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This bill addresses the recognition and use of military protective orders in protection from abuse and harassment proceedings in Maine. It defines a "military protective order" as an order issued by a commanding officer of the U.S. Armed Forces or National Guard against someone under their command, as specified in federal law (10 U.S.C. Section 1567). The bill amends existing state laws to explicitly allow courts to consider the existence of an active military protective order when determining whether to issue temporary protection orders. Additionally, the bill adds military protective orders to the list of recognized protective orders, which now includes orders from tribal courts, U.S. or state courts, and other recognized jurisdictions. This change provides courts with additional context and flexibility when evaluating requests for protection from abuse, recognizing that military-issued protective orders can be a valid indicator of potential danger or need for protection. The modifications aim to enhance the legal framework for protecting individuals from potential abuse by explicitly acknowledging and incorporating military protective orders into the state's existing protective order system.

Military Affairs and Security

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=665&snum=132