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Worton, Maryland Public Records

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Worton at a glance

County
Kent County
County seat
Chestertown
Population
105
Kent County population
19,298
Local records
Kent County offices
ZIP codes
21678

About Worton public records

As of the 2010 census it had a population of 249.

Deeds and land records for Worton properties are recorded with the Kent County Clerk of the Circuit Court. The Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation maintains property tax assessment records and can be reached at their Kent County office at 103 Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620 (410-778-1745).

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Are Worton public records free?

Many online indexes are free to search. Agencies may charge for certified copies, paper copies, media, or special data preparation. Check the official agency page for current fees before ordering.

How do I request a Worton police report?

Use the Worton Police Department Records Bureau page. It provides the current report request form, contact information, delivery options and fee details.

Where can I search Worton court cases?

Start with the Superior Court of Maryland, County of Kent Case Records Search. Some records or document images are restricted from remote display and may require an in-person visit or copy request.

Where do I find property deeds, ownership and tax records?

Use the Kent County Assessor for parcel and assessed-value information, the Clerk-Recorder for deeds and other recorded documents, and the Treasurer-Tax Collector for tax bills and payments.

Who issues Worton birth, death and marriage certificates?

The Kent County Clerk-Recorder maintains county birth, death and marriage records. The Maryland Department of Public Health also maintains statewide vital records. Eligibility, identification and notarization requirements depend on the record and copy type.

Can I search another person’s Maryland criminal history by name?

Maryland DOJ criminal-history summary records are not a public name-search database. Individuals may request their own record review by fingerprint. For a specific case, search the appropriate county court and local agency records.

How quickly must a Maryland agency respond to a public-records request?

Maryland agencies generally have 10 days to determine whether a request seeks disclosable records and notify the requester. A limited extension may apply in unusual circumstances. The records themselves may take longer to review and produce.

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