Craven County Warrant Search

Craven County warrant records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office Records Division and the Clerk of Superior Court in New Bern. The county sits along the Neuse River in eastern North Carolina. Searching for Craven County warrant records can be done by phone, in person, or through court terminals at the courthouse. The Records Division at the Sheriff's Office fields warrant calls and walk-in requests during business hours. This guide covers how to access Craven County warrant records, what you can expect to find, and the offices that handle these requests.

Craven County Sheriff Records Division

The Craven County Sheriff's Office sits at 1100 Clarks Road in New Bern. The main line is (252) 636-6620. The Records Division has its own number at (252) 636-6632. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The Records Division handles warrant checks and all law enforcement records in Craven County. Staff can verify if a warrant is active when you give a full name and date of birth. The Sheriff's Office works with the New Bern Police Department and other local agencies to serve warrants and find wanted persons. Under N.C.G.S. § 15A-301, the office must track all warrants it receives, including returns of service for warrants that have been served and notes for warrants recalled by the court.

For warrants tied to child support matters in Craven County, the Child Support Enforcement office at 2818 Neuse Boulevard handles those files. That office can be reached at (252) 636-6618.

Craven County Clerk of Court Warrants

The Craven County Clerk of Superior Court is at 302 Broad Street in New Bern. Call (252) 639-3000 or (252) 514-4700. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The Clerk holds all court records, from arrest warrants to search warrants.

Public access terminals at the courthouse let you search Craven County warrant records by name, case number, or other details. The terminals connect to the statewide court database. Staff can help you find specific Craven County warrant records. Certified copies are available for fees set under state law. The Clerk's office also gives information about court steps and how to address outstanding warrants through the court system.

The North Carolina criminal procedure statutes guide how warrants are issued throughout the state.

Chapter 15A of the NC General Statutes sets the rules for warrant issuance and service in Craven County.

How to Search Craven County Warrants

Several paths lead to Craven County warrant records. The fastest is a call to the Records Division at (252) 636-6632. Walk-in visits work at both the Sheriff's Office at 1100 Clarks Road and the Clerk of Court at 302 Broad Street. For warrants in the city of New Bern, the Police Department at 601 George Street takes calls at (252) 633-2020.

Bring a government-issued photo ID when you visit. Have a full name, date of birth, and social security number ready. The statewide court system provides some online access, though specific warrant details may need a direct call. If you think you may have a warrant in Craven County, talk to a lawyer first. Walking into a law enforcement office with an active warrant could mean arrest on the spot. Lawyers can check records and set up a voluntary surrender if needed.

Note: Attorneys can often get more detailed Craven County warrant information than what is available to the general public.

Craven County Arrest and Booking Records

Arrest records in Craven County list the full name, date of birth, gender, race, height, weight, and address. They show the date and time of arrest, the location, and the agency that made the arrest. Warrant details include the warrant number, issuing authority, date issued, and the officer who served it. Booking data covers the booking number, date, time, and fingerprint ID.

Bond information appears as well. It shows the amount, the type, and the current status. Court details list the case number, next court date, and which court will hear the case. All of this is public under North Carolina law, though some parts may be blacked out to protect open cases or personal data. The Sheriff's Office and Clerk of Court work together to keep Craven County warrant records and arrest records accurate and up to date.

The NC Offender Search gives statewide results that may connect to Craven County warrant records.

Requesting Craven County Warrant Records

The North Carolina Public Records Law gives you the right to request Craven County warrant records. The Sheriff's Office has law enforcement files like warrant service notes and incident reports. The Clerk of Court has the actual warrant papers and full case files. Direct your request to the right office based on what you need.

Write your request when you can. Include the person's name, the dates, any case numbers, and what kind of record you want. Agencies must respond as fast as possible. Simple requests go quickly. Large or complex pulls take more time. Fees cover only the real cost of copies. Under N.C.G.S. § 132-6.2, an office may ask for payment up front if the total will be high. Social security numbers, informant names, and open case details get removed from Craven County warrant records before they are released.

Craven County Detention Center

The Craven County Detention Center is at 1100 Clarks Road in New Bern. Call (252) 636-6619. It runs around the clock, every day. The facility handles all new bookings and releases for the county.

People arrested on Craven County warrants go through intake at this site. They are fingerprinted, photographed, and screened. The facility provides medical care, mental health support, and meals. Inmates stay until bond is posted, a court order frees them, or the warrant is cleared. Staff also move inmates to court dates as needed. Contact the detention center for visiting hours and rules.

Nearby Counties

Craven County sits next to these counties. Make sure you search in the county where the warrant was issued. Courts have jurisdiction only in their own county for most warrants.