Tyrrell County Criminal Court Records
Tyrrell County criminal court records are housed at the Clerk of Superior Court in Columbia. Tyrrell County is one of the least populated counties in North Carolina, located in the northeastern coastal plain. It is part of Judicial District 2. Despite its small size, the county maintains a full court system with Superior and District Courts. You can search criminal records in person at the courthouse or use state online tools to find case information.
Tyrrell County Quick Facts
Tyrrell County Criminal Court Records Clerk
The Tyrrell County Courthouse is in Columbia. The mailing address is PO Box 406, Columbia, NC 27925. Call (252) 766-6510 to reach the Clerk of Superior Court. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
The clerk maintains all criminal court records for Tyrrell County. Both Superior Court and District Court cases are stored here. You can visit in person to search criminal records. Public terminals may be available for self-service searches. Staff can assist with locating records by name or case number. Because Tyrrell County is small, the clerk's office often provides more direct, one-on-one help than larger counties.
The Tyrrell County courts page has the complete contact directory for all court offices.
Use this page to find phone numbers for the District Attorney at (252) 940-4010, magistrates at (252) 766-6550, and other offices serving Tyrrell County.
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Tyrrell County Clerk of Superior Court PO Box 406 Columbia, NC 27925 Phone: (252) 766-6510 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | nccourts.gov/locations/tyrrell-county |
Search Tyrrell Criminal Court Records
Visit the courthouse in Columbia for the most direct access to Tyrrell County criminal court records. The clerk's office can look up cases by defendant name or case number. Call ahead at (252) 766-6510 to confirm hours. Bring a valid photo ID with you.
Online searches work through the NC eCourts Portal. The portal is free and covers all 100 North Carolina counties, including Tyrrell County. Search by party name, case number, or citation number. Basic case information shows without any account. Registration is optional but helpful for saving searches. You can view and print documents tied to a case. Payments for fines and fees can also be made through the portal using Visa, MasterCard, or Discover cards.
You can also submit requests by mail. Write to the clerk's office at PO Box 406, Columbia, NC 27925. Include the full name of the person, case number if known, and payment for copy fees. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope for the return. Mail requests take time but work well if you are far from Tyrrell County.
Tyrrell County District 2 Court System
Tyrrell County is in Judicial District 2. This district shares judges and some resources with neighboring counties. The Superior Court Judge can be reached at (252) 940-4016. The District Court Judges are at (252) 940-4012. The District Attorney handles cases for all counties in District 2 and can be reached at (252) 940-4010.
Superior Court in Tyrrell County hears felony cases. All serious criminal charges go through this court. District Court handles misdemeanors, infractions, and traffic cases. A judge hears these without a jury. Magistrates issue warrants and set bail at (252) 766-6550. All criminal records from both courts are filed with the Clerk of Superior Court in Columbia.
Note: Because Tyrrell County shares judicial resources with other District 2 counties, some judges rotate between courthouses in the area.
Tyrrell Criminal Court Records Resources
The NC Courts records page explains how to get criminal records from any county. Public self-service terminals at any courthouse let you search by defendant name, case number, or victim name. This applies to Tyrrell County and every other county in the state.
For a certified criminal history check, use Form AOC-CR-314. Submit it with $25 to the clerk. The NCSBI offers a statewide fingerprint check for $14. The NC Department of Adult Correction has a free offender search for state prison records.
- Certified county search: $25 per name
- NCSBI fingerprint check: $14 statewide
- NC DAC offender search: free online
- eCourts Portal: free basic case data
- In-person terminal: free at the courthouse
Tyrrell County Public Records Access
Criminal court records in Tyrrell County are public under North Carolina law. The Public Records Act at N.C.G.S. Chapter 132 gives everyone the right to view court files. You do not need to explain why you want them. The clerk must let you access the records during business hours.
Some records are off limits. Juvenile cases are sealed. Expunged records are removed from public view. Cases sealed by court order stay private. Mental health proceedings and certain family matters are restricted. All other criminal records in Tyrrell County are open for public viewing and copying.
Tyrrell County is small. The clerk's office handles fewer cases than most counties. This means staff can often give you more direct help with your search. If you need records for a specific case, call ahead with the name or case number. The office may have the file ready when you arrive in Columbia. For people who live far from Tyrrell County, the mail option and online portal are the best choices for getting criminal court records without traveling to the courthouse.
Tyrrell County Criminal Court Structure
Superior Court in Tyrrell County hears felony cases. Serious crimes go through this court with a 12-member jury. The Superior Court also handles appeals from District Court. District Court covers misdemeanors, traffic crimes, and minor offenses. A judge decides these cases alone. Magistrates issue warrants and set bail at (252) 766-6550.
Because Tyrrell County is in District 2, it shares some judicial resources with neighboring counties like Washington County and Beaufort County. Judges rotate between courthouses in the district. The Guardian ad Litem program at (252) 974-7864 serves Tyrrell County for cases involving children. Custody and visitation mediation is available at (252) 940-4083. Official court reporters can be reached at (252) 940-4076 for transcript requests. All records from both Superior and District Court are filed with the Clerk of Superior Court in Columbia. The criminal and civil calendars for Tyrrell County are available online through the NC Courts website, so you can check upcoming court dates before making the trip to Columbia.
Nearby Counties
Tyrrell County is in the northeastern part of North Carolina. These neighboring counties also have their own court systems. Make sure you search in the right county.