§1703. Use of fine relative to individuals
Except when specifically precluded, in choosing the appropriate punishment for an individual convicted of a crime, the court shall consider the desirability of imposing a sentencing alternative involving a fine either in conjunction with or in lieu of a sentencing alternative involving imprisonment. A sentencing alternative involving imprisonment may not be imposed by a court solely for the reason that the individual does not have the present or future financial capacity to pay a fine. [PL 2019, c. 113, Pt. A, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2019, c. 113, Pt. A, §2 (NEW).
Structure Maine Revised Statutes
TITLE 17-A: MAINE CRIMINAL CODE
Chapter 65: FINES, FEES, ASSESSMENTS AND SURCHARGES
17-A §1701. Definite fine amount required
17-A §1702. Criteria for imposing sentencing alternative that includes fine
17-A §1703. Use of fine relative to individuals
17-A §1704. Maximum fine amounts authorized for convicted individuals
17-A §1705. Maximum fine amounts authorized for convicted organizations
17-A §1706. Exceptions to maximum fine amounts
17-A §1707. Multiple fines imposed on convicted person
17-A §1708. Time and method of payment of fines imposed on convicted person
17-A §1709. Post-conviction relief invalidating conviction; potential return of fine payments
17-A §1710. Modification of payment of fine
17-A §1712. Deposit of certain fines in Maine Military Family Relief Fund