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Recorder of Deeds, New Castle County

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4 years
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Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The recorder of deeds records and keeps the county's deeds, mortgages and other land records.

Open seat: Recorder of Deeds Michael E. Kozikowski Sr. is not on the general-election ballot; Councilman David Tackett (District 11) challenged him in the Democratic primary and is the only qualified candidate.

David Tackett

Democratic

New Castle County Council member (District 11); Amtrak employee

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Recorder of Deeds, New Castle County · Delaware 2026 General Election · The Gist