Colchester Public Records Directory

All links go directly to official Colchester, Connecticut government websites.

Frequently Asked Questions

Vital records for Colchester, New London County, Connecticut including birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage licenses are available through the Connecticut Department of Public Health. Requests can be made online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the New London County Clerk's office may also process vital record requests. You will need valid photo identification and proof of eligibility. Processing times and fees vary by office and request method.
To register to vote in Colchester, Connecticut, residents can register online through the Connecticut Secretary of the State's website, by mail, or in person at the New London County elections office. Connecticut requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Connecticut Secretary of the State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Colchester, contact the New London County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.
Property records for Colchester, Connecticut are maintained by the New London Town Assessor's Office and the New The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within New London County, including parcels in Colchester. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The New Many Connecticut counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. For in-person requests, visit the New London County offices at the county courthouse. The New London County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.
Birth, death, and marriage records for Colchester, Connecticut residents are available through both county and state offices. The Connecticut Department of Public Health, Vital Records, located in Hartford, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Connecticut. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the New London County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for New London County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.