What is the June 8, 2026 hearing about?

The hearing concerns a DHHS petition for a child protection order and/or termination of parental rights for Kaleb O.

Where and when must I appear?

At Maine District Court, 11 Market Street, Belfast, ME, on June 8, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

What happens if I don't attend the hearing?

The court may issue a child protection order and/or terminate parental rights in your absence.

Court Notice — 11 Market Street, Belfast, ME (BEL-PC-24-18)

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DHHS has filed for a Child Protection Order and/or termination of parental rights for child Kaleb O.; a hearing is set for June 8, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. in Belfast. The father, Donald Orr, whose whereabouts are unknown, is being notified and must appear.

Key Takeaways

Hearing June 8, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. in Belfast
DHHS seeks child protection and/or termination of parental rights
Respondent named: Donald Orr, whereabouts unknown
Failure to appear may lead to loss of parental rights

Deadline · Hearing Date

June 8, 2026

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Published

May 7, 2026 · 2 weeks ago

What to do next

1
Attend the hearing
Appear at Maine District Court, 11 Market Street, Belfast, ME on June 8, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.
2
Contact DHHS or court for details
Reach out to the Maine Department of Health & Human Services or the Belfast District Court before the hearing for case information.
3
Seek legal counsel
Consult a family law attorney promptly to prepare a response and represent you at the June 8, 2026 hearing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the June 8, 2026 hearing about?: The hearing concerns a DHHS petition for a child protection order and/or termination of parental rights for Kaleb O.
Where and when must I appear?: At Maine District Court, 11 Market Street, Belfast, ME, on June 8, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.
What happens if I don't attend the hearing?: The court may issue a child protection order and/or terminate parental rights in your absence.

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Legal terms in this notice

Child Protection Order: A court order limiting or changing parental custody to protect a child's safety.
Termination of Parental Rights: A legal process permanently ending a parent's legal rights and responsibilities to their child.
22 M.R.S. §4001: Maine statute governing child protection and termination of parental rights procedures.
M.R. Civ. P. Rule 4(g)(1)(A)-(C): Court rule outlining how service by publication or alternative notice is properly provided.

Full Notice Text

LEGAL NOTICE AND NOTICE OF HEARING
Maine Department of Health & Human Services MAINE DISTRICT COURT
IN RE: Kaleb O. 		 Doc. No.: BEL-PC-24-18
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO Donald Orr whereabouts unknown:
Pursuant to 22 M.R.S. §4001 et seq., the Maine Department of
Health & Human Services(hereafter, "DHHS")has petitioned the
Court for a Child Protection Order and/or Termination of Paren-
tal Rights Order, concerning the child: Kaleb O. d/o/b:09/21/2010
born at Maine Coast Memorial Hospital, Ellsworth. Maine. The moth-
er is Jennifer L. Atwood, and the father is or may be Donald Orr.
DHHS has met the requirements of M.R. Civ. P. Rule 4(g)(l)(A)-(C).
Hearing on the pending Petition(s) will be held at Maine District Court,
11 Market Street, Belfast, Maine 04915, on June 8, 2026 at 8:30 a.m ..
Failure to appear at this hearing may result in the issuance of a child
protection order, the termination of your parental rights, and/or any
other order permissible under 22 M.R.S. §4001 e

Court Notice — 11 Market Street, Belfast, ME (BEL-PC-24-18)

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