True or False: Maine law requires motor vehicle operators to consent to chemical testing for alcohol and drug levels.

Maine law indeed requires motor vehicle operators to consent to chemical testing for alcohol and drug levels, commonly referred to as "implied consent." This principle means that by operating a motor vehicle on public roads, drivers automatically agree to submit to chemical tests if they are lawfully arrested for operating under the influence (OUI). This law is aimed at enhancing road safety and deterring impaired driving by allowing law enforcement to effectively gather evidence of intoxication.

Failure to comply with this requirement may lead to automatic penalties, such as license suspension, even if the driver is ultimately found not guilty of driving under the influence. This system operates under the assumption that the privilege of using public roadways comes with certain responsibilities, including the responsibility to allow lawful testing for impairment when required.