Penobscot County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$175
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Available
Through Tyler Technologies
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$175
Small claims$15 to $70
Divorce / family$120

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $175, the civil filing fee in Penobscot County is about the same as nearby counties (median $175 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Penobscot Judicial Center Clerk's Office
Diana Durgin
Call the clerk
Jury service
(800) 222-0226

Courthouses in Penobscot County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileSmall ClaimsEviction

Millinocket District Court

Address
207 Penobscot Ave, Millinocket, 04462
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileSmall ClaimsEviction

Newport District Court (temporarily at Penobscot Judicial Center)

Address
78 Exchange St, Bangor, 04401

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Penobscot County?

    The civil filing fee in Penobscot County, Maine is $175.00 (general civil or real estate action, Superior/District Court; Maine Court Fees Schedule JB-05-26, eff. 2026-03-09)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Penobscot County?

    $70.00 (includes $15 mediation fee; eff. 2026-03-09)

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Penobscot County?

    $120.00 (entry of a Family Matter action; eff. 2026-03-09)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Penobscot County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies.

  • Is there a free online case search for Penobscot County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at researchmaine.tylerhost.net.

  • Where do I file court documents in Penobscot County?

    Filings go to the Penobscot Judicial Center Clerk's Office, located at 78 Exchange Street, Bangor, ME 04401. You can reach the clerk at (207) 561-2300.

Penobscot County Superior Court, ME: (207) 561-2300, Hours & $175 Filing Fee | 1Court