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Delaware State Bureau of Identification
Central repository for criminal history information in the state of Delaware.
Open official site Delaware State Bureau of IdentificationDelaware, Kent County
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Central repository for criminal history information in the state of Delaware.
Open official site Delaware State Bureau of IdentificationCounty court
Public access to criminal judicial records, transcripts of trials, fees and filings.
Open official site Delaware State Criminal CourtsPolice & jail
Find the location and release information of individuals incarcerated with the Delaware Dept. of Corrections.
Open official site Locate an OffenderPolice & jail
List of absconders and fugitives from the Delaware Department of Corrections.
Open official site Delaware EscapeesPolice & jail
Search the Delaware State Police database of registered offenders by name or location.
Open official site Delaware Sex OffendersState records
Current posting of fugitives and absconders in the state of Delaware.
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Open official site Delaware Department of JusticePolice & jail
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Open official site New Castle County SheriffPolice & jail
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Accessing public records in Delaware is handled by the state's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which encourages openness and public access to government documents. Property records are accessible through the Kent Board of Assessment's Office, providing information on property ownership, assessments, and tax information. Overall, Dover Air Force Base and its surrounding community provide extensive resources and information through local law enforcement and public records, a transparent and engaged environment for Everyone.
Dover Air Force Base residents participate in Kent County, Delaware elections through the Kent County Department of Elections, headquartered at the Kent County Administrative Complex at 555 Bay Road, Dover, DE 19901 (phone: 302-744-2360, website: kent.de.us).
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To register to vote in Dover Afb, Delaware, residents can register online through the Delaware Department of Elections website, by mail, or in person at the Kent County elections office. Delaware 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 Delaware Department of Elections voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Dover Afb, contact the Kent County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.
Property records for Dover Afb, Delaware are maintained by the Kent Board of Assessment's Office and the Kent Recorder of Deeds. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Kent County, including parcels in Dover Afb. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Kent Recorder of Deeds maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Delaware counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Kent County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.
Birth, death, and marriage records for Dover Afb, Delaware residents are available through both county and state offices. The Delaware Division of Public Health, Office of Vital Statistics, located in Dover, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Delaware. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Kent County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Kent 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.
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