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Burke County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 201 South Green Street, Morganton, NC 28655 — (828) 433-3200
  • Sheriff: Burke County Sheriff's Office, Morganton
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Morganton, 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 Burke County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Burke County. The courthouse is at 201 South Green Street, Morganton, NC 28655.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court201 South Green Street, Morganton, NC 28655
Phone(828) 433-3200
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

Burke County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Morganton.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Burke County Courthouse at 201 South Green Street, Morganton. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (828) 433-3200.

About Burke County

Burke County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Morganton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Burke County courthouse?
The Burke County Courthouse is at 201 South Green Street, Morganton, NC 28655. Call (828) 433-3200.
Can I look up arrests in Burke County online?
Contact the Burke County Sheriff in Morganton or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (828) 433-3200.
What courts does Burke County have?
Burke 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) 433-3200.
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