The Sussex County Courthouse is closed today March 28, 2024, due to a water leak.

The Delaware State Courts will be closed on Friday, March 29, 2024 in observance of Good Friday. Justice of the Peace Court 11 (New Castle County) and Court 7 (Kent County) will remain open 24 hours and Justice of the Peace Court 3 (Sussex County) will be open from 6AM-Midnight (no new cases after 11PM).

Garagekeeper's Liens in the Justice of the Peace Court


Instructions for filing a Garagekeeper's Lien

Garagekeeper's Lien Statute

Justice of the Peace Court Rule on Garagekeeper's Liens


Garagekeeper's Lien Forms:

  • Form 40 - Application to Conduct a Lien Sale
  • Form 41 - Lienholder's Notice of Sale
  • Form 42 - Answer to Lienholder's claim
  • Form 43 - Authorization for Lienholder’s Sale. This form will be issued by the Court when your Sale is approved.