Plowing across roadways
- Maine law (Title 29-A M.R.S. §2396) prohibits placing or allowing snow/slush that hasn’t accumulated naturally to remain on a public way.
- Hazards: Pushing snow across roads creates dangerous, hidden ice patches and narrows travel lanes, risking vehicle damage and accidents.
- Penalties: Violations are traffic infractions, potentially leading to fines ($150-$500), license suspension, or being charged as an obstruction of a public way (a public nuisance).