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The Family Law and Victim Rights Unit
Featured Content July 2024
The Family Law and Victim Rights Unit at Pine Tree Legal Assistance provides statewide coverage for the civil legal needs of victim/survivors of sexual assault. In many areas of the state, the Family…

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Rights of Maine Renters: Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking
Featured Content July 2024
Sometimes landlords react to sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking by taking action against the victim. There are state and federal laws that can help if this happens to you.

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Healthcare Resources for Maine Children Who Have Experienced Violence
December 2024
How does domestic violence affect children? Violence and trauma can have long-lasting effects on children who witness or experience violent events.

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Divorce and Separation in Maine: Where Can I Get Help?
December 2024
Lists resources for people in Maine who are separating or going through divorce: where to get legal and financial help, and other support services.

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PA-015 Affidavit for Confidential Address
August 2024
This is the Maine form for keeping your address confidential when filing for a Protection from Abuse order. Use this form if you don't want the abuser to know your address.

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PA-005 Protection Order Service Information
August 2024
The Maine form for providing information to the court for serving a Protection from Abuse order

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PA-001 Complaint for Protection from Abuse
August 2024
The Maine form for getting a Protection from Abuse court order
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