Pitt County Criminal Court Records

Pitt County criminal court records are managed by the Clerk of Superior Court in Greenville. As one of the larger counties in eastern North Carolina, Pitt County processes a high volume of criminal cases each year. The county is part of Judicial District 6. Greenville serves as the county seat and is home to East Carolina University. You can search for criminal court records at the Pitt County courthouse or through online state court tools. This guide covers how to access those records.

Pitt County Criminal Court Records Clerk

The Pitt County Clerk of Superior Court maintains all criminal case files. The main office is at the Pitt County Courthouse in Greenville. Mailing address is PO Box 6067, Greenville, NC 27835. The clerk handles criminal records, civil cases, estates, and special proceedings.

Pitt County also has a Farmville Courthouse inside the Farmville Municipal Building. Both locations process court business. The main clerk's phone is (252) 695-7100. Hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays. The building opens at 8:00 AM.

The Pitt County District Attorney is at (252) 695-7100. Magistrates handle after-hours warrants and bail at (252) 695-7395. Court reporters are at (252) 695-7260. The custody mediator can be reached at (252) 695-7370.

Pitt County Court Records Online

The Pitt County NC Courts page lists court locations, contact information, and local administrative schedules.

From this page you can access criminal calendars, jury service details, and the full contact directory for every court office in Pitt County.

Search Pitt County Criminal Court Records

Start with the public terminals at the clerk's office in Greenville. These are free to use. Search by name or case number. The terminals show charges, court dates, and case status for criminal matters in Pitt County.

For online searching, go to the NC eCourts portal. You can search all counties including Pitt County. Enter a party name, record number, or citation number. The portal is free. No account is needed for basic searches. You can view case details and some court documents.

If you need a certified check, use Form AOC-CR-314. The cost is $25 per name. Bring the form and payment to the Pitt County clerk's office. Results carry the official court seal. You can also mail the form with a money order.

Pitt County Criminal Court Records Access

The Pitt County Sheriff's Office handles arrest records and warrant information. Sheriff Paula Dance leads the office. The main number is (252) 902-2800. The communication center is at (252) 830-4141. For tips, Crime Stoppers can be reached at (252) 758-7777.

The sheriff's office is at 100 New Hope Road in Greenville. Mailing goes to PO Box 528, Greenville, NC 27835. They offer a Senior Check Program and a House Check Program for residents. Victim advocacy services are also available through the Pitt County Sheriff's Office for those involved in criminal cases.

For court records specifically, the clerk's office is the right place. The sheriff handles arrests and warrants. Once a case is filed with the court, the records move to the clerk in Pitt County.

Note: Contact the clerk's office at (252) 695-7100 for copies of court documents, not the sheriff's office.

Criminal Court Records Search Tools

The NC Courts background check page explains how to get certified and non-certified criminal checks. Any clerk's office in North Carolina has public computers for free name searches. Pitt County is no exception.

The NC Department of Adult Correction runs an offender search covering state prisoners and those on supervision. The NC Sex Offender Registry lets you search by address or name near Greenville and all of Pitt County.

For historical records, the NC State Archives keeps older court documents. Most records from the 1800s have been moved there. Contact them at (919) 814-6840 for research help.

Getting Copies of Pitt County Court Records

The clerk's office in Greenville provides copies of criminal court documents. Visit in person with your ID. Staff can pull the file and print what you need. A per-page copy fee applies. Certified copies cost more but include the court seal.

You can also mail a request to the Pitt County Clerk of Superior Court, PO Box 6067, Greenville, NC 27835. Include the case number or party names, which documents you need, and a money order for fees. Add a self-addressed stamped envelope for the return mailing. Processing times vary in Pitt County.

The NC Courts public records request form is another option for requesting court documents from Pitt County. For certified criminal checks, use Form AOC-CR-314 with a $25 fee per name.

Note: Criminal court records in Pitt County are generally public under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132 unless the case is sealed or involves a juvenile.

Criminal Court Levels in Pitt County

Pitt County Superior Court handles felonies. Drug trafficking, robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, and murder are tried here. A 12-person jury hears these cases when the defendant pleads not guilty. Superior Court also hears appeals from District Court.

District Court covers misdemeanors and infractions. DWI, simple assault, petty theft, and trespassing go here. A judge decides without a jury. Traffic tickets are also processed in District Court. The Farmville Courthouse handles some District Court matters for the eastern part of Pitt County.

All records from both court levels are at the clerk's office in Greenville. Magistrates issue warrants and set bail after hours. You can reach them at (252) 695-7395.

Cities in Pitt County

Pitt County includes several municipalities. All criminal cases from these areas are filed at the Pitt County Clerk of Superior Court in Greenville.

Other towns in Pitt County include Ayden, Bethel, Farmville, Grifton, Winterville, and Simpson. Each town's criminal cases go through the main Pitt County courthouse.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Pitt County. Criminal cases are filed in the county where the alleged crime occurred. Make sure you are searching the correct location.