Maine Eviction court process & timeline

How does the eviction court process work in Maine?

An eviction (forcible entry and detainer) starts with a summons and complaint served like other civil cases. After 3 good-faith service attempts on different days, the landlord may mail them and leave them at the home. Residential tenants must get the court's plain-language form notice explaining the process.

Verified Source: 14 M.R.S. § 6004 · last checked 2026-10-15