campgrounds, hotels, tours and wedding venues are filling up.
South Portland Human Rights Commission, school board clash over racism allegation
The commission has asked for a joint discussion following a meeting in which commissioners alleged school board members are racist.
Commentary: NFL concussion case illustrates deadly form of racism
Correcting medical bias will require vigilance and care.