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Maine · Through January 1, 2026

17-A M.R.S. §609: Misuse of information

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  1. TITLE 17-A: MAINE CRIMINAL CODE
  2. PART 2: SUBSTANTIVE OFFENSES
  3. CHAPTER 25: BRIBERY AND CORRUPT PRACTICES

1. A person is guilty of misuse of information if, being a public servant and knowing that official action is contemplated, or acting in reliance on information which he has acquired by virtue of his office or from another public servant, he:

A. Acquires or divests himself of a pecuniary interest in any property, transaction or enterprise that may be affected by such official action or information;

B. Speculates or wagers on the basis of such official action or information; or

C. Knowingly aids another to do any of the things described in paragraphs A and B.

2. Misuse of information is a Class E crime.

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