Oxford County
Oxford County is the sixth largest county in Maine, occupying a land area of 2,077 square miles. It was created in 1805 from parts of York and Cumberland County. As of 2022, the county is home to 58,276 residents. The county's most populous community is Rumford, while the county seat is Paris.
Oxford County has three trial courts: the Superior, District, and Probate Courts. The Superior Court handles all jury trials in Oxford County. It also has exclusive jurisdiction over felony-related crimes, equity cases, and appeals from state/local administrative agencies.
Meanwhile, the Oxford County District Courts in South Paris and Rumford typically hear misdemeanors and other minor criminal cases punishable by up to a one-year jail sentence. The District Courts also resolve civil cases such as monetary claims, personal injuries, contract disputes, and torts. Each District Court in Oxford County has specialized divisions tasked with addressing domestic relations cases, juvenile cases, traffic offenses, and small claims. Legal proceedings related to the validation of wills, administration of decedents' estates, guardianships, and conservatorships are exclusive to the Oxford County Probate Court.
Oxford County public court records contain details of how legal matters are handled in the county's judicial system. These documents provide information on case filings, evidence presented, claims/charges, court transcripts, and judgments. Per the Maine Freedom of Access Act, interested persons can view or request Oxford County court records from designated court clerks. Examples of court records available to the public include:
- Civil records
- Criminal records
- Probate records
- Traffic records
- Small claims records
- Family law records
Some court records containing juvenile, adoption, mental health, and other sensitive cases are confidential. Court clerks in Oxford County provide confidential records only to the record owners, their attorneys, and individuals permitted through court orders. Public court records are accessible by visiting or calling the court clerk at:
Oxford County Courthouse
26 Western Avenue
P.O. Box 179
South Paris, ME 04281
Phone: (207) 743-8942
Individuals interested in viewing Oxford County court records online can use the re:Search Maine tool available to only registered subscribers. They can also find court records online via the Maine eCourts, which contain limited information but it is free of charge.
