Constitution · Maine

Me. Const. art. I, § 12

Constitution
Constitution of Maine
Text as of
October 2026

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Treason; testimony of 2 witnesses. Treason against this State shall consist only in levying war against it, adhering to its enemies, giving them aid and comfort. No person shall be convicted of treason unless on the testimony of 2 witnesses to the same overt act, or confession in open court.

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