County Constable

Please review our news release concerning recent scam calls. The Sussex County Constable's office does not solicit citizens by telephone to collect funds or fines.

The Constable's office is open, by appointment only; call (302) 855-7819 to schedule an appointment. Visitors must check in with security in the County Administrative Offices lobby before proceeding to the Constable’s office.

For code violations or complaints, please submit the information through the Report Code Violation form. If more information is needed, you will be contacted by email or by phone.


The Sussex County Constable's Office is responsible for enforcement of the County Code, and is charged with investigating public complaints related to property maintenance and zoning issues. Property maintenance issues can include tall grass, trash, unregistered or inoperable vehicles, excess tires, and inoperable appliances. Zoning issues can include setback violations, building without a permit, living in a camper/shed, and failure to obtain a Conditional Use or Special Use Exception.

To report a suspected violation of the County Code, please submit the information through the Report Code Violation form

Contact Information
Chief County Constable  
Address Sussex County Administrative
Office Building, 1st Floor
2 The Circle
P.O. Box 589
Georgetown, DE 19947
Phone (302) 855-7819
Fax (302) 855-7798