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Washington County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 120 Adams Street, Plymouth, NC 27962 — (252) 793-5823
  • Sheriff: Washington County Sheriff's Office, Plymouth
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Plymouth, 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 Washington County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Washington County. The courthouse is at 120 Adams Street, Plymouth, NC 27962.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court120 Adams Street, Plymouth, NC 27962
Phone(252) 793-5823
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

Washington County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Plymouth.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Washington County Courthouse at 120 Adams Street, Plymouth. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (252) 793-5823.

About Washington County

Washington County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Plymouth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Washington County courthouse?
The Washington County Courthouse is at 120 Adams Street, Plymouth, NC 27962. Call (252) 793-5823.
Can I look up arrests in Washington County online?
Contact the Washington County Sheriff in Plymouth or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (252) 793-5823.
What courts does Washington County have?
Washington 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 (252) 793-5823.
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