Official Civic Directory Profile FIPS Code: 23019

Penobscot County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Penobscot County, Maine. Serving a population of 155.312 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Bangor • Land Area: 3397,182 sq mi • State: Maine (ME)

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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

Open Mon-Fri

Physical Courthouse Address

Penobscot County Courthouse / Recording Office, Bangor, ME 04401

Seat of government for Penobscot County in Bangor, ME.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(207) 223-2589

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 23019 • Coordinates: 45.4093° N, -68.6666° W

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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Penobscot County

✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode

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Land Records & Real Property

Penobscot County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by 33 M.R.S. § 751

First Page Base Fee

$22.00

Includes statutory county automation index surcharge

Each Additional Page

$2.00

Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page

Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps

$2.20 per $500 ($4.40 per $1,000) split evenly between buyer and seller

Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Maine:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.

Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.

Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.

Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.

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Search land records, deed history, mortgage transfers, tax liens, judgments, and parcel ownership across Penobscot County, Maine. Instantly access official document copies online without visiting the courthouse records vault.

Warranty & Quitclaim Deeds
Mortgage & Lien Records
Assessor Parcel History

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Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Penobscot County

License Fee $40.00

Waiting Period 0 Hours

✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 90 days of issuance.
✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Penobscot County courthouse.
✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.

State Policy: Residents file intentions with their local municipal town/city clerk.

Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $15.00

Death Cert $15.00

Marriage Cert $15.00

• Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
• Filing Agency: Processed through Maine CDC Data, Research, and Vital Statistics (DRVS) and the local Penobscot County clerk counter.

Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.

Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Penobscot County

Filing Fee: $10.00

1. Filing Authority

In Penobscot County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Municipal Town Clerk.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Maine.

3. State Rules & Notice

Sole proprietors file DBA certificates with the City/Town Clerk.

Official Business & DBA Filing Assistance

Starting a Business or Filing a DBA in Penobscot County?

Save time and avoid multiple trips to the Penobscot County Municipal Town Clerk. Form your official LLC, register your Trade / Assumed Name (DBA), get your federal Tax ID (EIN), and receive your registered agent documents fully online in Maine.

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Articles of Organization

Maine Compliant

State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Maine Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Maine county recording statutes. Get attorney-drafted Quitclaim Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Promissory Notes formatted with correct margins and statutory acknowledgments.

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Regional Civic Network

Nearby County Clerks in Maine

Need to file or search public records in an adjacent jurisdiction? Explore neighboring Maine recording offices:

Piscataquis County Seat: Dover-Foxcroft

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Hancock County Seat: Ellsworth

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Somerset County Seat: Skowhegan

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Frequently Asked Questions: Penobscot County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Penobscot County Clerk & Recorder office located?

The official Penobscot County office is located at Penobscot County Courthouse / Recording Office, Bangor, ME 04401. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (207) 223-2589.

How much does it cost to record a deed in Penobscot County?

Under Maine statute (33 M.R.S. § 751), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Penobscot County costs $22.00 for the first page, plus $2.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: $2.20 per $500 ($4.40 per $1,000) split evenly between buyer and seller.

How do I obtain a marriage license in Penobscot County, ME?

Both applicants must appear in person before the Penobscot County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $40.00. Maine requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 90 days from the date of issuance.

How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Penobscot County?

In Penobscot County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Municipal Town Clerk with a standard statutory filing fee of $10.00. Sole proprietors file DBA certificates with the City/Town Clerk.

How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Penobscot County?

Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $15.00 and death certificates starting at $15.00) can be requested through the Maine CDC Data, Research, and Vital Statistics (DRVS) or directly at the Penobscot County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.