Civil Process

Our Civil division is responsible for processing and serving all civil paperwork in Knox county. This includes but is not limited to: Summonses, Small Claims, Family Matters, Evictions, Subpoenas, etc. We work closely with the courts, other law enforcement agencies, Attorneys, landlords and our pro se customers.

What is needed for service?

• Original paperwork + a copy

• Current contact information for the receiving party. If you do not have a current physical address, you may request that we do a postal inquiry. Please note: this will add $10.00 to your invoice.

• Your current contact information

• $90.00 deposit. Deposit must be paid before paperwork will go out for service. We accept checks (made payable to: Knox County Sheriff's Office), cash or money order. We do not accept credit/debit cards.

How can I get the documents to you for service?

• In person: paperwork can be dropped off at our office in the Public Safety Building @ 301 Park Street in Rockland during business hours (if these hours do not work for you, there is a secure drop box in our lobby that is accessible 24/7 where paperwork can be left)

• Mail:  Knox County Sheriff's Office 

            301 Park Street

           Rockland, Maine 04841

• Email: lpinkham@knoxcountymaine.gov 

Although we do our best to make sure that all paperwork is served + returned in a timely manner, please know that successful service is dependent on the information you provide & how quickly our Deputy can make contact with the intended recipient.

Serving the communities of: Appleton, Camden, Cushing, Friendship, Hope, Isle Au Haut, Matinicus Isle Plantation, North Haven, Owls Head, Rockland, Rockport, South Thomaston, St. George, Thomaston, Union, Vinalhaven, Warren & Washington. 

Civil Process Hours Of Operation

Monday-Friday 

9am-4pm

*hours are subject to change due to holidays and unexpected closures

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