High Point Warrant Records Guide
High Point warrant records are managed by the High Point Police Department, the Guilford County Sheriff's Office, and the Guilford County courts. High Point is the second-largest city in Guilford County and is known as the furniture capital of the world. The city has its own courthouse that handles District Court cases. Warrant records in High Point become public once filed with the court. This page explains how to search for and access warrant records in High Point through each available channel.
High Point Quick Facts
High Point Police Warrant Records
The High Point Police Department keeps full records of all police activities. This includes incident reports, arrest records, and warrant files. The department works with the Guilford County Sheriff's Office and the High Point courthouse on county matters.
The High Point courthouse is at 505 East Green Drive, High Point, NC 27260. Call (336) 822-6700 for court questions. The courthouse is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. It handles District Court matters for the High Point area. These include misdemeanors, small civil cases, family cases, and juvenile cases. Public terminals at the courthouse let you search records during business hours.
| Court | High Point Courthouse (District Court) |
|---|---|
| Address | 505 East Green Drive High Point, NC 27260 |
| Phone | (336) 822-6700 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
Requesting High Point Records
The City of High Point has a public records request system on its website at highpointnc.gov. You do not need to put your request in writing. You do not need to give your name or say why you want the records. If you do write a request, you can use forms on the website under three tabs: Development, Police Department, and Public Records Request.
If you want to stay anonymous, keep the reference number you get when you submit your request. This number lets you track status on the Public Records Request Tracking Portal. Your request must be clear enough for staff to search for the right files. The city may ask follow-up questions to help find what you need.
The High Point City Clerk's Office handles records requests. Sandra Keeney serves as the City Clerk. Call 336-883-3536 to reach the office. The City Clerk makes sure all departments follow North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 132 on public records access.
Note: High Point says that access to records is a basic right for any person, whether they live in the city or not.
High Point Warrant Records Fees
High Point charges fees based on the format you want. Electronic files that can go through the portal are free. Physical media like CDs, DVDs, or USB drives cost $5.00 each. Hard copies in black and white cost $0.07 per page. Color copies cost $0.10 per page. Map copies have different costs based on size.
You must pay before the city releases records. The City Clerk's Office takes various forms of payment. For court records, the Guilford County Courthouse has its own fees. Certified copies of court records cost $25.00. Plain copies cost $2.00. Call (336) 822-6700 for the latest fee details.
The North Carolina criminal procedure statutes set the rules for how warrants are handled in High Point.
Chapter 15A covers all aspects of warrant issuance, service, and filing with the court.
Guilford County Warrant Records
High Point is in Guilford County. The High Point Police Department works with the Guilford County Sheriff's Office on warrant service, county law enforcement, and jail operations. The Sheriff's Office keeps online jail and arrest records on their P2C portal.
The Guilford County Sheriff's P2C system covers inmate data and arrest records for the whole county.
The main Guilford County Courthouse in Greensboro at 201 South Eugene Street handles Superior Court cases. Felony matters and large civil cases go through this courthouse. Call (336) 412-7300 for the Greensboro courthouse. High Point District Court cases stay at the High Point courthouse on East Green Drive.
Warrant verification may require checking with both the city police and county agencies. The Sheriff's Office maintains the county warrant database. The Clerk of Court holds records once they are filed. Checking both sources gives a more complete picture of warrant records in High Point.
Note: Criminal record checks and warrant searches in High Point may require contacting both the municipal police department and the Guilford County Sheriff's Office for full coverage.
Warrant Procedures in High Point
Warrants in High Point follow state law. Under N.C.G.S. Chapter 15A, magistrates issue warrants when there is probable cause. The warrant states the person's name and the charge. Officers serve it and file the return with the court.
After service, the warrant becomes a public record. Before service, warrants may be sealed. Judges can also seal warrants to protect witnesses or ongoing investigations. High Point residents can check with the Clerk of Court or the Guilford County Sheriff's Office to learn if a specific warrant record is available.
The North Carolina Public Records Law governs access to all warrant records in High Point and Guilford County.
Chapter 132 defines public records and sets rules for responding to records requests.
State Resources for High Point
The North Carolina offender search covers inmates in state custody. You can look up people with convictions tied to High Point warrants.
The database includes offense details and sentencing information for all state inmates.
The North Carolina SBI at (919) 662-4500 is the central source for statewide criminal history. High Point residents can combine local and state tools for a thorough warrant record search.
Guilford County Court Records
High Point is in Guilford County. All warrant filings and court cases go through the Guilford County system. The county also serves Greensboro and other towns. For more about county warrant records, fees, and court access, visit the Guilford County page.