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Chowan County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 101 S Broad St, Edenton, NC 27932 — (252) 368-5000
  • Sheriff: Chowan County Sheriff's Office, Edenton
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Edenton, 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 Chowan County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Chowan County. The courthouse is at 101 S Broad St, Edenton, NC 27932.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court101 S Broad St, Edenton, NC 27932
Phone(252) 368-5000
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

Chowan County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Edenton.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Chowan County Courthouse at 101 S Broad St, Edenton. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (252) 368-5000.

About Chowan County

Chowan County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Edenton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Chowan County courthouse?
The Chowan County Courthouse is at 101 S Broad St, Edenton, NC 27932. Call (252) 368-5000.
Can I look up arrests in Chowan County online?
Contact the Chowan County Sheriff in Edenton or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (252) 368-5000.
What courts does Chowan County have?
Chowan 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 (252) 368-5000.
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