How to Search Carteret County Records (Start Here)
Finding records in Carteret County means searching the right office out of 4 departments.
- Criminal and civil case records are filed with the Clerk of Superior Court.
- Start with the Tax Administration for any property-related search.
- The Register of Deeds issues and records marriage licenses.
Keep in mind: North Carolina is transitioning to eCourts.
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Carteret County Home Page
Carteret County, North Carolina official website, government department and services directory, Agendas and Minutes, videos of meetings, calendar, online payments.
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Carteret County Births, Deaths, Marriages
The Carteret County Register of Deeds offer three excellent vital record databases: a birth index, a death index, and marriage records.
deeds.carteretcountync.gov
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Carteret County
Carteret County real estate documents from the Register of Deeds.
deeds.carteretcountync.gov
Select a database below to begin your search.
Vital Records
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Carteret County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of Superior Court for court records in Carteret County. Start at the Clerk of Superior Court's office for case lookups — North Carolina has no statewide court search portal.
Who handles property records in Carteret County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the Register of Deeds. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Tax Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the County Tax Collector.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Carteret County? ▼
North Carolina handles vital records at the state level through NC DHHS Vital Records. Marriage licenses are issued locally by the Register of Deeds in Carteret County.
Are Carteret County records available online? ▼
Most records in Carteret County are not available online. Contact the county offices directly. Check the North Carolina state page for statewide search tools that may include Carteret County.
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