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29-A ME Rev Stat § 2088 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD|29-A §2088. Passengers restricted to passenger compartment of pickup truck (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2085)

 §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;   [PL 2001, c. 360, §13 (AMD).]D. A passenger secured by a seat belt in a manufacturer-installed seat located outside the passenger compartment; or   [PL 2001, c. 360, §13 (AMD).]E. Campers and hikers being transported in Baxter State Park.   [PL 2001, c. 360, §14 (NEW).][PL 2001, c. 360, §§13, 14 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY RR 1999, c. 1, §41 (RAL). PL 2001, c. 360, §§13,14 (AMD).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2089 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD|29-A §2089. Operation of low-speed vehicles

 §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.   [PL 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.   [PL 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.   [PL 2003, c. 397, §10 (NEW).] 3.  Violation.  A person who operates a low-speed vehicle in violation of subsection 2 commits a traffic infraction.   [PL 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.   [PL 2003, c. 397, §10 (NEW).] Revisor's Note: §2089. Antique vehicles (As enacted by PL 2003, c. 128, §1 is REALLOCATED TO TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2090)SECTION HISTORY RR 2003, c. 1, §30 (RAL). PL 2003, c. 128, §1 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 397, §10 (NEW).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2089-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD|29-A §2089-A. Operation of autocycles (REPEALED)

 §2089-A. Operation of autocycles (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 55, §5 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 356, §21 (AMD). MRSA T. 29-A §2089-A, sub-§5 (RP).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2089-B (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD|29-A §2089-B. Operation of autocycles

 §2089-B. Operation of autocycles A person operating an autocycle on a public way shall comply with the provisions of this chapter and with this section.   [PL 2019, c. 345, §9 (NEW).]1.  License required.  A person operating an autocycle must possess a valid Class A, B or C operator's license pursuant to section 1252.   [PL 2019, c. 345, §9 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2019, c. 345, §9 (NEW).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2090 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD|29-A §2090. Antique vehicles (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2089)

 §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, c. 1, §20 (RAL).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2091-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD|29-A §2091-A. School crossing guards

 §2091-A. School crossing guards 1.  Qualifications.  A school crossing guard is qualified to direct traffic if the school crossing guard:   A. Is 18 years of age or older;   [PL 2017, c. 132, §1 (NEW).]B. Is under the control of a local law enforcement agency;   [PL 2017, c. 132, §1 (NEW).]C. Has completed training approved by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Standards in controlling traffic on a public way and as described by section 2091, subsection 2 to perform any traffic direction duties to which the school crossing guard is assigned as prescribed by the local law enforcement agency that has control over the school crossing guard;   [PL 2017, c. 132, §1 (NEW).]D. Is wearing an appropriate uniform as specified by the local law enforcement agency that has control over the school crossing guard; and   [PL 2017, c. 132, §1 (NEW).]E. Is directing traffic in an intersection with a marked crosswalk on a public way.   [PL 2017, c. 132, §1 (NEW).][PL 2017, c. 132, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Obeying school crossing guards.  An operator of a motor vehicle shall obey a hand signal or handheld traffic control device of a school crossing guard qualified under subsection 1. A violation of this subsection is a traffic infraction.   [PL 2017, c. 132, §1 (NEW).] 3.  Assisting pedestrians.  This section does not prohibit a school crossing guard who does not meet the specifications described in subsection 1 from assisting a pedestrian to cross a public way, as long as the school crossing guard does not attempt to do so by directing traffic.   [PL 2017, c. 132, §1 (NEW).] 4.  Restrictions.  A school crossing guard may not contradict or override a lighted traffic control device or pedestrian control device or cause a pedestrian or motor vehicle to violate the provisions of section 2057.   [PL 2017, c. 132, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2017, c. 132, §1 (NEW).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2092 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 1: RULES OF THE ROAD|29-A §2092. Operation of off-road vehicles

 §2092. Operation of off-road vehicles 1.  Operation prohibited.  Unless the specific type of off-road vehicle is authorized to be operated on a public way by this or any other Title, an off-road vehicle may not be operated on a public way or parking area.   [PL 2005, c. 577, §34 (NEW).] 2.  Violation.  A person who operates an off-road vehicle in violation of subsection 1 commits a traffic infraction.   [PL 2005, c. 577, §34 (NEW).] 3.  Government vehicles.  Vehicles owned and operated by government entities are not subject to the provisions of this section.   [PL 2021, c. 216, §46 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 577, §34 (NEW). PL 2021, c. 216, §46 (AMD).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2101 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2101. Permitting unlawful use (REPEALED)

 §2101. Permitting unlawful use (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 771, §C15 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 771, §§D1,2 (AFF). PL 2001, c. 471, §§A31,32 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 471, §A33 (AFF). PL 2003, c. 452, §Q52 (RP). PL 2003, c. 452, §X2 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2101-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2101-A. Permitting unlawful use

 §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.   [PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §53 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 452, 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.   [PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §53 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2003, c. 452, §Q53 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 452, §X2 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2104 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2104. Improper plates

 §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.   [PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §58 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 452, 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.   [PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §59 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).] 1-B.  Permitting display of false registration validation device.  A person commits a Class E crime if that person permits to be attached or displayed on a vehicle registration plate a registration validation device issued for another vehicle.   [PL 2015, c. 176, §5 (NEW).] 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.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, 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.   [PL 1995, c. 65, Pt. A, §109 (NEW); PL 1995, c. 65, Pt. A, §153 (AFF); PL 1995, c. 65, 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.   [PL 1995, c. 645, Pt. B, §6 (NEW); PL 1995, c. 645, Pt. B, §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.   [PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §60 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 452, Pt. X, §2 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 1995, c. 65, §A109 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 65, §§A153,C15 (AFF). PL 1995, c. 645, §B16 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 645, §B24 (AFF). PL 2003, c. 452, §§Q58-60 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 452, §X2 (AFF). PL 2015, c. 176, §5 (AMD).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2105 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2105. Vehicle with no identification marks

 §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.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2106 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2106. Tampering with odometer

 §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   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, 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.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).][PL 2005, c. 433, §18 (AMD); PL 2005, c. 433, §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.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, 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.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 4.  Unfair trade practice.  A violation of this section constitutes an unfair trade practice under Title 5, chapter 10.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 2005, c. 433, §18 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 433, §28 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2107 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2107. Tampering with signs

 §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.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2108 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2108. Use of closed way

 §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.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2109 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2109. Stopping of traffic by hawkers and vendors

 §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.   [PL 2005, c. 106, §1 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 2005, c. 106, §1 (AMD).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2110 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2110. Hitchhiking forbidden

 §2110. Hitchhiking forbidden 1.  Definition.  As used in this section, "hitchhike" means to endeavor by words, gestures or otherwise to beg, invite or secure transportation in a motor vehicle not engaged in carrying passengers for hire, unless the hitchhiker is known to the driver or a passenger.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 2.  Violation.  A person commits a traffic infraction if that person hitchhikes on:   A. The traveled portion of a public way;   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]B. A limited access highway, including but not limited to the Maine Turnpike; or   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]C. Any portion of a public way during the nighttime.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).][PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 3.  Exception.  This section does not prohibit solicitation of aid in the event of an accident or by persons who are sick or seeking assistance for the sick, if the sickness is bona fide and an emergency exists.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 4.  Regulation.  A municipality may regulate or prohibit hitchhiking on a public way by ordinance. The Department of Transportation may regulate or prohibit hitchhiking on a state or state aid highway in the interest of safety at those locations where accidents may be a problem, limited visibility exists or severe traffic conflicts or other safety factors may occur.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 5.  Posting.  An area in which hitchhiking has been regulated or prohibited must be clearly identified by posted signs.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 6.  Forfeitures.  For a violation of subsection 2, a forfeiture not to exceed $50 may be adjudged.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2111 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2111. Air pollution control systems

 §2111. Air pollution control systems 1.  Definition.  For the purpose of this section, "air pollution control system" means a device or element of design installed on or in a motor vehicle or engine to comply with pollutant emission restrictions established by federal law.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 2.  Prohibition.  A person commits a Class E crime if that person operates a motor vehicle, except for an antique auto, a motor vehicle using liquefied petroleum gas as engine fuel or a farm tractor on a public way if any operational element of the air pollution control system of that vehicle has been removed, dismantled or otherwise rendered inoperative.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 3.  Suspension.  If a person is convicted of violating this section, the clerk of the court shall furnish to the Secretary of State an attested copy of the judgment of conviction. On receipt of that copy, the Secretary of State shall suspend the registration of the vehicle in violation.   The suspension may be appealed as provided in section 2485.   Unless otherwise ordered by the Superior Court on appeal, the suspension remains in effect until the Secretary of State has received notice from an official inspection station that the air pollution control system of that vehicle is in good working order.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2112 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2112. Drinking while operating a motor vehicle (REPEALED)

 §2112. Drinking while operating a motor vehicle (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 293, §2 (RP).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2112-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 19: OPERATION|Subchapter 2: VIOLATIONS|29-A §2112-A. Open container; drinking in a vehicle prohibited

 §2112-A. Open container; drinking in a vehicle prohibited 1.  Definitions.  As used in this section, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   A. "Alcohol" means spirituous, vinous, fermented or other alcoholic beverage, or combination of liquors and mixed liquors, intended for human consumption that contains more than 1/2 of 1% of alcohol by volume.   [PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).]B. "Open alcoholic beverage container" means a bottle, can or other receptacle that contains any amount of alcohol, and that is open or has a broken seal, or the contents of which are partially removed.   [PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).]C. "Passenger area" means the area designed to seat the operator and passengers while a motor vehicle is in operation and any area readily accessible to the operator or a passenger, including the glove compartment, while in their seating positions.   [PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).]D. "Public way" means a way, including a right-of-way, owned and maintained by the State, a county or a municipality over which the general public has a right to pass.   [PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).][PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).] 2.  Violation.  The operator of a vehicle on a public way is in violation of this section if the operator or a passenger in the passenger area of the vehicle:   A. Consumes alcohol; or   [PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).]B. Possesses an open alcoholic beverage container.   [PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).][PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).] 3.  Exceptions.  An operator of a vehicle is not in violation of this section if:   A. The operator or a passenger possesses an open alcoholic beverage container in a vehicle not equipped with a trunk if the open alcoholic beverage container is located behind the last upright seat of the vehicle or in an area not normally occupied by the operator or passenger;   [PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).]B. A passenger transported for a fee consumes alcohol or possesses an open alcoholic beverage container in a vehicle designed for the for-hire transportation of passengers other than a taxicab;   [PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).]C. A passenger possesses an open alcoholic beverage container or a passenger consumes alcohol in the living quarters of a motor home, trailer, semitrailer or truck camper; or   [PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).]D. The operator or the operator's employer holds a valid off-premise catering license issued under Title 28-A, section 1052 and the alcohol is being transported either to or from a catered event.   [PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).][PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1999, c. 293, §3 (NEW).