Maine State Sign Regulations

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Our Maine State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Swimming pool signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of Maine prohibits smoking in all public places and workplaces including bars and restaurants. Exemptions to the statewide ban are granted to designated hotel/motel rooms, retail tobacco shops, designated areas in hospitals, and certain casinos. Smoking is also prohibited in vehicles when a person under the age of 16 is present. The Maine law became effective on 1/1/2004 and is administered by the Department of Health and Human Services. (22-1542)

Swimming Pool Signs

The Maine Department of Human Services stipulates the rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas. The code became effective in 2010. (10-144A CMR 202)

Concealed Weapon Signs

The State of Maine allows its residents to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) without a permit if they are at least 21 years or older and not otherwise prohibited from possessing a firearm. (25 M.R.S.A Sec. 2001-A,sub-Sec. 2 A-1) CCW without a permit is limited to people 21 or older, with the following exception: If a person is 18-20 and meets certain military restrictions set forth by statute, they may also be allowed to carry a concealed handgun. Permits are still required for all other residents not meeting the above guidelines. Among the requirements for issuing a permit are; an applicant must be at least 18 years old, has not been convicted of a felony, and has not been diagnosed with an addiction to a controlled substance. There are certain places such as schools, courthouses, taverns, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Maine honors the CCW permits of a number of other states. (25 M.R.S.A. 2003)

Cell Phone Signs

The State of Maine bans the use of hand-held cell phones for texting communications by all drivers of motorized vehicles. Drivers under the age of 18 may not use wireless devices for any type of communication while driving. The law, SP 228/LD 736, became effective on 6/3/2011.

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.