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Military Retirement Pay and the Collection of Child and Spousal Support

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Federal and State Law Federal and state law allow money from military retirement pay to be withheld to meet most child support and spousal support (alimony) obligations.
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What Happens to Your Professional or Occupational Licenses When You Get Called to Active Duty?

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Maine law gives certain protections if you are in the National Guard or the U.S. Armed Forces Reserve.  These rules apply when you are called to active duty for more than 30 days. If you have a: Professional or occupational license Certificate Registration They will be automatically extended if they expire while you are on active duty and for 6 months after Also, no continuing education requirements may be required of you during your active duty and for 6 months after.
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Family Military Leave

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Maine law allows you to take unpaid leave from work when one of your family members is deployed.  Here are the requirements: You must be the parent, spouse or domestic partner of the person deployed. You must have worked at your job for at least 12 months and worked at least 1,250 hours during the last 12 months. Your employer must have at least 15 employees. You do not work for the federal government. In addition, the service member must be:
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What Happens to Your Job If You Get Called to Active Duty or Required Military Training?

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Maine Law Maine law protects you when you are in the National Guard or the Reserves of the United States Armed Forces and receive orders. When these orders require you to take leave from your job you are provided certain rights. These rights include:
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Benefits for Veterans and Their Families in State & Local Government Jobs

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If You or Your Spouse Have Been in the Armed Services You May Get Special Benefits When Applying for a State Job Maine gives benefits to some former members of the armed services and their spouses. You can get these if you are a veteran, or if your spouse was a veteran and has passed away. If you get these benefits and you meet the minimum requirements for a classified service job, then you must get an interview. Most state jobs are "classified" civil service jobs.
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Maine Laws Supporting Military Servicemembers, Veterans and their Families

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Are you being deployed?   Or looking for spousal support from a retired service member?  Or you may be the child of a disabled veteran in need of financial aid?  Many people with connections to the U.S. Military are unaware of current laws that are meant to help them cope with the sacrifices of military service. 
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Do I Qualify for the Veteran's Property Tax Exemption?

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Use this worksheet to see if you qualify for the Veteran's Property Tax Exemption. 1. Are you a Maine Resident? Yes. Go to Question 2. No. You cannot take this exemption. 2. Are you a resident of the municipality where you are claiming the exemption? Yes. Go to Question 3. No. You cannot take this exemption
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Maine Homestead Exemption for Veterans

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General Maine Homestead Exemption All Maine residents who own their homes can claim a homestead tax exemption. Go here to learn more about the basic Maine Homestead Exemption and how service members based in Maine can qualify. If you are a veteran and Maine resident you may qualify for an additional exemption.
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What to Do if You are Denied Entry to Canada Because of a Past Criminal Conviction

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This document is for U.S. citizens only. It is not meant to be legal advice. For more help with this issue, tribal members may call PTLA Native American Unit at: 1-877-213-5630.   Please Note - If you are from a country other than the United States or Canada, or if you have more questions, go to the Canadian Citizenship and Immigration website.
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Maine’s Service Members’ Civil Relief Act

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There are two laws the protect service members who will have a hard time participating in a court or administrative proceeding because of their military duties. They are:
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