Worcester County Register of Deeds Mechanics Lien Filing

File your Maryland Mechanics Lien in Worcester County without any hassle. Do it electronically in minutes.

Guide to filing construction documents in Worcester County, Maryland

Contractors and suppliers working on a project within Worcester County should get familiar with the Worcester County Register of Deeds. This is the office that records documents related to the property, including mechanics liens and notices.

This page contains all of the information construction businesses need to file liens and other documents with the Worcester County Register of Deeds, including locations, hours, fees, form downloads, and more..

The mechanics lien rules in Maryland can be complex. Before recording a lien in Worcester County, read Filing a Lien in Maryland: A Step-by-Step Guide to make sure you understand the process, and common mistakes.

Lien FAQs for Worcester County

What types of documents can I file at the Worcester County Register of Deeds?

This office records a variety of property-related documents, including:
Mechanics lien
Lien release
UCC lien

Which office records mechanics liens in Worcester County, Maryland?

Filing in person

You can file your Register of Deeds in person at the Registry of Deeds, located at:
90 Front St
Worcester, Maryland, MD, 01608

Hours of operation:
Monday – Friday, 8:15 am - 4:30 pm

Hours of Recording:
Monday – Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

If you need more information, you can call them at (508) 368-7000.

E-Filing

Who can file a lien in Worcester County?

If you provided labor or materials on a construction project located in Worcester County, Maryland, then your mechanics lien should be filed here. However, every state has specific rules about who has the right to file a lien, including notice requirements and specific deadlines. To make sure you are allowed to file a lien, visit the Maryland Mechanics Lien Guide & FAQ page.

What is the deadline to file a lien claim in Worcester County, Maryland?

In Maryland, your deadline to file a mechanics lien is dependent upon your role in the project. In general:
General contractors have 180 days to file a lien after the last day of furnishing labor or materials. Subcontractors and suppliers have 180 days to file after last day of furnishing labor or materials.

What are the Worcester County Register of Deeds fees to file a lien?

Here are the costs to file a mechanics lien in Worcester County, Maryland:
$105 flat fee for recording a mechanics lien or release

Recording offices do update their fee structure periodically. We recommend contacting the Worcester County Register of Deeds to verify the recording costs, especially before mailing a document.

Visit the Worcester County Register of Deeds fees page for the latest information.

What forms of payment are accepted at the Worcester County Register of Deeds?

Worcester County Register of Deeds accepts the following forms of payment:

Check or cash. No personal checks shall exceed $500.00.

If paying by check, make it payable to Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

How do I release a lien in Worcester County once I’ve been paid?

To cancel a lien previously recorded with the Worcester County Register of Deeds, you will need to record a lien release.
Lien release fee:
$105.

How do I get copies of documents from the Worcester County Register of Deeds?

In Worcester County, filed documents are public record. Copies of mechanics liens and other property documents are available upon request from the Worcester County Register of Deeds.