Aroostook County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Aroostook County, ME. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Houlton area.

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Courts (4)

4 courthouses

Main Courthouse

Caribou District Court

144 Sweden Street, Suite 104

Caribou, ME 04736

Phone: (207) 493-3144Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. except for Court Holidays, Administrative Weeks and closings due to storms or emergencies.

Other Courthouse Locations

Fort Kent District Court

139 Market Street, Suite 101

Fort Kent, ME 04743

Serves: Portions of Aroostook County (e.g., Madawaska, St. David, Grand Isle, Lille after Nov 1, 2025).

Phone: (207) 834-5003Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. except for Court Holidays, Administrative Weeks and closings due to storms or emergencies.

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Houlton District Court

26 Court Street, Suite 201

Houlton, ME 04730

Serves: Portions of Aroostook County (e.g., Houlton, 1/2 C Aroostook U).

Phone: (207) 532-2147Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. except for Court Holidays, Administrative Weeks and closings due to storms or emergencies.

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Presque Isle District Court

27 Riverside Drive

Presque Isle, ME 04769

Serves: Portions of Aroostook County.

Phone: (207) 764-2055Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. except for Court Holidays, Administrative Weeks and closings due to storms or emergencies.

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How to File in Aroostook County

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E-filing available

This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

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File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.

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File by mail

Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this courthouse first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee (check or money order) plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.

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A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.

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For statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Maine small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.