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Lee County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 1400 South Horner Boulevard, Sanford, NC 27330 — (919) 718-6300
  • Sheriff: Lee County Sheriff's Office, Sanford
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Sanford, 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 Lee County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Lee County. The courthouse is at 1400 South Horner Boulevard, Sanford, NC 27330.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court1400 South Horner Boulevard, Sanford, NC 27330
Phone(919) 718-6300
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

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

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Lee County Courthouse at 1400 South Horner Boulevard, Sanford. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (919) 718-6300.

About Lee County

Lee County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Sanford.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Lee County courthouse?
The Lee County Courthouse is at 1400 South Horner Boulevard, Sanford, NC 27330. Call (919) 718-6300.
Can I look up arrests in Lee County online?
Contact the Lee County Sheriff in Sanford or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (919) 718-6300.
What courts does Lee County have?
Lee 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 (919) 718-6300.
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