The Delaware State Courts will be closed Wednesday, December 25, 2024 for Christmas Day. 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 – 12AM (no new cases after 11:00PM).

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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 40A - Instructions for Filing a Garagekeeper’s Lien

The below forms will be issued by the Court:

  • 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.