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Craven County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 302 Broad Street, New Bern, NC 28560 — (252) 639-3000
  • Sheriff: Craven County Sheriff's Office, New Bern
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: New Bern, 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 Craven County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Craven County. The courthouse is at 302 Broad Street, New Bern, NC 28560.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court302 Broad Street, New Bern, NC 28560
Phone(252) 639-3000
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

AgencyLocation
Craven County Sheriff's OfficeNew Bern, North Carolina
🔍 NC SBI — Criminal Record Check 📋 North Carolina SBI

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

Other Public Records

Craven County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in New Bern.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Craven County Courthouse at 302 Broad Street, New Bern. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (252) 639-3000.

About Craven County

Craven County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in New Bern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Craven County courthouse?
The Craven County Courthouse is at 302 Broad Street, New Bern, NC 28560. Call (252) 639-3000.
Can I look up arrests in Craven County online?
Contact the Craven County Sheriff in New Bern or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (252) 639-3000.
What courts does Craven County have?
Craven 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) 639-3000.
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