The Kent County Register of Wills office now provides a service to hold wills for safekeeping while the testator (maker of the will) is alive. For a fee of $10.00, an original will can be securely deposited in our office and kept confidential until the death of the testator. This service is offered an alternative for someone who may not have a safety deposit box, a safe, or an attorney who will hold it until the testator's death. You should always make sure that the person you named as executor is made aware of the location of your will.
At this time, an appointment is required to deposit an original will.
Please call 302-744-2331 to make an appointment.