Collecting Your Judgment in Kent County
You won in Delaware — now let's get you paid. Here's how judgment collection works in Kent County, and where to file locally.
Where to file in Kent County
Local court
Justice of the Peace Court 7
480 Bank Lane, Dover, DE 19901
(302) 739-4554
Who enforces the order
The Kent County sheriff/marshal carries out levies and wage withholding once the court issues your order. Real-estate liens are recorded with the county recorder where the property sits.
Your collection options
These follow Delaware law. See the full Delaware guide for forms, fees, and deadlines.
Debtor's asset exam
Compel the debtor to disclose assets under oath
Wage garnishment (restricted)
Not generally available for consumer debts in this state — use a levy or lien instead.
Bank levy
Bank account attachment is PROHIBITED in Delaware
Property lien
File a certified transcript of the JP Court judgment with the Superior Court Prothonotary to create a lien on the debtor's real estate in that county (10 Del. C. 4711).
We'll prepare your Kent County collection paperwork
Flat $299 — we prepare your Delaware enforcement forms and a step-by-step playbook for filing in Kent County. You file them; we never take a cut of what you collect (collection firms take 33–50%).
Kent County Judgment Collection FAQ
Most enforcement paperwork is filed with the court that entered your judgment. In Kent County, that is typically Justice of the Peace Court 7, 480 Bank Lane, Dover, DE 19901 ((302) 739-4554). A lien on real estate is recorded with the county recorder/clerk where the property sits.
The Kent County sheriff (or marshal/constable, depending on the county) carries out levies and wage withholding once the court issues the order. Contact their civil division for the current levy fee — it's a modest, recoverable cost, and we list the step in your playbook.
Yes. For a flat $299 we prepare your Delaware-specific enforcement forms and a step-by-step playbook for filing in Kent County. You file them with the court and sheriff; we don't take any percentage of what you collect.
Nearby counties in Delaware
General information about collecting a money judgment in Kent County, Delaware — not legal advice. Court locations, fees, and procedures change; confirm current requirements with the local court before filing.
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