CORNISH · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
B
17/24
Cornish gets a B.
Maine FOAA gives 5 business days with the Public Access Ombudsman for advisory opinions. Booking photos public. eCourts e-filing rollout still in progress — courts criterion takes a partial credit.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Cornish.
COMPUTED 2026-06-02 13:21 UTC · SCORE 17/24
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FBI Wanted
U.S. Courts
BOP Inmate Locator
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
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- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-02 12:53 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-02 12:53 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-02 12:53 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-06-02 12:53 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
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Recent Maine Court Cases
Most recent Maine court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-00132 | STINECIPHER v. MAINE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY et al | 06/01/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-20008 | Michael P Lyden | 06/01/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 2:26-cr-00035-1 | USA v. VARGAS | 06/01/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-00218 | UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE v. JORDAN et al | 06/01/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00091 | JEFFRIES v. UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE | 06/01/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00233 | NOBREGA v. DUBOIS et al | 06/01/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00236 | NOBREGA v. KORTES et al | 06/01/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 2:26-cr-00034-1 | USA v. DAVIS | 06/01/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-20126 | Janessa E Gaston | 06/01/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00164 | BAYNE v. STATE OF MAINE | 05/30/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00062 | US BANK TRUST v. RICHARDSON | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:25-cv-00651 | BEAUCHEMIN v. KENNEBEC COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY et al | 05/29/2026 |
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Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: County-level FAQ — applies to all of York County. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
What's the source for arrest records in Old Orchard Beach?▼
Old Orchard Beach, ME (York County) arrest records: Old Orchard Beach Police Department (https://oobpd.com/) — public via Maine FOAA (1 M.R.S. §401-410). York County Sheriff (https://www.yorkcountymaine.gov/sheriff-s-office) for inmate. Statewide criminal history: Maine SBI (https://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/about/sbi/) — name-based public CHRI $31 online (https://www5.informe.org/online/pcr/). Statute 16 M.R.S. §703-708 (https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/16/title16ch3sec0.html). Court records: Maine Judicial Branch (https://www.courts.maine.gov/) docket search. FBI Identity History Summary $18. Maine FOAA. Portland Press Herald (https://www.pressherald.com/) for regional blotter.
How do I search property ownership in Springvale?▼
Springvale is a village within the City of Sanford (York County, Maine), so property records come from the Sanford Assessor's Office and the York County Registry of Deeds. Sanford Assessing (https://www.sanfordmaine.org/departments/assessing/index.php, 919 Main Street, Sanford, ME 04073, 207-324-9115, assess@sanfordmaine.org) maintains parcel-level ownership, tax maps, valuations, and exemption status. The interactive Sanford GIS/parcel viewer is at https://www.axisgis.com/sanfordme/ - free public access by owner name, address, or parcel ID. The Vision Government Solutions Maine database (https://www.vgsi.com/maine-online-database/) hosts Sanford's online assessment data. For deeds, mortgages, and recorded chain-of-title, use the York County Registry of Deeds (https://www.yorkcountymaine.gov/registry-of-deeds, 45 Kennebunk Road, Alfred, ME 04002, 207-324-1576). Online deed search is free at the York County eRecording portal (linked from the Registry page); certified copies are 2 dollars first page plus 1 dollar each additional, plus 1 dollar certification per Maine Title 33 section 751. The Sanford Tax Collector (https://www.sanfordmaine.org/departments/treasurer_tax_collector/index.php) shows current property tax balances. Maine's Freedom of Access Act (1 M.R.S. section 408-A) opens these records to public inspection.
What's the source for arrest records in Waterville?▼
Arrest records in Waterville, ME (Kennebec County) come from the Waterville Police Department at 10 Colby Street, Waterville, ME 04901 (207-680-4700). Maine Freedom of Access Act (1 M.R.S. §401) makes adult arrest reports public; submit a written records request. The Kennebec County Sheriff's Office at 125 State Street, Augusta, ME 04330 (207-623-3614) handles county-level arrests. The Maine State Police State Bureau of Identification at https://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/about/sbi provides statewide criminal history (free for own record at https://www5.informe.org/online/pcr/, $31). Court charges are at https://www.courts.maine.gov/ecourts/. Sources: Waterville PD (https://www.waterville-me.gov/245/Police-Department), ME State Police (https://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/).
Where do I check the status of a citation in Maine?▼
To check the status of a traffic citation in Maine, use the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles online services at https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/ or the Maine Judicial Branch case search at https://courts.maine.gov/. Traffic citations are typically heard in District Court. The Violations Bureau handles civil violations and waivers at https://courts.maine.gov/courts/traffic/index.html. Driver records, including citations, are restricted under federal DPPA (18 U.S.C. §2721); the licensed driver can order their own driving record from BMV for $7. The Maine Judicial Branch is at 1 Court Street, Augusta, ME 04330 (207-822-0792). Sources: Maine BMV (https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/), Maine Courts (https://courts.maine.gov/).
Where do I find voter registration info in Maine?▼
To find voter registration info in Maine, use the Maine Voter Information Lookup at https://absenteeballotrequest.sos.maine.gov/ (visible to the voter for their own record) or the Maine Bureau of Corporations, Elections & Commissions at https://www.maine.gov/sos/cec/elec/. Voter registration is processed by the local Registrar of Voters in your municipality. Maine has same-day registration. The Voter File (with names, addresses, party, voting history) is available to political parties, candidates, and qualified researchers under M.R.S. Title 21-A §196-A. The Maine Secretary of State office is at 148 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333 (207-624-7650). Sources: Maine SOS (https://www.maine.gov/sos/), Maine Voter Lookup (https://www1.maine.gov/).
How do I run a background check in Maine?▼
To run a background check in Maine, the Maine State Police State Bureau of Identification at https://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/ offers a public name-based criminal history search at https://www5.informe.org/online/pcr/ for $31. For fingerprint-based checks (required for many licenses), use a state-approved IdentoGO location. The Maine Courts public case search is at https://www.courts.maine.gov/ecourts/. Maine Freedom of Access Act (1 M.R.S. §401) governs disclosure. Employment screening must comply with the FCRA and Maine Revised Statutes Title 5 §784. Sources: Maine SBI (https://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/about/sbi), Maine Courts (https://courts.maine.gov/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Cornish, ME
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
City of Cornish, ME
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| JOHN DUBOIS | CORNISH |
| ADAM MCBRIDE | CORNISH |
| THOMAS THOMAN | CORNISH |
| NICOLE BROOKER | CORNISH |
| CHARLENE BARTON | CORNISH |
| FOOTHILLS PHYSICAL THERAPY, PA | CORNISH |
| A CENTER FOR LIFE ENHANCEMENT, INC. | CORNISH |
| SARAH ROGERS | CORNISH |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (ME) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-19 | Experian Information S | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-19 | Experian Information S | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-18 | Hatfield, Inc. | Struggling to pay your loan |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 7
City of Cornish, ME
| EIN | Organization |
|---|---|
| 010480568 | Cornish Historical Society Inc. |
| 010532219 | Ossipee Valley Christian School |
| 016014486 | Cornish Library Association |
| 365022636 | Grateful Undead |
| 831205917 | Inspired Missions |
| 882418667 | Compassionate Missions |
| 994285017 | Masters and Wardens of the 18th Masonic District o |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 10
Direct from ME state + federal sources · no aggregators
Federal Agency
US Department of Labor cites Piggly Wiggly franchisee for willful, serious violations after employee suffers amputation
Jun 1, 2026
doj_news
Former Correctional Officer Sentenced to 33 Months in Prison for Conspiracy, Obstruction of Justice Charges Related to Unlawful Beating of Inmate
Jun 1, 2026
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Brooklyn Man Charged with Threatening to Assault and Murder ICE Officer and His Family
Jun 1, 2026
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Man Sentenced for Kidnapping Victim at Gunpoint and Seeking Ransom for Drug Debt
Jun 1, 2026
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Justice Department Secures Ruling to Allow Montana Vegetation Management Project to Proceed
Jun 1, 2026
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Military Health Care: Families Face Challenges Accessing Care for Special Needs, Defense Has Not Reviewed Coverage
Jun 1, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Cornish
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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18-year-old arrested in connection with Cornish house fire
CORNISH, Maine (WABI) - An 18-year-old is under arrest in connection with a fire at a Cornish home. The Maine Fire Marshal’s Office says the fire at a home on Old Pike Road Monday …
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18-year-old arrested on Cornish arson charge
A Maine teen is behind bars Saturday night and is accused of arson.
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Man arrested on arson charge in Cornish
A local man has been arrested in connection with a fire that occurred on Old Pike Road last week. Pather Joyce, 18, of Cornish, was arrested Saturday on a warrant charging him with…
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Maine fire investigators identify 3 people in connection with Cornish blaze
The State Fire Marshal's Office has not determined a cause of the fire and said the investigation is ongoing. It's been nearly 4 months since Nancy Guthrie disappeared. An ex-FBI s…
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Investigators arrest 18-year-old in connection to Cornish fire that left home significantly damaged
An 18-year-old from Cornish was charged with arson amid an ongoing investigation into a house fire on Old Pike Road.
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Investigators to question three men after suspicious Cornish fire
Also read: 14-year-old charged after police chase in Lewiston; Since the incident, investigators have examined the fire scene, interviewed witnesses and reviewed surveillance vide …
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Investigators looking for public’s help after suspicious fire in Cornish
Three men captured on video may hold answers to a mysterious Cornish fire. Officials are asking for help identifying them.