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Cherokee County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 75 Peachtree Street, Murphy, NC 28906 — (828) 837-2522
  • Sheriff: Cherokee County Sheriff's Office, Murphy
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Murphy, 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 Cherokee County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Cherokee County. The courthouse is at 75 Peachtree Street, Murphy, NC 28906.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court75 Peachtree Street, Murphy, NC 28906
Phone(828) 837-2522
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

Cherokee County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Murphy.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Cherokee County Courthouse at 75 Peachtree Street, Murphy. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (828) 837-2522.

About Cherokee County

Cherokee County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Murphy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Cherokee County courthouse?
The Cherokee County Courthouse is at 75 Peachtree Street, Murphy, NC 28906. Call (828) 837-2522.
Can I look up arrests in Cherokee County online?
Contact the Cherokee County Sheriff in Murphy or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (828) 837-2522.
What courts does Cherokee County have?
Cherokee 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) 837-2522.
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