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Forsyth County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 200 North Main Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101 — (336) 779-6300
  • Sheriff: Forsyth County Sheriff's Office, Winston-Salem
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Winston-Salem, 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 Forsyth County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Forsyth County. The courthouse is at 200 North Main Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court200 North Main Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Phone(336) 779-6300
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Forsyth County come from the agency that made the arrest. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail in Winston-Salem.

AgencyLocation
Forsyth County Sheriff's OfficeWinston-Salem, North Carolina
🔍 NC SBI — Criminal Record Check 📋 North Carolina SBI

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

Other Public Records

Forsyth County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Winston-Salem.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Forsyth County Courthouse at 200 North Main Street, Winston-Salem. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (336) 779-6300.

About Forsyth County

Forsyth County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Winston-Salem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Forsyth County courthouse?
The Forsyth County Courthouse is at 200 North Main Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101. Call (336) 779-6300.
Can I look up arrests in Forsyth County online?
Contact the Forsyth County Sheriff in Winston-Salem or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (336) 779-6300.
What courts does Forsyth County have?
Forsyth 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 (336) 779-6300.
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