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County
Kent County
County seat
Dover
Population
12,870
Kent County population
183,900
Local records
Kent County offices
ZIP codes
19977

About Smyrna public records

The Smyrna Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency within the town, working diligently to maintain public safety and uphold the law. For people seeking information on criminal records or arrest history, the Kent County Detention Center is key to managing detention and can be a point of reference for incarceration records. Residents can obtain arrest records and mugshots through the Smyrna Police Department’s Records Unit, where requests for such documents can be made. The judicial scene of Smyrna is anchored by the Kent County Superior Court, which handles a variety of cases, from civil to criminal matters. The courthouse, located at 414 Federal Street in Dover, is the primary venue for legal proceedings within the region. Vital records, such as birth, death, and marriage certificates, can be obtained from the Kent County Clerk’s office or the Delaware Division of Public Health's Office of Vital Statistics. For property records, residents can turn to the Kent Board of Assessment’s Office and the Recorder of Deeds, both of which provide essential documentation relevant to real estate transactions.

for April 2025. Candidate filings and local ballot questions are managed by the Smyrna Town Clerk at Town Hall, 41 W. Commerce Street (302-653-9208). Information about local candidates, council meeting services for Smyrna voters are administered through the Kent County Department of Elections, located at 555 Bay Road, Dover, DE 19901 302-744-2390, website:

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How do I register to vote in Smyrna, Delaware?

To register to vote in Smyrna, 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 Smyrna, contact the Kent County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Smyrna, Delaware?

Property records for Smyrna, 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 Smyrna. 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.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Smyrna, Delaware?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Smyrna, 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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