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Buncombe County, North Carolina — Public Records

Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Buncombe County.

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 60 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801 — (828) 259-3400
  • Sheriff: Buncombe County Sheriff's Office, Asheville
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Asheville, North Carolina
How to use this page: Pick a section below — court records, arrest records, or other records.

Start here: Choose the type of record you need below, then follow the link to the official source.

What You Can Find Here

⚖️ Superior and district court records
🔍 Sheriff arrest records and jail information
🏛️ Small claims and magistrate court records
📋 Property records and vital records contacts
What you will need:
  • Full name of the person or business
  • Case number, if you have one
  • Approximate date or location of the record

Court Records

The Buncombe County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Buncombe County. The courthouse is at 60 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court60 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801
Phone(828) 259-3400
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Buncombe County come from the agency that made the arrest. The Buncombe County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail in Asheville.

AgencyLocation
Buncombe County Sheriff's OfficeAsheville, North Carolina
🔍 NC SBI — Criminal Record Check 📋 North Carolina SBI

Contact the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office for local arrest records.

Other Public Records

Buncombe County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Asheville.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Buncombe County Courthouse at 60 Court Plaza, Asheville. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (828) 259-3400.

About Buncombe County

Buncombe County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Asheville.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Buncombe County courthouse?
The Buncombe County Courthouse is at 60 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801. Call (828) 259-3400.
Can I look up arrests in Buncombe County online?
Contact the Buncombe County Sheriff in Asheville or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (828) 259-3400.
What courts does Buncombe County have?
Buncombe County has superior and district courts as part of the NC unified court system.
Is there a fee?
eCourts searches are free. Certified copies may require a fee. Call (828) 259-3400.
What this page does not show: Not all records are available online.

This page is a guide to help you find official records. All information comes from government sources.

Last updated: April 15, 2026