How to Search Kent County Records (Start Here)
Kent County, Delaware — court records through the local court clerk, property through the county assessor, recorded documents through the recorder or clerk.
- Local court clerk for case search.
- Property: County Assessor for values. Recorder or Clerk for deeds and documents.
- Jail: County Sheriff for current inmate information.
Each source below is verified and links to an official portal.
Criminal & Court Records
Court Records | Civil
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Delaware State Courts database of Kent County and statewide Superior Court, Court of Common Pleas, and Justice of the Peace civil court dockets, including civil actions, family, personal injury, debt, guardianship, involuntary commit, subrogation, tax case records, and more.
Jail & Inmate Records
Foreclosure Sales
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Kent County Sheriff Office list of foreclosure sales.
Pauper Books
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Delaware Public Archives database of Kent County Pauper Books, "a register of the infirm and poor inmates of the county almshouse."
Recorded Documents
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Kent County Recorder of Deeds database of mortgages, deeds, and other recorded documents. Requires paid subscription.
Vital Records (Birth/Death/Marriage)
Cemeteries, Interments
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List of Kent County cemeteries, including burials, inscriptions, and some photographs of gravestones.
Marriage Certificates
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Order a certified copy of a Kent County marriage or civil union certificate online.
Business, Voter & Other
Historic Markers
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Delaware Public Archives list of historic markers in Kent County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Kent County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of Court for court records in Kent County. Start there for case lookups and dockets.
Who handles property records in Kent County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Recorder. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the Tax Collector.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Kent County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Kent County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from the state Vital Records office. Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Kent County records available online? ▼
Online access in Kent County varies by office. Contact the offices listed above directly by phone or in person for records not yet available online.
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