Searching Cabarrus County: what to expect
Cabarrus County does more online than most: 5 county-run sources below, which keeps courthouse trips to a minimum. For cases, go straight to onlineservices.cabarruscounty.us: North Carolina courts search county by county, and that's Cabarrus County's entry point. Two local sources do most of the work — cabarruscounty.us for parcel and property-tax data, docs.cabarruscounty.us for deeds and recorded documents. One gap: vital records aren't published by the county itself. Use the North Carolina vital records page for those.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Cabarrus County record-source URLs verified against the official local and North Carolina state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Cabarrus County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Cabarrus County, North Carolina — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
244,925
Population
Census estimate
76,880
Households
Census estimate
$83,828
Median income
Annual household
$281,600
Median home value
Census ACS
Concord
County seat
In North Carolina
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
6 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Cabarrus County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Cabarrus County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Judgment Search The North Carolina Judicial Branch |
| Criminal records | North Carolina Offender Registry |
| Wants & warrants | |
| Property records | Map Cabarrus Register of Deeds Cabarrus County |
| Vital records | NCDHHS: DPH: NC Vital Records: Order a Certificate |
| Voter records | Voter Search |
| Professional licenses | Accela Citizen Access |
| Recorded documents | eRecording Counties – North Carolina Association of Registers of Deeds Home Cabarrus County Employee Access Cabarrus County |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Cabarrus County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Cabarrus County Records
2026
Cabarrus County official government portal active
The official Cabarrus County government website at www.cabarruscounty.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Cabarrus County court records portal verified
State court system links for Cabarrus County verified against the North Carolina judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Cabarrus County property records online
Cabarrus County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside North Carolina, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Cabarrus County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Cabarrus County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Cabarrus County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the North Carolina statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the North Carolina state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Cabarrus County Records
MYTH"Cabarrus County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Cabarrus County are held by the North Carolina state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Cabarrus County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
MYTH"Free 'instant background' sites have Cabarrus County data."
FACTOnly the official North Carolina state repository has verified, current Cabarrus County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Cabarrus County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Cabarrus County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources and Official Record Portals
- www.cabarruscounty.us — Official Cabarrus County government website
- www.nccourts.gov — Court records — official source
- tax.cabarruscounty.us — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Cabarrus County & North Carolina Records
For records not specific to Cabarrus County, use North Carolina's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 North Carolina statewide record systems:
- North Carolina Court Records →
- North Carolina Criminal Records →
- North Carolina Property Records →
- North Carolina Vital Records →
- North Carolina Voter Records →
- North Carolina Wants & Warrants →
- North Carolina Licenses →
- North Carolina Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
North Carolina statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
Skip the directory — step-by-step North Carolina guides that use these databases:
About Cabarrus County, North Carolina
Cabarrus County is located in south-central North Carolina. The county seat is Concord (official site: http://www.cabarruscounty.us/).
- Population: 244,925
- Households: 76,880
- Median household income: $83,828
- Median home value: $281,600
- Below poverty line: 8.4%
- Land area: 361.2 sq mi
- Population density: 678.0 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 4
- NCES schools indexed: 46
Map Cabarrus
Official Free
Parcel and valuation data for Cabarrus County — ownership, assessed values, and property characteristics. If a link breaks, the office homepage at cabarruscounty.us carries the new path.
Register of Deeds Cabarrus County
Official Free
Recorded land documents for Cabarrus County, North Carolina — deeds, mortgages, and liens. Searching here confirms current ownership and surfaces any liens before a purchase.
Cabarrus County Online Listing System
Official Free
Using The Online Listing System you may submit a Property Listing Form online instead of mailing one into the county tax office.
Tax Collections Cabarrus County
Official Free
Search Tax InformationLocate tax bill amount and information for a taxpayerPay TaxesLearn about the many ways available to pay your taxesForeclosuresLearn the foreclosure process and view sales · Real estate, business and individual personal property tax bills get mailed out annually.
Home Cabarrus County
Official Free
Cabarrus County embraces growth and continued improvement of quality of life for all citizens. Collaboration is at the heart of our mission - people, communities and government working together and focused on our successful future.
Judgment Search
Official Free
Statewide search of civil judgments entered in North Carolina courts, part of the eCourts rollout. Judgments follow people and businesses for years — this is where to confirm one exists before assuming a debt is collectible.
The North Carolina Judicial Branch
Official Free
Search court records, find court dates, and make payments. Browse our county directory to find a local courthouse to visit or contact.
Home Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office
Official Free
The Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office is committed to protecting the lives, property, and rights of all people; to maintain order and enforce the law impartially. We will provide quality law enforcement services in partnership with other members of the community.
North Carolina Offender Registry
Official Free
The NSOPW mobile application provides users with information about registered sex offenders that have residential, employment, or school addresses that are within a close proximity of the mobile device running the app.
NCDHHS: DPH: NC Vital Records: Order a Certificate
Official Free
For example, in the case of death of a resident of North Carolina that occurred in a county other than the county of residence, the county where the death occurred would be the correct RODs office from which to obtain a death certificate (not the RODs office in the county of residence). In most cases, certificates can be obtained from the Register of Deeds on the same day.
Voter Search
Official Free
Search for voter details, including jurisdictions, polling place, sample ballot when available, absentee ballot information, and voter history · If you've tried the hints above and cannot find your registration, please contact your county board of elections.
Accela Citizen Access
Official Free
Welcome to ACCELA Citizen Access Central Permitting for Cabarrus County, the City of Concord, and the City of Kannapolis.
eRecording Counties – North Carolina Association of Registers of Deeds
Official Free
eRecording Documents – for a map showing the counties that are e-recording and the type of documents they are accepting in their county.
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Home Cabarrus County
Official Free
Cabarrus County embraces growth and continued improvement of quality of life for all citizens. Collaboration is at the heart of our mission - people, communities and government working together and focused on our successful future.
Employee Access Cabarrus County
Official Free
Cabarrus County employees may quickly access intranet, email and remote applications · Open 8 am - 5 pm 65 Church St S Concord, NC 28025 View on Map
Download electronic document
Official Free
Catawba Lands Conservancy and Carolina Thread Trail project. He stated the · County has been approached regarding participation in a branding and signage · project that is part of a larger fund raising campaign.
Cabarrus County – Planning and Development Department
Official Free
The land-records trail for Cabarrus County runs through here: recorded deeds, liens, and related filings. It is an official government source.
Locations
Official Free
Official public records resource for Cabarrus County, North Carolina. Fees, where charged, are set by statute or published schedule, not discretion. It is the authoritative source for this record type in its jurisdiction.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Cabarrus County?
Cabarrus County court cases are filed with the Clerk of Superior Court. Search the The North Carolina Judicial Branch portal: https://www.nccourts.gov/. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in North Carolina?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most North Carolina counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by North Carolina law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process runs through the sentencing court.
Are North Carolina criminal records public?
Mostly yes. North Carolina's public-records law makes adult arrests, court filings, and conviction histories accessible to anyone unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Juvenile cases and sealed records are generally excluded by statute.