How to Search Washington County Records (Start Here)
Washington County, Maryland — 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
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Washington County civil, criminal, and traffic courts case records.
Jail & Inmate Records
Recorded Documents
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MDLANDREC recorded documents for Washington County from the Maryland Judiciary, County Clerks, and State Archives.
Property & Tax Records
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Washington County personal property tax records by name or property code id, and online payment service.
Property | Tax Search & Payments
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Washington County real estate property and tax records, and online tax payments.
Business, Voter & Other
Permits & Inspections
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Washington County filed permits and online inspection requests.
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Washington County, Maryland government official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Washington County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of Court for court records in Washington County. Start there for case lookups and dockets.
Who handles property records in Washington 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 Washington County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Washington 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 Washington County records available online? ▼
Online access in Washington 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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