Recording Notification Service Alert

IF YOU GET AN ALERT

I received a notification of a recording, what do I do?

Review the recorded document to ensure it is legitimate. You may search and view the Official Records here: https://hancockcountydeeds.com/search

If the document is legitimate, there is nothing you need to do.

If you feel the document is not legitimate, or you feel you are a victim of fraud, contact the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office at https://hancockcountymaine.gov/hancock-county-sheriff-s-office/ or (207) 667-7575 for assistance. You may also need to contact an attorney to determine whether you need to take legal action to undo the fraudulent recording. If you dispute a lien that has been recorded against your property, contact the lien filer.

The Registry of Deeds has no authority to take legal action on your behalf to reverse the fraudulent activity.

If a document is proven fraudulent, can it be removed from the Official Records?

No document can be removed from the Official Records. Citizens are urged to contact local law enforcement and/or an attorney for prompt, appropriate action if fraud is suspected.

Why do fraudulent documents get recorded?

The Registry of Deeds must record all documents that meet the requirements outlined in the Maine Revised Statutes. The Registry has no authority to refuse to record a properly prepared document, even if it may be fraudulent.