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Columbus County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 113 Courthouse Square, Whiteville, NC 28472 — (910) 641-4400
  • Sheriff: Columbus County Sheriff's Office, Whiteville
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Whiteville, 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 Columbus County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Columbus County. The courthouse is at 113 Courthouse Square, Whiteville, NC 28472.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court113 Courthouse Square, Whiteville, NC 28472
Phone(910) 641-4400
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

Columbus County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Whiteville.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Columbus County Courthouse at 113 Courthouse Square, Whiteville. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (910) 641-4400.

About Columbus County

Columbus County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Whiteville.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Columbus County courthouse?
The Columbus County Courthouse is at 113 Courthouse Square, Whiteville, NC 28472. Call (910) 641-4400.
Can I look up arrests in Columbus County online?
Contact the Columbus County Sheriff in Whiteville or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (910) 641-4400.
What courts does Columbus County have?
Columbus 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 (910) 641-4400.
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