01828928_d_Abuse_and_Neglect__Main_Page_Central_Child_Abuse_Registries_Reports_Included
[State] ME [Central Registry Required] Yes [Level of Evidence] Preponderance [Expungement Rules] Unsubstantiated expunged after 18 months with no additional report, may be retained for 5 years for Medicaid audits but stored separately. If a finding is overturned on appeal, report is expunged immediately. Appeals go to Director, QA staff reviews, overturns are reviewed by Director or QA Supervisor. May appeal to superior court. Perpetrator notified of disposition decision. [Reports Included] 
Substantiated reports
Interim Report, Feasibility Study of a National Registry of Child Abuse and Neglect: Main Page
Reports Included