Protection Order Modification Maine

Summary

The user, located in Maine, was the defendant in a temporary protection order that resulted in the relinquishment of his firearms. He is seeking advice on how to modify or terminate the order. He was informed that he could file a motion in court to request a modification or termination of the order. While its not mandatory, it was suggested that having an attorney could be beneficial. The user was also directed to Maines Volunteer Lawyers Project for affordable legal assistance.

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I was the defendant in a protection order. I signed the agreement without seeing the judge in order to get her out of my house in * weeks vs having to get her evicted. My problem is that i had to relinquish my firearms. Its been a few months and im wondering if theres any way to get it dropped so i may have them or a way to modify the order
What state are you located in, ****? The laws regarding modification or termination of protection orders and firearm possession vary by state.
Maine
What type of protection order was issued against you? In Maine, the rules for modifying or terminating a protection order can vary based on the type of order.
What are the different types. She basically got mad and went and said a bunch of crap to the cops. I was never arrested or charged with anything
In Maine, there are three types of protection orders: Temporary, Final, and Emergency. Do you know which one was issued against you?
Yen
I'm sorry, ****, but "Yen" doesn't clarify the type of protection order. Could you please specify if it was a Temporary, Final, or Emergency order?
Temporary
In Maine, a temporary protection order can be modified or terminated by the court. You may need to file a motion for this. Is there anything else I can help with?
For 2 years
Are you saying the temporary protection order is for a duration of 2 years?
Yes. For 2 years
In Maine, temporary protection orders typically last up to 2 years. You can request a modification or termination by filing a motion in court.
And how would i go about filing
To file a motion to modify or terminate a protection order in Maine, you would need to visit your local courthouse and request the appropriate forms.
Do i need an attorney
While it's not mandatory to have an attorney, it's often beneficial to have one when dealing with legal matters. They can guide you through the process and represent your interests.
Can you suggest any that are for lower incomes
Sure, ****. You might want to consider contacting Maine's Volunteer Lawyers Project. They provide free legal help to low-income individuals. Is there anything else I can assist you with?