About Lincoln County, Maine
Lincoln County is located in southern Maine. The county seat is Wiscasset (official site: http://www.lincolncountymaine.me/).
- Population: 36,491
- Households: 15,848
- Median household income: $69,638
- Median home value: $276,400
- Below poverty line: 9.1%
- Land area: 455.9 sq mi
- Population density: 80.0 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 11
- NCES schools indexed: 32
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Originally established to provide certain court, jail and road functions, counties in Maine have always performed regional government functions. They still do as illustrated by the information provided on this Website. In addition to performing their current regional duties, state law allows counties to partner with municipalities to perform functions that are mutually beneficial to both levels of government. Lincoln County has taken the lead in doing this with its Recycling & Food Waste Management Program, its County Planner and its County Economic Development Director.
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District Attorney Natasha Irving natasha.irving@maineprosecutors.com · · Emergency Management: EMA Director Emily Huber ehuber@lincounty.me · · Finance Office: Finance Director & County Treasurer · Michelle Richardson mrichardson@lincounty.me · · Registry of Deeds: Register of Deeds Rebecca Wotton rwotton@lincounty.me · · Registry of Probate: Register of Probate Catherine Moore cmoore@lincounty.me · Sheriff's Office: Sheriff Todd B. Brackett tbrackett@lincolnso.me ·
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The Probate Court has jurisdiction over all subject matters relating to admitting wills to probate, appointment of personal representative, appointment of guardians and conservators, name changes, adoptions . Records in the Lincoln County Probate Court begin in 1760.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Maine if I wasn't convicted?▼
In Maine, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Maine's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Maine State Police – State Bureau of Identification (SBI).
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. For local records, contact your county or town clerk's office; older records may be held by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services – Vital Records.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in Maine?▼
In Maine, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by Maine law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process in Maine is known as "no general expungement (limited post-conviction)" and runs through the Superior / District Court. Typical filing fee: varies.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Maine?▼
Yes. Search the Superior Court / District Court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Maine counties offer free online case-search portals; for county-specific access contact your county or town clerk's office. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
Last reviewed: May 25, 2026