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Chatham County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 40 E Chatham Street, Pittsboro, NC 27312 — (919) 545-3500
  • Sheriff: Chatham County Sheriff's Office, Pittsboro
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Pittsboro, 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 Chatham County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Chatham County. The courthouse is at 40 E Chatham Street, Pittsboro, NC 27312.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court40 E Chatham Street, Pittsboro, NC 27312
Phone(919) 545-3500
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

Chatham County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Pittsboro.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Chatham County Courthouse at 40 E Chatham Street, Pittsboro. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (919) 545-3500.

About Chatham County

Chatham County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Pittsboro.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Chatham County courthouse?
The Chatham County Courthouse is at 40 E Chatham Street, Pittsboro, NC 27312. Call (919) 545-3500.
Can I look up arrests in Chatham County online?
Contact the Chatham County Sheriff in Pittsboro or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (919) 545-3500.
What courts does Chatham County have?
Chatham 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 (919) 545-3500.
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