
Reporting of suspected abuse or neglect in Maine
As per the Maine Health and Welfare Code, certain individuals are required by law to report suspected instances of child abuse or neglect if they occur while carrying out their professional duties.
This includes most licensed caregivers, such as:
- An allopathic or osteopathic physician, resident, or intern
- An emergency medical services worker
- A medical examiner
- A physician’s assistant
- A dentist
- A dental hygienist
- A dental assistant
- A chiropractor
- A podiatrist
- A registered or licensed practical nurse
- A teacher
- A guidance counselor
- A school official
- A youth camp administrator or counselor
- A social worker
- A court-appointed advocate or guardian ad litem
- A homemaker
- A home health aide
- A medical or social service worker
- A psychologist
- Child care personnel
- A mental health professional
- A law enforcement officer
- A state or municipal fire inspector
- A municipal code enforcement officer
- A commercial film or photo processor
- A clergy member, except when receiving confidential communication
- A chair of a professional licensing board
- A humane agent with the Department of Agriculture
- A sexual assault counselor
- A domestic violence victim advocate
- A school bus driver or attendant
These professionals must report child abuse or neglect to the local district attorney’s office or police department as soon as possible.
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