Delaware Courts
Welcome to the Delaware Courts
Delaware's court system is composed of the Supreme Court, Court of Chancery, Superior Court, Family Court, Court of Common Pleas, Justice of the Peace Court, Administrative Office of the Courts, and related agencies. Read our mission and vision statements.
Court Alerts
The Delaware State Courts will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026 in observance of Good Friday. Justice of the Peace Court 11 (New Castle County) will remain open 24 hours; Justice of the Peace Court 3 (Sussex County) and Justice of the Peace Court 7 (Kent County) will be open from 6AM – 12AM (no new cases after 11:00PM); and the Statewide Virtual Hearing Criminal Court operation will remain available.
- DELAWARE JUDICIARY ISSUES WARNINGS ABOUT PHONE SCAMS
Bogus phone calls are on the rise, making false claims about warrants, jury duty, fines and fees and fraudulently demanding immediate payment. Learn more about phone scam warning . - TRAFFIC ALERT
Road closures and construction delays at and around the Leonard L. Williams Justice Center in Wilmington - Fall 2024 to June 2026. Latest details on road closures.
Court Highlights
Helpful Services
Hours & Locations
Addresses and times for all courts by county.
Jury Instructions
Information on hours, pay, selection, etc.
Court Interpreter Program
How to become or request a Court interpreter.
Pay Traffic Tickets
Steps on how to pay a traffic ticket in Delaware.
e-Filing System
Learn how to eFile in the Delaware Court system.
e-Payment System
Pay fines using your credit card.
Accessibility
Request accommodation for our court facilities.
Civil Case Search
Get access to our civil case online database.
Careers & Employment
Start a career in the Delaware judicial branch.
Reports & Publications
Reports, publications and statistics of the Judiciary.
Trade Names
Research and register trade, business or fictitious names.
Ask a Law Librarian
Submit your question to a law librarian.
