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Lincoln County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 1 Court Square, Lincolnton, NC 28093 — (704) 742-7800
  • Sheriff: Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Lincolnton
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Lincolnton, 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 Lincoln County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Lincoln County. The courthouse is at 1 Court Square, Lincolnton, NC 28093.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court1 Court Square, Lincolnton, NC 28093
Phone(704) 742-7800
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

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

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Lincoln County Courthouse at 1 Court Square, Lincolnton. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (704) 742-7800.

About Lincoln County

Lincoln County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Lincolnton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Lincoln County courthouse?
The Lincoln County Courthouse is at 1 Court Square, Lincolnton, NC 28093. Call (704) 742-7800.
Can I look up arrests in Lincoln County online?
Contact the Lincoln County Sheriff in Lincolnton or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (704) 742-7800.
What courts does Lincoln County have?
Lincoln 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 (704) 742-7800.
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