Kent County, Delaware Public Records

Mugshots and booking photos in Kent County, Delaware, are typically managed by the Kent County Sheriff's Office. While some information may be available through their official website or public records request, the Delaware State Police also provides access to certain arrest records and mugshots through their online portals. It's important to note that availability may vary based on the case and privacy laws.

To obtain a criminal background check in Kent County, Delaware, you can contact the Delaware State Bureau of Identification (SBI). The SBI provides fingerprint-based background checks, which can be requested in person at their office or through authorized locations. You may need to provide identification and pay a fee for processing the background check.

To look up sex offenders in Kent County, Delaware, you can use the Delaware Sex Offender Registry, which is managed by the Delaware State Police. The registry provides an online search tool where you can search for offenders by name, location, or proximity to a specific address. This resource is designed to help the public stay informed about registered sex offenders in their area.

To register to vote in Kent County, you can complete the process online at ivote.de.gov, Delaware's official voter registration website, or submit a paper application to the Kent County Department of Elections at 555 Bay Road, Dover, DE 19901 (phone 302-739-4498). Delaware law requires registration at least 24 days before an election to be eligible to vote in that election. You must be a U.S. Citizen, Delaware resident, and at least 18 years old by the next general election. Absentee ballots are available to all registered voters without requiring an excuse; applications can be submitted online or requested from the Department of Elections.

Property records in Kent County can be searched through the Kent Recorder of Deeds office at 555 Bay Road, Dover, DE 19901 (phone 302-736-2077), or online at co.kent.de.us. The online database allows free searches by owner name, address, parcel number, or deed book and page, providing access to recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, and other land documents. The region Assessment Office maintains a separate GIS parcel viewer showing property boundaries, tax assessments, ownership, and sales history, also available free online. Certified copies of documents must be requested in person or by mail with applicable fees ($10 for the first page, $2 for additional pages).

Birth and death certificates for events occurring in Kent County are issued by the Delaware Office of Vital Statistics, 417 Federal Street, Dover, DE 19901 (phone 302-744-4549). Certified copies cost $25 for the first copy and $10 for each additional copy ordered simultaneously. You can apply in person for same-day or next-day service, by mail (2-3 weeks processing), or online through VitalChek at vitalchek.com for expedited service with additional fees. Applicants must provide valid photo ID and proof of relationship or legal interest, as required by 16 Del. C. § 3111.

To find business entity records in Kent County, search the Delaware Division of Corporations database at corp.delaware.gov, which provides free online access to all registered corporations, LLCs, and partnerships statewide. For businesses operating under trade names or fictitious names, contact the Kent County Clerk of the Peace at 302-736-2266 or visit 38 The Green, Dover, DE 19901. Municipal business licenses for businesses within city limits are issued by the respective city clerk, such as Dover City Hall (302) 736-7025) for Dover businesses. Professional licenses are managed by the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation at 302-744-4500.