The Maine Petition for Review of Incapacity provides a legal process for individuals who are declared incapacitated to receive a review of that ruling. This type of petition is a legal request for the court to decide whether a person is in fact incapacitated, as determined by a doctor or other medical professional. The petition can be filed by the individual or by another person on their behalf, such as a family member, friend, or legal representative. There are two types of Maine Petition for Review of Incapacity: a Traditional Petition for Review of Incapacity and a Special Needs Trust Petitions for Review of Incapacity. The Traditional Petition for Review of Incapacity is used when an individual is declared legally incapable of managing their own affairs. The Special Needs Trust Petitions for Review of Incapacity is used when an individual is declared legally incapable of managing their own funds or assets. The petition must include all relevant information about the individual’s medical condition and any other pertinent facts that may be relevant to the court’s decision.