18-C M.R.S. §9-108: Application of prior laws

The laws in effect on August 31, 2019 apply to proceedings for which any of the following occurred before September 1, 2019:

1. Consent. The filing of a consent;

2. Surrender and release. The filing of a surrender and release;

3. Waiver of notice. The filing of a waiver of notice by a parent or putative parent under former Title 19, section 532‑C;

4. Order terminating parental rights. The issuance of an order terminating parental rights; or

5. Adoption petition. The filing of a petition for adoption.