Crime Statistics
Crime statistics in Maine are collated from each county by the State of Maine Department of Public Safety. Somerset County’s crime statistics are collected and maintained by the county law enforcement agencies who report their statistics to the FBI UCR program annually. In 2018, it was reported that Somerset County saw a crime rate of 15.36, with 26 cases of rape, seven robberies, 27 aggravated assault, 130 burglaries, 546 cases of larceny, and 38 cases of vehicle theft.
How Do I Get Somerset County Criminal Records?
The sheriff’s departments create and maintain criminal records. They are records that document an individual’s criminal history. In Somerset, an inquirer may obtain criminal records from these agencies on request and with the designated fees online, in person, over the phone, or by mail from the Somerset County Sheriff's Office. The address of the office is as follows:
131 E. Madison Rd.
Madison ME 04950
Phone: (207) 474-9591
Fax: (207) 858-4705
In Maine, the State Bureau of Identification Department of Public Safety is the government agency responsible for criminal records and criminal records requests. The department is the central repository for Criminal History Record Information (CHRI). These requests cost $31. The site provides information on conviction and adjudication within the state, including juvenile crimes. To use the services, however, an inquirer will be asked to become a subscriber. When that is achieved, the inquirer must provide the subject's full name and subject's date of birth.
In addition, the inquirer may also use the United States background Check services focusing on the portals provided for State criminals in the State of Maine. The search costs $20.00 using this means. The address of the State Bureau of Identification is as follows:
45 Commerce Drive, Suite 1
State House Station 42
Augusta, ME 04333-0042
Phone: (207) 624-7240
How To Find Somerset County Sex Offender Information
Maine State Police, State Bureau of Identification maintains a statewide sex offender registry according to federal laws. This registry contains relevant information on all convicted sex offenders within the state. Residents can conduct searches using the Individual’s name, city location, or zip code.
How do I Visit an Inmate in Somerset County Jail?
Friends and family of inmates incarcerated in the Somerset County jail may visit or contact the county correctional facility at the following address:
Somerset County Jail
Prison in Madison, Maine
131 E Madison Rd,
Madison, ME 04950, United States
Phone: (207) 474-7409
Specific rules apply for parties wishing to visit or contact inmates incarcerated in the Somerset County Jail, such as:
- All visitors at the facility must be registered
- Visitors must also provide a valid government-issued photo ID for registration and entrance into the facility.
- When the registration request has been accepted, the visitor will be notified of the approval by mail.
- Only after this process will a visitor be allowed to schedule a session, however, the facility does not allow contact visits.
- Visits at the facility are for a maximum of 60 minutes.
- Visits must be scheduled one (1) day in advance. The inquirer may schedule by calling (207) 474.7409 ext. 2045 during work hours on weekdays.
- Visitors mustn't be tardy, hence, they are advised to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled visit time to allow for visitor processing.
Times of visitation for Somerset County Jail are as follows:
Tuesday:
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
7:45 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Wednesday:
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday:
12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
7:45 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Sunday:
12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Family and friends can also contact inmates by mail at using the following address along with a return address:
Inmate Name and Identification number
131 E Madison Rd, Madison,
ME 04950, United States
Where And How To Find Somerset County Inmate Information
In Maine, the Sheriff’s department and jail administrators of prisons and jails are charged with maintaining inmate records in each county. Somerset County doesn’t maintain an online inmate roster list of incarcerated inmates, however, inquirers may locate inmates by calling the facility and making a direct inquiry from the jail officer. The Inquirer should have the following information ready:
- First and last name of the inmate
- Inmate I.D. number
- Date of birth
The State of Maine Department of Corrections maintains a statewide inmate roster of individuals incarcerated in correctional facilities within the state. The department provides an online searchable database that helps inquirers to locate criminals and their records.
Search results may include:
- Arrests
- Criminal Records
- Offense Description
- Warrant Number
- Court Type and Date
- Arresting Officer and badge details
- Arrest Date
What are Somerset County Court Records?
In Somerset County, court records are typically generated, stored and disseminated by the State of Maine Judicial Branch. The website offers users information on courts within the state where cases of interest were heard, forms to file motions, a list of court fees, and a portal to download the request form used to request copies of court documents. The form must be mailed along with the relevant fees to:
Judicial Branch Service Center
P.O. Box 266
Lewiston, ME 04243.
Email: jbrecordcheck@courts.maine.gov
The inquirer may call ahead of sending requests to ensure the process is done right and no changes have occurred to avoid repetition. The website also provides users with detailed courthouse locations by county.
Location of all courts in Somerset County
Somerset County Superior Court
41 Court St
Skowhegan, ME 04976
Phone: (207) 474-5161
Somerset County District Court - Skowhegan
47 Court St
Skowhegan, ME 04976
Phone: (207) 474-9518
Somerset County Probate Court
41 Court St
Skowhegan, ME 04976
Phone: (207) 474-3322
Fax: (207) 858-4235
What are Somerset County Vital Records?
The Maine Division of Public Health Systems (MDPHS) is responsible for maintaining vital records for the state. Maine is a closed record state, meaning that only authorized individuals may order vital records of birth, deaths, marriages, and divorces in Somerset County. Only records from January 1923 are maintained at the department, but inquirers may obtain records prior to that time from the municipal office and district court at Somerset county.
Where and How To Get Birth and Death Records
An inquirer requesting birth and death records must be able to provide an explanation of the relationship to the person named on the record. The inquirer is also be required to provide the following information:
- The full name of the individual named on the record
- Date of birth
- Name of city/town/county the birth occurred and was recorded
- The names of the parents, including the mother's maiden name
- Inquirer’s relationship to the name on the requested birth record
- Contact information
For death records, the required information is:
- The deceased party’s full name
- Date of death
- Name of city/town/county the death occurred and was recorded
- Inquirer’s relationship to the name on the death record being requested
- Contact information
In addition to government agencies, county public records may also be obtained from third-party websites. These non-government platforms come with intuitive tools that allow for expansive searches. Record seekers may either opt to use these tools to search for a specific record or multiple records. Users are able to search third-party websites remotely for multiple records at a time with just the name of the record subject and their last known location, including the city, county, or state. Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.
Where and How to Get Marriage records
The inquirer shall provide the following information:
- Bride’s full name, with the maiden name
- Groom’s full name
- Date of marriage
- Name of city/town/county where the marriage license was issued
- Contact information
Where and how to get Divorce Records
The inquirer shall provide the following information:
- The Inquirer must list the names of participants as they were at the time the divorce was granted and recorded
- Date of divorce
- Name of city/town/county the divorce was granted and finalized
- Contact information
Divorce Records prior to 1923 and actual divorce decrees may be obtained from the Somerset District Court where the divorce was granted. The department issues certified and uncertified copies of the records. The certified copies cost $15.00 and $6.00 for each additional copy. Non-certified copies cost $10.00 and are usually stamped “not for legal purposes.” Written requests must be mailed alongside a payment check or money order, a copy of the inquirer’s photo ID and a self-addressed, stamped envelope with the filled and completed request application form. The check should be made payable to: "Treasurer - State of Maine.”
According to state laws, birth records less than 75 years old, marriage records less than 50 years old, and death records less than 25 years old are private and restricted records. To obtain copies of these records, an inquirer must be “authorized” to do so.
- The subject of the record
- Named Parents
- Direct descendants of the subject of the record, such as Children and grandchildren
- The subject’s spouse
- Legal custodian guardian with proof
- Authorized Genealogist
- Legal representative.
The Department of the Secretary of State, Maine State Archives maintains historical public records in the state, including vital records from 1892 - 1922. However, the notices of births, death, and marriages are no longer available, they only issue uncertified copies of the events.
