About Hancock County, Maine
Hancock County is located in East-central Maine. The county seat is Ellsworth (official site: https://hancockcountymaine.gov/).
- Population: 56,946
- Households: 24,660
- Median household income: $64,149
- Median home value: $250,900
- Below poverty line: 10.9%
- Land area: 1,587.1 sq mi
- Population density: 35.9 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 23
- NCES schools indexed: 56
Hancock County, Maine Court Records | HancockRecords.us
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Learn how to access Hancock County court records in 2026, including online and free search options. Discover what's included in court records, how long they're kept, court types, cases heard, and how to find court dockets.
DE-104 (Rev. 07/01/19) Page 1 of 1 STATE OF MAINE
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STATE OF MAINE · _____________________COUNTY PROBATE COURT · DOCKET NO. Estate of ________________________________________ ACCEPTANCE OF APPOINTMENT OF · Decedent · PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE · The undersigned: 1. Has applied/petitioned or has been nominated to be appointed Personal Representative of the above-named ·
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Hancock County Registry of Deeds
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Hancock County Registry of Deeds Ellsworth, Maine · Julie Curtis, Registrar Jamie Trader, Deputy · *** IMPORTANT RECORDING FEE UPDATE *** 2026 Holiday Schedule · Amherst · Aurora · Bar Harbor · Blue Hill · Brooklin · Brooksville · Bucksport · Castine ·
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Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
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Law enforcement records — Arrest logs and incident reports, where permitted by law, maintained by the Hancock County Sheriff's Office
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Inmate records in Hancock County are official documents created and maintained by the Hancock County Jail and the Hancock County Sheriff's Office to document individuals who are or have been held in custody within the county correctional system.
Registry of Deeds - Hancock County, Maine
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50 State Street Ellsworth,ME 207-667-9542 · The Registry of Deeds records all documents related to real property located in Hancock County . Recorded documents are available to the public, copies can be obtained in person at the Deeds office or on our website www.hancockcountydeeds.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are Maine marriage records public?▼
Marriage records in Maine are generally public — anyone can verify that a marriage occurred and request a non-certified copy. Certified copies (needed for legal purposes like name changes or immigration) may be restricted to the spouses, immediate family, or those with a court order.
Does an active warrant show up on a background check in Maine?▼
Yes. Active warrants in Maine appear on name-based criminal background checks through the Maine State Police – State Bureau of Identification (SBI) system the moment they are entered. Some employers also run a separate NCIC warrant query, which catches federal warrants as well.
How do I find someone's immigration court case?▼
The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) operates an Automated Case Information system at acis.eoir.justice.gov. Search by A-Number to find the next hearing date, court location, and case status. EOIR is part of the U.S. Department of Justice and handles all federal immigration court proceedings.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Maine?▼
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Maine record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
Last reviewed: May 25, 2026