High Point Criminal Court Records
High Point criminal court records are filed with the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court. High Point is the ninth-largest city in North Carolina with over 115,000 residents. It sits in Guilford County alongside Greensboro. The city has no criminal court. All criminal charges in High Point go through the Guilford County court system. You can search High Point criminal court records at the local courthouse or use the state eCourts portal online.
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High Point Criminal Court Records
High Point has no municipal criminal court. North Carolina processes all criminal cases at the county level. Every crime in High Point goes through the Guilford County court system. Felonies are tried in Superior Court. Misdemeanors go to District Court.
Guilford County has two courthouse locations. High Point has its own courthouse at 505 East Green Drive. This is where many High Point criminal cases are heard. The other location is the main courthouse in Greensboro at 201 South Eugene Street. Both locations can process criminal record requests. The phone number for both is (336) 412-7300.
| Court | Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court |
|---|---|
| High Point Courthouse | 505 E. Green Drive High Point, NC 27260 |
| Greensboro Courthouse | 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 |
Having a local courthouse means High Point residents do not always need to drive to Greensboro to access their criminal court records. Both locations have public access terminals for free case searches.
Note: A certified criminal record check at either Guilford County courthouse costs $25 per name searched.
Search High Point Criminal Court Records
The NC eCourts portal lets you search High Point criminal court records from home. It covers Guilford County and all 100 NC counties. Search by name, case number, or citation. The system is free. No account is needed.
The portal shows charges, court dates, party names, and case status. Cases filed after October 2023 are generally available. Older High Point criminal court records may need an in-person request. At the courthouse, use the free terminals. Staff can help you look up cases. You can view full files during business hours.
For a certified criminal record check, bring Form AOC-CR-314 to either the High Point or Greensboro courthouse. The fee is $25. You can also mail the form with payment. Results show all criminal cases in Guilford County.
High Point Criminal Court Records Sources
The High Point Police Department makes arrests and writes reports. Police records are not the same as court records. Arrest and incident reports come from HPPD. Court case files are at the Guilford County clerk's office.
HPPD is at 211 South Hamilton Street in High Point. The Records Division phone is (336) 883-3147. General line is (336) 883-3224. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can request police reports in person. Crime stats are on the HPPD website.
The Remote Public Access Program shown above provides licensed access to criminal court data from High Point and all of North Carolina. It is used by organizations that need regular access to court records.
Guilford County Criminal Resources for High Point
The Guilford County Sheriff's Office serves High Point. The main office is at 400 West Washington Street in Greensboro. Phone is (336) 641-3690. The detention center is at (336) 641-2700. Warrant questions go to (336) 641-2705. The sheriff handles jail operations, court security, and civil process.
The NC State Bureau of Investigation keeps criminal data for the entire state. A fingerprint-based state check costs $14. For High Point criminal court records specifically, the Guilford County clerk is your best option. The NC Department of Adult Correction offender search covers state inmates and those on probation or parole but not local jail data.
Note: The Guilford County Sheriff provides fingerprinting services at (336) 641-3363 for those who need an SBI background check.
Criminal Case Types in High Point
High Point criminal court records include felonies and misdemeanors. Felony cases go to Superior Court. A grand jury must indict the defendant first. Trials use a 12-person jury if the defendant pleads not guilty. Felony records from High Point include indictments, motions, plea agreements, and judgments.
Misdemeanors are tried in District Court. A judge decides the outcome. No jury at this level. Common misdemeanors in High Point include simple assault, shoplifting, and DWI. If the defendant loses, they can appeal to Superior Court. Misdemeanor records include arrest warrants, citations, and dispositions.
Under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132, most criminal court records in High Point are public. The eCourts portal and the clerk's office both provide access to these files. High Point's two courthouse locations make it easier to access criminal records without leaving the city.
High Point Criminal Court Records Tools
The NC Sex Offender Registry lets you search for offenders near High Point. It is free. Search by name, address, or county. The NC State Archives in Raleigh has historical court records from the 1800s. For modern High Point cases, the Guilford County clerk is your best resource.
Restricted Criminal Records in High Point
Not all High Point criminal court records are open. Juvenile records are sealed under state law. Expunged records are removed. Grand jury proceedings are confidential. Active police investigation files are restricted under G.S. 132-1.4.
Once a High Point criminal record is expunged, it cannot be found through any public search. The person can deny the charge. For the full rules on restricted records, see NC Courts obtaining records.
Records you cannot access in High Point include juvenile cases under N.C.G.S. 7B-3000, expunged records, sealed cases, grand jury proceedings under G.S. 15A-623, and active police investigation files. Mental health proceedings and presentence reports are also confidential under North Carolina law.
Guilford County Criminal Court Records
High Point is in Guilford County. All criminal cases from the city go to the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court. The county court also handles cases from Greensboro and other Guilford County towns. For the full county guide with fees and more resources, visit the Guilford County page.