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Macon County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 5 West Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734 — (828) 349-7200
  • Sheriff: Macon County Sheriff's Office, Franklin
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Franklin, 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 Macon County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Macon County. The courthouse is at 5 West Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court5 West Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734
Phone(828) 349-7200
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

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

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Macon County Courthouse at 5 West Main Street, Franklin. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (828) 349-7200.

About Macon County

Macon County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Franklin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Macon County courthouse?
The Macon County Courthouse is at 5 West Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734. Call (828) 349-7200.
Can I look up arrests in Macon County online?
Contact the Macon County Sheriff in Franklin or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (828) 349-7200.
What courts does Macon County have?
Macon 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 (828) 349-7200.
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