Fort Kent District Court
Filing information for Fort Kent District Court in Fort Kent, ME. Part of the Aroostook County small claims court system.
Small claims in Maine — the numbers that apply at this court
$10,000
maximum claim
$50
filing fee (published)
6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Maine small claims guide · The form that starts a case (SC-001): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Fort Kent District Court
139 Market Street, Suite 101
Fort Kent, ME 04743
Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. except for Court Holidays, Administrative Weeks and closings due to storms or emergencies.
Area Served
Portions of Aroostook County (e.g., Madawaska, St. David, Grand Isle, Lille after Nov 1, 2025).
How to File at Fort Kent District Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: eFiling (eFileMaine/Tyler File & Serve) is coming to Aroostook County District Courts (Caribou, Fort Kent, Houlton, Presque Isle) on June 1, 2026. It is mandatory for attorneys, governmental agencies, and parties who file more than six cases in a year. It is optional for most other filers. Guide & File is an interactive web-based application for self-represented parties. [cite: 9, previous search]
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to get your money back?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideWrong court? Aroostook County has 4 courts.
See all 4 courts in Aroostook County →Small claims rules in Maine
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 6 yrs property damage · 6 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Fort Kent District Court?
Filing fees in Maine are set by the state and are $50. If you can't afford the fee, Maine offers a fee waiver — ask the clerk how to apply. Fees change, so confirm the current amount with the court clerk before you file.
What's the most I can sue for in Aroostook County?
Small claims cases in Aroostook County are limited to $10,000. If your claim is worth more than that, you either have to bring it in a different court or give up the amount above the limit to stay in small claims. The clerk can confirm which court fits your claim.
Can I file online at Fort Kent District Court?
Electronic filing exists here, but the record indicates it isn't open to people representing themselves — it's for attorneys. Plan to file in person or by mail, and ask the clerk whether that's still the case.
Where is Fort Kent District Court, and when is it open?
Fort Kent District Court is at 139 Market Street, Suite 101, Fort Kent, ME 04743. Posted hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. except for Court Holidays, Administrative Weeks and closings due to storms or emergencies.. Phone: (207) 834-5003. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Fort Kent?
Small claims court is built for people representing themselves, and most filers do exactly that. Whether an attorney may appear varies by state — the state guide linked on this page covers the rule where you are, and the clerk can confirm it.
Answers reflect published court data. Court rules and fees change — the clerk is always the authoritative source.