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Orange County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 106 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278 — (919) 644-4500
  • Sheriff: Orange County Sheriff's Office, Hillsborough
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Hillsborough, 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 Orange County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Orange County. The courthouse is at 106 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court106 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278
Phone(919) 644-4500
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

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

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Orange County Courthouse at 106 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (919) 644-4500.

About Orange County

Orange County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Hillsborough.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Orange County courthouse?
The Orange County Courthouse is at 106 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278. Call (919) 644-4500.
Can I look up arrests in Orange County online?
Contact the Orange County Sheriff in Hillsborough or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (919) 644-4500.
What courts does Orange County have?
Orange 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) 644-4500.
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