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Wayne County, North Carolina — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Superior Court: 224 East Walnut Street, Goldsboro, NC 27530 — (919) 731-1435
  • Sheriff: Wayne County Sheriff's Office, Goldsboro
  • Online search: NC eCourts
  • County seat: Goldsboro, 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 Wayne County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in Wayne County. The courthouse is at 224 East Walnut Street, Goldsboro, NC 27530.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Superior Court224 East Walnut Street, Goldsboro, NC 27530
Phone(919) 731-1435
Online SearchNC Courts — eCourts

Arrest Records

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

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

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

Other Public Records

Wayne County maintains other public records through the Register of Deeds and other county offices in Goldsboro.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Wayne County Courthouse at 224 East Walnut Street, Goldsboro. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use NC eCourts.

By mail: Submit a request under the NC Public Records Law. Call (919) 731-1435.

About Wayne County

Wayne County is located in North Carolina with its county seat in Goldsboro.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Wayne County courthouse?
The Wayne County Courthouse is at 224 East Walnut Street, Goldsboro, NC 27530. Call (919) 731-1435.
Can I look up arrests in Wayne County online?
Contact the Wayne County Sheriff in Goldsboro or use NC SBI.
How do I get a court record?
Search at NC eCourts or call (919) 731-1435.
What courts does Wayne County have?
Wayne 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) 731-1435.
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