Code of Maine Rules
16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE
Chapter 19 - DIED WHILE IN THE LINE OF DUTY DEATH BENEFITS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
Section 222-19-4 - Filing request for benefit
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
1. A person who is potentially eligible to receive these benefits, or a person authorized to request benefits acting as an agent of a potentially eligible person, must forward a written request to the Chief for a State of Maine Application for Line of Duty Death Benefit within 90 days of the law enforcement officer's death. The 90 day period may be extended by the Chief for good cause shown.
2. Upon receipt of the written request for a State of Maine Application for Line of Duty Death Benefit, the Chief shall provide an application package and questionnaire that must be completed and returned within 30 days of receipt by the applicant. The 30 day period may be extended by the Chief for good cause shown.