In Maine, jaywalking violates state law under Title 29-A §2056, which requires pedestrians to use crosswalks at intersections and yield to vehicles elsewhere, with fines starting at $50 and up to $1,000 for violations, though enforcement is typically municipal and rare unless causing hazards.
Littering Penalties
Littering, including tossing items like banana peels from vehicles, is prohibited under Title 17 §2263-A, treated as a traffic infraction with fines from $100-$500 for first offenses under 15 pounds, escalating for repeats or larger amounts, plus possible community service or license points.
Everyday Violations
Other common unwitting breaches include unauthorized burning without permits, failure to fully extinguish campfires (fines up to $1,000), and minor drug possession risks in high-traffic areas, though enforcement prioritizes safety over petty acts.
SOURCES
[1](https://www.consumershield.com/injuries-accidents/car-accidents/jaywalking-illegal)
[2](https://www.mwl-law.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/PEDESTRIAN-AND-CROSSWALKS-50-STATE-CHART.pdf)
[3](https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/29-A/title29-Asec2056.pdf)
[4](https://wjbq.com/penalty-littering-banana-peels-illegal-maine/)
[5](https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/17/title17sec2263-A.html)
