Non-consensual pornography, also called revenge porn, is a fast growing area of sexual abuse. A new Maine law makes posting revenge porn illegal. Learn how to protect yourself if you become a victim.

Maine has a protection from abuse (PFA) law for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking, and stalking. For background, see our article: Protection from Abuse – How the law works in Maine.

The Maine Court Forms for Protection from Abuse cases have been translated into several other languages. Get these forms here.

Maine court form packet for filing for Protection from Harassment on paper. There is another version of this packet for filing by email: Email Filing Maine Protection from Harassment Forms Packet

Is sexual harassment covered under the Maine Human Rights Act? The Maine Human Rights Act bans harassment based on:

Can I find out if a person who committed a crime against me is being released from jail or prison? Generally, yes. You can get a “notification of release” if you are the victim of a crime.

Lists resources for people in Maine who are separating or going through divorce: where to get legal and financial help, and other support services.

This article explains the first steps in the process of getting a Protection from Abuse Order (often called a 'PFA') in the state of Maine. It also lists many resources where survivors can get help and answers many of the most common questions people have about this process.   You are not alone – you can reach out for help, support, or just more… More

Si alguien le acosa y Usted no tiene los medios de evitar que esa persona deje de acosarlo, hay una ley en el Estado de Maine que puede ayudarlo. Aquí se encuentra información sobre la ley y sus derechos.

If someone is harassing you and you cannot get that person to stop, there is a Maine law that may help you. It is called the "Protection from Harassment" law.