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Surry County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 201 East Kapp Street, Dobson, NC 27017 — (336) 386-3700
  • Sheriff: Surry County Sheriff's Office, Dobson
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Dobson, 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 Surry County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Surry County. The courthouse is at 201 East Kapp Street, Dobson, NC 27017.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court201 East Kapp Street, Dobson, NC 27017
Phone(336) 386-3700
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

Surry County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Dobson.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Surry County Courthouse at 201 East Kapp Street, Dobson. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (336) 386-3700.

About Surry County

Surry County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Dobson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Surry County courthouse?
The Surry County Courthouse is at 201 East Kapp Street, Dobson, NC 27017. Call (336) 386-3700.
Can I look up arrests in Surry County online?
Contact the Surry County Sheriff in Dobson or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (336) 386-3700.
What courts does Surry County have?
Surry 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 (336) 386-3700.
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