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Wake County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 316 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 — (919) 856-6160
  • Sheriff: Wake County Sheriff's Office, Raleigh
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Raleigh, 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 Wake County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Wake County. The courthouse is at 316 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC 27601.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court316 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone(919) 856-6160
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

Wake County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Raleigh.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Wake County Courthouse at 316 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (919) 856-6160.

About Wake County

Wake County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Raleigh.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Wake County courthouse?
The Wake County Courthouse is at 316 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC 27601. Call (919) 856-6160.
Can I look up arrests in Wake County online?
Contact the Wake County Sheriff in Raleigh or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (919) 856-6160.
What courts does Wake County have?
Wake 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) 856-6160.
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