North Carolina court records are filed with the Clerk of Superior Court in each county. The Superior Court / District Court handles trial-level cases. North Carolina does not have a single statewide court search portal — you must go to the county where the case was filed.
What this page covers: North Carolina state court case records. What it does not cover: Federal court cases (PACER) or sealed/juvenile records.
Where to start: Identify the county where the case was filed, then contact the Clerk of Superior Court in that county. Some counties courts offer online case search on their individual websites.
Common mistake: Without a statewide portal, many people search the wrong county. If you are unsure where a case was filed, start with the county where the defendant lived or where the incident occurred.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Are juvenile or sealed cases included? ▼
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