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CIVIL PROCESS

BUILDING CHECKS

WE NOW ACCEPT CASH!

**PLEASE NOTE THE UPDATED RETAINER FEES**

Patrol deputies are responsible for serving all civil paperwork throughout Franklin County.

 

Paperwork can be mailed or dropped off in person Monday – Friday, 8am-4pm.

 

What we need for service:

  • The original paperwork & a copy for each person to be served

  • The completed Civil Process Request Form 

  • A retainer fee of:

    • $100 for 1 serve

    • $140 for 2 serves

    • $180+ for 3 or more serves

 

Payment can be made by cash, money order or cashier’s bank check made payable to Franklin County Treasurer’s Office.

After three good faith attempts OR service has been made, we will return the original paperwork and proof of service to you.

 

What we cannot do:

  • We cannot accept debit cards, credit cards or personal checks for payment.

  • We cannot provide legal advice or assist you with completing the documents.

  • We cannot serve paperwork to anyone outside of Franklin County. The address for service MUST be within Franklin County lines.

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Standard Civil Process Fees:

Service Fee - $40​

Deputy Processing Fee - $5

Treasurer's Fee - $25

Mileage - $0.725 per mile

To see what additional charges may be associated with service, please review the Civil Process Fees.

Our sole purpose is to serve the paperwork. By accepting your documents to be served, we are not expressing the opinion that they are properly completed or are legally sufficient for your purpose. We recommend you consult with an attorney if you have questions or require assistance.

Of the people, for the people.

CONTACT US

Franklin County Sheriff's Office

120 County Way, Suite 1

Farmington, ME 04938

Phone: (207) 778-2680

Fax: (508) 296-4032

Franklin County Detention Center

121 County Way

Farmington, ME 04938

Phone: (207) 778-3032

Regular office hours are M-F, 8a-4p

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