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Mecklenburg County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 832 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 — (704) 686-0400
  • Sheriff: Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office, Charlotte
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Charlotte, 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 Mecklenburg County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Mecklenburg County. The courthouse is at 832 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court832 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Phone(704) 686-0400
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

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

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Mecklenburg County Courthouse at 832 East 4th Street, Charlotte. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (704) 686-0400.

About Mecklenburg County

Mecklenburg County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Charlotte.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Mecklenburg County courthouse?
The Mecklenburg County Courthouse is at 832 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Call (704) 686-0400.
Can I look up arrests in Mecklenburg County online?
Contact the Mecklenburg County Sheriff in Charlotte or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (704) 686-0400.
What courts does Mecklenburg County have?
Mecklenburg 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) 686-0400.
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