Anson County Criminal Court Records Lookup

Anson County criminal court records are kept by the Clerk of Superior Court at the courthouse in Wadesboro. The county is part of Judicial District 21, which covers both criminal and civil matters. You can search for criminal cases online using the NC eCourts Portal or visit the clerk in person. Anson County sits in the southern part of North Carolina, and its courthouse serves all towns and communities within the county. The clerk office handles felony and misdemeanor records along with traffic and infraction cases filed in Anson County courts.

Anson County Criminal Court Records Clerk

The Anson County Courthouse sits at 114 N. Greene Street in Wadesboro. The Clerk of Superior Court runs the criminal records division. This office files new cases, keeps old ones, and gives out copies. You can reach the clerk by phone at (704) 994-3200.

Walk-in visitors can use the public access terminals at the courthouse to search for criminal records at no charge. Staff will help you find a case if you have a name or case number. Copies of documents cost a small fee per page. For a certified criminal record search, fill out Form AOC-CR-314 and pay $25. The clerk processes these requests during normal business hours. The Anson County NC Courts page has links to court calendars, payment options, and the contact directory.

Anson County also has a Family Court Administration program that handles family legal matters. Criminal cases go through the regular criminal division of the clerk office.

Search Criminal Court Records in Anson County

Online searches for Anson County criminal court records start at the NC eCourts Portal. This free system covers all courts in North Carolina. Enter a name, case number, or citation number to find results. The portal shows basic case information, court dates, and charges. You can view and print documents tied to the case.

If you need to view the full paper file, visit the Anson County Courthouse in Wadesboro. The clerk office has the complete case records. Bring valid ID when you visit. Staff can pull files and make copies. For certified criminal record checks, the $25 fee applies under G.S. 7A-308(a)(17). You can also mail a request with the form and payment.

Note: The eCourts Portal does not show sealed records, juvenile cases, or unreturned warrants in Anson County.

Anson County Court and Government Resources

The NC Courts website hosts the official Anson County court page with calendars, contact information, and court rules.

Use this page to find upcoming criminal court dates, the clerk phone number, and links to court forms. Criminal and civil calendars are both posted here for Anson County.

The Anson County government website provides information about county services, departments, and local offices.

While this site focuses on county government, it links to offices that work with the criminal court system, such as the sheriff and county administration.

Criminal Court Records in Anson County

Anson County handles criminal cases at both the Superior Court and District Court levels. Felony charges such as armed robbery, drug trafficking, and murder are heard in Superior Court under District 21. Misdemeanor offenses like shoplifting, simple assault, and DWI go to District Court. Both courts operate from the courthouse in Wadesboro.

Each criminal case file in Anson County includes the charging documents, any motions, court orders, and the final judgment. Plea deals and sentencing records are part of the file too. Under the North Carolina Public Records Act, G.S. Chapter 132, these records are open to the public. The clerk office provides access during business hours.

Anson County Sheriff and Law Enforcement

The Anson County Sheriff's Office is at 119 N. Greene Street in Wadesboro, right next to the courthouse. Call (704) 694-9311 for general questions. The sheriff serves warrants, makes arrests, and runs the county jail. Arrest records created by the sheriff become part of the criminal court record once charges are filed.

For state-level searches, the NC State Bureau of Investigation is the central repository for criminal records. The Department of Adult Correction offender search covers state inmates and those on supervision. The NC Sex Offender Registry is free and searchable by name or address. These tools add to what you can find at the Anson County clerk office.

Police reports from local law enforcement in Anson County are not stored at the clerk office. Contact the sheriff or the arresting agency to get those reports.

Note: County jail inmate information is not included in the state offender search; check with the Anson County Sheriff for current jail rosters.

State Criminal Court Records Resources

Beyond the Anson County clerk office, several state tools help with criminal record searches. The NC Courts criminal background check page explains how certified searches work through any county clerk. The Remote Public Access Program provides licensed data access to criminal and civil court records across all 100 counties under G.S. 7A-109(d) and G.S. 7A-343.2.

The North Carolina State Archives in Raleigh holds older court records that may include historical criminal files from Anson County. Records from the 1800s are on microfilm at the archives, located at 109 East Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601. For very old cases, the archives is the best place to look.

The obtaining court records page on nccourts.gov gives step-by-step guidance on how to access criminal court records from any county, including Anson County. It covers in-person visits, online searches, and certified copies.

Copies of Anson County Criminal Court Documents

The clerk office in Anson County provides both plain and certified copies of court documents. Plain copies are good for personal review. Certified copies carry the clerk's seal and work for legal proceedings. Per-page fees apply.

You can request copies in person at 114 N. Greene Street in Wadesboro. You can also send a mail request with the defendant name, case number, and payment. The clerk will calculate the cost and process your request. For certified criminal record searches, the $25 fee covers the search and the certified result under G.S. 7A-308(a)(17).

Nearby Counties

These counties border Anson County in southern North Carolina. Criminal cases are filed where the offense took place. Confirm the location before you run your search.