Howard County Clerk in Howard County, Maryland

About Howard County Clerk

The Howard County Clerk, located in Ellicott City, Maryland, is the official keeper of public records for Howard County. The Clerk's office ensures that public records are retained, archived, and made accessible to the public in accordance with all laws and regulations. Clerks also support the elections process and provide a variety of transactional services. The Clerk's duties are established and regulated through a combination of Maryland state statutes, local ordinances and charters, and other regulations.

• Howard County public records
• Howard County vital records: birth certificates, marriage and death certificates
• Land, property, mortgage, and title deed records
• Marriage licenses, applications, and records
• Divorce records and applications
• Howard County licenses, permits, and business registrations
• Voter registration, elections, and polls