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Top topic Criminal Records Criminal history tools, sheriff links, and related justice records.
Top topic Court Records Civil, criminal, and court access resources.
Top topic Expungements Record-clearance and expungement guidance.
Top topic Inmate Search Custody, jail, and inmate lookup resources.
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State of Delaware Most Updated Online Public and Criminal Records Portal

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Delaware is the second smallest of all states in the U.S. and governed by separately operating agencies and departments. As a high number of corporate filings, Delaware's division of Corporations role in providing verification information is vital to requestors inside and outside the state. Public Access Web Service document viewer to the state's three county recorders for New Castle, Kent and Sussex offers select real estate…

Official sources 39 Direct state links currently rendered on this page
Counties County coverage 3 County-level public records coverage tied to Delaware
FAQ / Q&A 9 Live statewide answers surfaced from the database
Bonus cities 1 Standalone city record pages currently shown

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Criminal Records Criminal history tools, sheriff links, and related justice records.
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Court Records Civil, criminal, and court access resources.
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Expungements Record-clearance and expungement guidance.
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Inmate Search Custody, jail, and inmate lookup resources.
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Most Wanted Wanted-person and fugitive resources.
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Police Police department and public-safety resources.
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Background Checks Background screening and identity research resources.
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Asset Search Asset, ownership, and locator resources.
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DMV Driver, vehicle, and DMV resource links.
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Vital Records Birth, death, marriage, and health-record links.
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Genealogy Family-history and genealogy research tools.
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Missing Children Missing-child alerts and support resources.
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Delaware is the second smallest of all states in the U.S. and governed by separately operating agencies and departments. As a high number of corporate filings, Delaware's division of Corporations role in providing verification information is vital to requestors inside and outside the state. Public Access Web Service document viewer to the state's three county recorders for New Castle, Kent and Sussex offers select real estate…

The state of Delaware is located on the Eastern Seaboard of the United States and covers an area of 1,982 square miles. The state is populated by 897,934 people, resulting in a population density of 401 persons per square mile. Delaware entered the union in December, 1787, and was the first of the original thirteen states to ratify the U.S. Constitution, later earning it's state nickname of 'The First State'. The capital city of Delaware is Dover. Located just outside the capital city is Dover Air Force Base, one of the main employers in the state. The largest employer, however, is the State of Delaware itself.…

State snapshot Did you know? In Delaware, arrest lookups usually move from the local police agency to county-level court or detention records, so local and county checks tend to beat a broad statewide search. Quick route: small-state searches still work best locally first, then through county court and detention records.
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Q What is included in a Delaware background check?
In Delaware, background checks are governed by the Delaware Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (Delaware Code Title 29, Chapter 100, § 10001 - § 10006). They may include criminal history, sex offender status, court filings, arrest records, and vital statistics. Agencies must respond within 15 business days for a response. The law is administered by Delaware Attorney General's Office, Fraud and Consumer Protection Division, (302) 577-8600.
Q Where can I find police reports in Delaware?
Police reports in Delaware are public records under the Delaware Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Submit your request to the agency that generated the report. Who may request: Any citizen of Delaware; non-residents may request through p. Response deadline: 15 business days for a response. If access is denied, you may appeal to district or circuit court.
Q What are the procedures to obtain Delaware vital records, and what is included in those records with address, not URLs?
Vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce) in Delaware are maintained by the state Department of Health or Vital Statistics. Standard fees: Actual cost of reproduction; agencies may charge staff time for complex requests. Certified copies carry separate fee schedules. Fee waivers may be available for journalists, nonprofits, and public-interest requesters - always ask.
Q What is the school district and performance data for Delaware?
The Delaware Department of Education provides school district performance data for all public schools in the state. The data includes information on student achievement, graduation rates, and other indicators of school performance. The data is available on the Delaware Department of Education website. School performance data in Delaware is collected and published by the Delaware Department of Education (www.doe.k12.de.us). The agency's annual State Report Card covers student achievement, teacher qualifications, per-pupil spending, and demographic breakdowns. Data is disaggregated by student subgroup in compliance with federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirements. The report card is accessible free of charge through the Delaware Department of Education (www.doe.k12.de.us) website.
Q What is the crime statistics for Delaware?
Delaware crime statistics are compiled by the Delaware State Police and the Delaware Statistical Analysis Center (DSAC) and published at dsac.deljis.delaware.gov. The FBI UCR program also includes Delaware. In 2022, Delaware reported a violent crime rate of approximately 400 per 100,000 residents. The Delaware Criminal Justice Information System (DELJIS) provides public access to aggregated crime data. Local agency data is available through respective department websites.
Q If I get arrested in Delaware where would I go to jail and court? include address.
If arrested in Delaware, you would be taken to the local county jail. Court appearances are scheduled in the county where the arrest occurred. Under the Delaware Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), arrest records and booking information are generally public. Oversight: Delaware Attorney General's Office, Fraud and Consumer Protection Division, (302) 577-8600. Appeals go to district or circuit court.
Q Can I find Public records in Delaware State Library?
Yes. Delaware state and public libraries provide access to public records databases. The Delaware Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (Delaware Code Title 29, Chapter 100, § 10001 - § 10006) guarantees public access to government documents. Many libraries offer free access to LexisNexis, court records portals, and vital record indexes. Delaware public libraries, including the state library in Dover, offer free access to public records databases. Patrons can access court dockets, property records, vital statistics indexes, and census microfilm. The Delaware Freedom of Information Act (29 Del. C. § 10001) ensures that government records are available for inspection; librarians can assist with formal records requests and guide users to online state portals for birth, death, marriage, and divorce records.
Q Where is the Delaware State Library located?
The Delaware Library is located at 101 Delaware Street, Delaware, OH 43015. The Delaware State Library serves as the official depository for state government publications and provides research assistance to the public, legislators, and state agencies. Collections include historical newspapers, legislative history, court records indexes, and genealogy resources such as Ancestry Library Edition. The Delaware Freedom of Information Act (29 Del. C. § 10001) guarantees public access to government documents maintained at the library. Remote access to digital collections is available to Delaware residents with a library card through the state library's online portal.
Q Delaware State fingerprinting office
Delaware fingerprinting services are provided by the Delaware State Police, Bureau of Identification, at 1441 N DuPont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901. Phone: (302) 739-5870. IdentoGO (MorphoTrust) operates fingerprinting locations in Wilmington, Dover, and Newark - schedule at identogo.com or call 1-888-483-4632. The Delaware State Police website at dsp.delaware.gov lists current fingerprinting locations and hours for employment and licensing purposes.
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Some Delaware cities have standalone record pages

Fun fact: some Delaware cities skip the county layer entirely. They have their own public record hubs—go straight to them below.

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Last reviewed: Apr 2, 2026 Updated: Apr 2, 2026