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Delaware Code Title 9. Counties § 8753. Purchase at Sheriff's Sale by agent of County

Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

New Castle County Council may authorize any person to bid at the sale of any real estate under this chapter and, in the event that such person is the highest and best bidder therefor, title thereto shall be taken in the name of New Castle County.  County Council shall not authorize anyone to bid in excess of the aggregate amount of all taxes, service charges, penalties and obligations due to New Castle County, including costs incurred in the collection process.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Delaware Code Title 9. Counties § 8753. Purchase at Sheriff's Sale by agent of County - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/de/title-9-counties/de-code-sect-9-8753/

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