Maine Statutes
§ 22 §4010 — Spiritual treatment
Maine·Title 22 HEALTH AND WELFARE·Part 3 CHILDREN·Ch. 1071 CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES AND CHILD PROTECTION ACT
1.Treatment not considered abuse or neglect.
Under subchapters I to VII, a child shall not be considered to be abused or neglected, in jeopardy of health or welfare or in danger of serious harm solely because treatment is by spiritual means by an accredited practitioner of a recognized religious organization.
2.Treatment to be considered if requested.
When medical treatment is authorized under this chapter, treatment by spiritual means by an accredited practitioner of a recognized religious organization may also be considered if requested by the child or the child's parent.
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Legislative History
PL 1979, c. 733, §18 (NEW). RR 2021, c. 2, Pt. B, §182 (COR).
Nearby Sections
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§ 22 §4001
Title§ 22 §4002
Definitions§ 22 §4003
Purposes§ 22 §4004
Authorizations§ 22 §4004-A
Voluntary agreements§ 22 §4005-C
Rights of persons who are not parties§ 22 §4005-D
Access to and participating in proceedings§ 22 §4005-E
Relatives; visitation and access; placement§ 22 §4005-F
Determinations of parentage