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In Maine, you have 5 days after signing consent to change your mind for any reason. This is a significant protection for birth parents.
State law also requires that you wait a minimum of 72 hours after birth before you are allowed to sign consent in the first place. This 72 hours is a minimum so you can take as long as you'd like before signing.
During the 5 day period after you've signed, you can simply file a written statement revoking your consent and requesting the return of your child. You do not need to prove fraud or duress.
Your child must be immediately returned to you if you revoke within this 5 day period.