Greensboro Criminal Court Records
Greensboro criminal court records are filed with the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court. Greensboro is the third-largest city in North Carolina and the county seat of Guilford County. The city does not operate a criminal court. All criminal cases from Greensboro are processed at the Guilford County courthouse. You can search Greensboro criminal court records through the eCourts portal or by visiting the clerk's office on South Eugene Street.
Greensboro Quick Facts
Greensboro Criminal Court Records Cases
North Carolina does not allow cities to run criminal courts. Every criminal charge in Greensboro goes through the Guilford County court system. Felonies are tried in Superior Court. Misdemeanors go to District Court. Both courts sit at the Guilford County Courthouse in downtown Greensboro.
The Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court keeps all criminal case records. This office stores files for charges filed anywhere in the county. The clerk handles records for Greensboro, High Point, and all other Guilford County towns. Public access terminals are available at the courthouse for free case searches. A certified criminal record check costs $25 per name.
| Court | Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 201 S. Eugene Street Greensboro, NC 27401 |
| Phone | (336) 412-7300 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | nccourts.gov/locations/guilford-county |
Guilford County also has a courthouse in High Point at 505 East Green Drive. Both locations can process criminal record requests for Greensboro cases.
Search Greensboro Criminal Court Records
You have several ways to look up Greensboro criminal court records. The fastest is the online portal. The most thorough is an in-person visit to the clerk's office.
The NC eCourts portal covers all of Guilford County. Search by name or case number. The system is free. It shows charges, case status, court dates, and party names. You do not need to sign up to use it. Cases filed after October 2023 are generally available online. Older Greensboro criminal court records may require an in-person search or request by mail.
At the courthouse, use the free public terminals. Staff in the clerk's office can help with lookups. You can view full case files in person during business hours. To get copies, ask at the counter. Uncertified copies are $2 for the first page and $0.25 for each extra page. Certified copies cost $3 per document.
For a certified criminal record check in Greensboro, complete Form AOC-CR-314 and pay the $25 fee at the clerk's office.
Note: The Guilford County courthouse in Greensboro can search records from any North Carolina county through its terminals.
Greensboro Criminal Court Records Sources
The Greensboro Police Department handles arrests and investigations. Police records are separate from court records. The police keep arrest reports and incident logs. The county clerk keeps the court case files.
Greensboro Police headquarters is at 320 Federal Place. The Records Division phone is (336) 373-2284. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can request arrest and incident reports in person or by mail. Online crime reports are available for some incident types through the GPD site.
The NC Courts guide shown above explains how to obtain criminal court records in Greensboro and across North Carolina. It covers in-person, online, and mail request options.
Guilford County Criminal Court Resources
The Guilford County Sheriff's Office serves Greensboro and all of Guilford County. The main office is at 400 West Washington Street. Phone is (336) 641-3690. The detention center is at (336) 641-2700. Warrant questions go to (336) 641-2705. The sheriff handles court security, civil process, and the county jail.
The Guilford County District Attorney prosecutes all criminal cases from Greensboro. This includes felonies and misdemeanors. The DA's office works with the Greensboro Police Department and the sheriff's office to build cases that become part of the criminal court record in Guilford County.
The NC State Bureau of Investigation also keeps criminal records for the entire state. The SBI is a fingerprint-based system. A state check costs $14. For Greensboro cases, the county clerk's office is the best source for court-specific records.
Restricted Criminal Records in Greensboro
Some criminal court records in Greensboro cannot be viewed. Juvenile cases are sealed. Expunged records are removed from public access. Grand jury proceedings are kept secret. Active investigation files are also off limits.
North Carolina law allows expungement for certain offenses. Once a Greensboro criminal record is expunged, it no longer shows up in any search. The person can deny the charge. Check NC Courts obtaining records for details on restricted records.
Note: Sealed records require a court order to unseal, and only a judge can grant that request in Guilford County.
Criminal Case Types in Greensboro
Greensboro criminal court records cover felonies and misdemeanors. Felony cases are tried in Superior Court with a 12-person jury. A grand jury must indict the defendant first. Felony records include indictments, motions, plea deals, and judgments. Common felonies in Greensboro include robbery, drug offenses, and serious assaults.
Misdemeanors go to District Court. A judge decides. No jury. If convicted, the defendant can appeal to Superior Court for a new trial. Misdemeanor records in Greensboro include arrest warrants, citations, and court orders. DWI, simple assault, and minor theft are common misdemeanors.
Under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132, most Greensboro criminal court records are public and open for review at the Guilford County courthouse or through the eCourts portal.
Greensboro Criminal Court Records Tools
The NC Department of Adult Correction runs an offender search. It covers state prisoners and people on probation or parole. It does not show local jail data for Greensboro. Records go back to 1972.
The NC Sex Offender Registry lets you check for registered sex offenders in Greensboro by name, address, or county. The registry is free to use and run by the SBI. You can set up email alerts for your area. The State Archives in Raleigh holds historical court records from the 1800s if you need older Greensboro case data.
Guilford County Criminal Court Records
Greensboro is the county seat of Guilford County. All criminal cases from Greensboro go through the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court. The county system also handles cases from High Point and all other Guilford County municipalities. See the county page for the full guide and more resources.