Delaware court records are filed with the Prothonotary. The Superior Court / Court of Chancery / Court of Common Pleas handles trial-level cases. Delaware offers a statewide court search through Delaware Courts, which covers most case types across all counties courts.
What this page covers: Delaware state court case records — criminal, civil, family, and probate filings. What it does not cover: Federal court cases (those are on PACER) or sealed/juvenile records.
Where to start: Use Delaware Courts for online case search. If you need documents beyond docket information, contact the Prothonotary in the specific county where the case was filed.
Common mistake: Delaware Courts covers state courts only. Federal cases filed in Delaware (bankruptcy, federal criminal, federal civil) require PACER — a separate federal system.
Court Records Databases
7 official Delaware court records sources.
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Delaware Counties
All 3 Delaware counties. Click any county for local court, sheriff, recorder and assessor links.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free statewide criminal search in Delaware?▼
Delaware's official criminal-history repository is operated by the state law-enforcement agency. Free public access to a complete criminal history is generally not available; an official background check typically requires fingerprints and a fee. County-level court records can be searched at no cost through individual court websites.
How do I search Delaware court cases?▼
Delaware's court system is headed by the Delaware Supreme Court. Trial-court business is handled by the Superior Court, Court of Common Pleas, Family Court, Justice of the Peace Court. Many Delaware courts publish docket searches and case lookups online — see the Court Records tab above for direct links.
Where do I search Delaware business entities?▼
The Delaware Secretary of State (or equivalent agency) operates the official business-entity search. You can typically search corporations, LLCs, LPs, and other registered entities by name or registration number. See the Licenses or Business tab above.
What is the difference between Assessor and Recorder in Delaware?▼
The Assessor determines property values for tax purposes. The Recorder (or Clerk-Recorder) records deeds, mortgages, liens, and other property documents. Some county offices combine these roles, others keep them separate. Check the specific county page for details.
How do I obtain a Delaware birth or death certificate?▼
Delaware vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce certificates) are issued by the Delaware Division of Public Health (Office of Vital Statistics) and, in many cases, by local county clerks. Fees and ID requirements are set by the issuing agency.
Are Delaware property records free to search?▼
Most county-level property and recorded-document searches are free for basic information through the Assessor or Recorder website. Certified copies of deeds typically have a per-page fee. Direct links are in the Property Records tab above.
How do I check a Delaware sex offender?▼
The Delaware sex offender registry is maintained by the state law-enforcement agency under the Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification Act. The registry is searchable by name, ZIP code, or address.