Maine Judicial Branch

The Maine Judicial Branch is Maines state court system, comprised of the Supreme Judicial Court, the Superior Court, the District Court and the Administrative Office of the Courts. MISSION To administer justice by providing a safe, accessible, efficient and impartial system of dispute resolution that serves the public interest, protects individual rights, and instills respect for the law. The Judicial Branch has set three strategic priorities to assist in fulfilling this mission: 1. Providing easy access to justice; 2. Ensure the effective and efficient delivery of justice; and 3. Foster public trust, confidence and impartiality in the justice system. The Judicial Branch is one of three co-equal branches of state government under the Maine Constitution along with the Executive and Legislative branches. Judges and Justices are appointed by the Governor, confirmed by the Senate, and serve seven-year terms