The Maine Out of State Program is part of the state’s Driver Education and Evaluation Program (DEEP) and is designed for individuals who are currently living outside of Maine but must fulfill court-ordered or BMV-mandated substance use education or treatment requirements due to an offense that occurred in Maine.
This program provides a way for out-of-state residents to remain in compliance without returning to Maine, as long as the services they complete meet DEEP’s requirements.
Key elements of the Out of State Program include:
- Verification of eligibility through DEEP
- Guidance on selecting equivalent programs in the individual’s current state of residence
- Completion of treatment or education requirements (such as Risk Reduction, Evaluation, or Treatment)
- Submission of documentation and progress reports to DEEP for approval
- Ongoing support for navigating legal or BMV-related steps from a distance
Commonly required for individuals with:
- OUI or substance-related driving offenses in Maine
- Court or probation mandates issued in Maine
- License suspension from Maine BMV while living in another state
Participants must receive prior approval from DEEP before enrolling in an out-of-state program and are responsible for ensuring their chosen provider meets equivalency standards.
Upon DEEP’s review and acceptance of all submitted documentation, individuals may be considered for license reinstatement or case closure, depending on their situation.
To begin, individuals should contact DEEP or a DEEP-certified case manager for out-of-state eligibility screening. Approved options and additional support resources are available through Online Class Advisor’s Maine DEEP Program Network.