Smoking Prohibition
What is Maine's Law on Smoking Prohibition
Laws concerning smoking in public places can be found in 22 MRS §§1541-1550. Specific statutes also apply to smoking in the workplace (22 MRS §1580-A), in elementary and secondary schools (22 MRS §1578-B), and in state parks and historic sites (22 MRS §1580-E). PL 2015, c. 318 expanded the definition of smoking to include the use of “electronic smoking devices” (see 22 MRS §1541(1-A) and 22 MRS §1541(6)). There are also Department of Health and Human Services regulations related to smoking in public places and the workplace. 29-A MRS §2120 prohibits smoking in vehicles when a minor of any age is present. The penalty for violating this provision is $50.
Private clubs, such as the Elks and the American Legion, are open only to members and their invited guests and are not considered "public places." Smoking is allowed if the club so chooses.
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