The Law in the State of Maine says, if you are operating any motor vehicle with a Blood Alcohol Level of .08 or more, you have committed the criminal offense of Operating Under the Influence (OUI).

   The Secretary of State will immediately suspend your privilege to drive, based on the police report and the results of your Blood Alcohol Test results.  You may find that your license will be suspended before you appear in court.

   Something to remember is that your driver's license is a privilege not a right.  Implied Consent means that you are obligated to take a chemical test at any time probable cause for the test is determined by an authority.  By refusing to take a test you may cause a suspension of your license through the Secretary of State that can last up to six years.  Just because you refuse does not mean that you will not be convicted of an OUI.

   Maine has a law for individuals under the age of 21.  If a test determines that you are operating or attempting to operate any motor vehicle with any measurable amount of alcohol in your body, your privilege to operate a motor vehicle will be suspended up to one year.  You will lose your license if you refuse to take a test to determine your Blood Alcohol Content.