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Gates County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 206 East Main Street, Gates, NC 27937 — (252) 357-1365
  • Sheriff: Gates County Sheriff's Office, Gates
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Gates, 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 Gates County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Gates County. The courthouse is at 206 East Main Street, Gates, NC 27937.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court206 East Main Street, Gates, NC 27937
Phone(252) 357-1365
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

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

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Gates County Courthouse at 206 East Main Street, Gates. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (252) 357-1365.

About Gates County

Gates County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Gates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Gates County courthouse?
The Gates County Courthouse is at 206 East Main Street, Gates, NC 27937. Call (252) 357-1365.
Can I look up arrests in Gates County online?
Contact the Gates County Sheriff in Gates or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (252) 357-1365.
What courts does Gates County have?
Gates 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) 357-1365.
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