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Catawba County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 100 Government Drive, Dept. A, Newton, NC 28658 — (828) 695-6100
  • Sheriff: Catawba County Sheriff's Office, Newton
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Newton, 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 Catawba County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Catawba County. The courthouse is at 100 Government Drive, Dept. A, Newton, NC 28658.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court100 Government Drive, Dept. A, Newton, NC 28658
Phone(828) 695-6100
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

Catawba County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Newton.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Catawba County Courthouse at 100 Government Drive, Newton. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (828) 695-6100.

About Catawba County

Catawba County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Newton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Catawba County courthouse?
The Catawba County Courthouse is at 100 Government Drive, Dept. A, Newton, NC 28658. Call (828) 695-6100.
Can I look up arrests in Catawba County online?
Contact the Catawba County Sheriff in Newton or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (828) 695-6100.
What courts does Catawba County have?
Catawba 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) 695-6100.
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