Lincoln District Court cases in Penobscot County, Lincoln, ME
Penobscot County District Court (Lincoln) is a Maine District Court location in Lincoln, serving the surrounding area as a trial court of limited jurisdiction within the state's unified judicial system. It handles misdemeanor criminal matters; traffic and ordinance violations; small claims; landlord‑tenant (forcible entry and detainer) cases; protection from abuse and harassment orders; family matters (divorce, parental rights and responsibilities, child support); and juvenile proceedings. The court also hears other statutory civil matters, such as name changes and certain mental health proceedings. Cases that exceed District Court jurisdiction, including major civil actions and serious criminal cases, are handled by the Maine Superior Court.
Lincoln District Court Contact and Location Information
| Court Type: | District Court |
| County: | Penobscot |
| Street Address: | 52 Main Street |
| City: | Lincoln |
| Zip Code: | 4457 |
| Phone: | 207-794-8512 |
| Hours: | Monday - Friday : 8:00 am - 4:00 pm |
| Website URL: | https://www.courts.maine.gov/courts/district/lincoln-dc.html |
| Parking: | Parking lot on Fleming Street behind the courthouse. |
| Restrictions: | No firearms, knives, or weapons of any kind. No food or drink in courtrooms. No cell phones, cameras, or other electronic recording devices in courtrooms. No pets, except service animals. |
| Jury Service: | https://www.courts.maine.gov/juror/trial.html |
| Languages: | Multiple |
| ADA: | Court Access Coordinator |
| ADA Phone: | 207-822-0721 |
| ADA Fax / Email: | accessibility@courts.maine.gov |
Services and Case Types Handled in Lincoln District Court
Penobscot County District Court (Lincoln) serves the public by:
- Accepting and processing filings: civil (small claims, landlord-tenant/evictions, protection from abuse/harassment, traffic and other civil violations), family matters (divorce, parental rights, child support), juvenile and child protection, and criminal complaints (misdemeanors; felony initial appearances and bail).
- Issuing and enforcing protective orders (Protection from Abuse and Protection from Harassment), including emergency requests.
- Scheduling and holding court hearings, arraignments, conferences, and mediations; managing calendars; providing interpreter and ADA accommodations; and maintaining case records and copies.
- Collecting fines, fees, restitution; processing payments and bail.
- Providing clerk assistance with forms, procedures, and hearing information.
Note: Jury service and jury trials are handled by Penobscot County Superior Court; the District Court does not conduct jury trials.