Maine Gun Laws F.A.Q.

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• +Q: Does Maine require a permit to purchase weapons?
• +Q: Does Maine require owners to register their firearms with the police?
• +Q: Does Maine require an owner's license?
• +Q: Does Maine issue open carry permits?
• +Q: Does Maine issue concealed carry permits?
• +Q: Does Maine have preemption over subdivisions?
• +Q: Does Maine have a restriction on magazine capacity?
• +Q: Does Maine support the castle doctrine?
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  A:

  There is no duty to treat in Maine. In order you use deadly force the person in danger must believe it is "necessary to prevent the infliction of bodily injury." It is also legal to prevent kidnapping, or robbery. Deadly force may be used outside the home on the owners property only to prevent arson or criminal trespassing.

• +Q: Does Maine have a "stand-your-ground" law?
• +Q: Does Maine uphold a peaceable journey?
• +Q: Does Maine have restrictions on assault weapons?
• +Q: What NFA restrictions does Maine have?

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