Durham County Active Warrant Records
Durham County warrant records are managed by the Sheriff's Office Records Division and the Clerk of Superior Court at the Durham County Courthouse. The courthouse sits at 510 South Dillard Street in Durham. Both offices handle warrant data, arrest records, and court case files for the public. Durham County provides several paths for searching warrant records, including online portals and in-person visits. This guide explains where to go and what to expect when looking up warrant records in Durham County.
Durham County Quick Facts
Durham County Sheriff Records Division
The Durham County Sheriff's Office Records Division sits on the first floor of the courthouse at 510 South Dillard Street. You can reach the division at (919) 560-0899 or (919) 560-0898. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
The Records Division manages all agency reports. These include incident reports, property reports, vehicle reports, missing person reports, citations, and warning tickets. Staff also handle gun permits, sex offender registrations, and fingerprinting services. For warrant information, the Records Division can direct you to the right resources. Criminal record checks through this office are available for court officials only. The general public should visit the Clerk of Court's office on the first floor for warrant record access.
The Durham Police Department runs a Police to Citizen portal that gives the public access to police reports and case information online.
The P2C portal lets you search cases and file new reports from your browser.
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Durham County Sheriff's Office Records Division 510 South Dillard Street, 1st Floor Durham, NC Phone: (919) 560-0899 / (919) 560-0898 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
Durham County Court Warrant Records
Durham County Superior and District Courts share the courthouse at 510 South Dillard Street. The Superior Court handles felonies and civil matters over $25,000. Reach it at (919) 808-3007. The District Court covers misdemeanors and civil cases under $25,000 at (919) 808-3002.
Both courts have public terminals for searching court records during business hours. You can look up warrant records by defendant name or case number. The Clerk of Superior Court keeps all warrant records and provides certified copies for fees set under state law. Staff on the first floor can help you find specific warrant records and court documents.
For people who want to search from home, the state offers online access to certain court data. The North Carolina criminal procedure statutes govern how warrants are issued in Durham County and across the state.
Chapter 15A of the General Statutes covers arrest warrants, search warrants, and all criminal process in North Carolina.
Note: Public terminals at the courthouse may not show sealed or restricted warrant records in Durham County.
Fees for Durham County Records
The Sheriff's Office charges fees for various services. All fees are final and cannot be refunded, even if a permit is denied. Credit card payments include a convenience fee from the payment provider.
Common fees at the Durham County Sheriff's Office include:
- Report copies: $3.00 cash or $6.09 with credit card
- Fingerprints: $15.00 cash or $18.45 with credit card
- Pistol permits: $5.00 cash or $8.15 with credit card
- Concealed carry permits: $90.00 cash or $95.70 with credit card
- Security cards: $10.00 cash or $13.30 with credit card
Payments can be made at the Cashier's Office on the first floor of the courthouse. The Clerk of Court charges separate fees for certified copies of warrant records and other court documents. These fees follow the schedule set by N.C.G.S. 7A-308. Call ahead to confirm exact costs before you visit.
Requesting Durham County Warrant Records
Durham County Government follows the North Carolina Public Records Law for all record requests. The county uses a portal called Next Request for public record submissions.
You can submit requests through the Durham County Public Records Request Portal. The system lets you search past requests before filing a new one. Once you submit a request, the portal sends an email to confirm receipt. Some records may contain private or protected information that cannot be shared.
The portal covers all departments within Durham County Government.
The Sheriff's Office also takes records requests by email at PIO@DurhamSheriff.org or through their website. For warrant records held by the court, contact the Clerk of Superior Court directly. The Durham County Register of Deeds maintains a separate database for vital records and property documents.
Note: Complex records requests in Durham County may take extra processing time, so submit your request as early as you can.
Online Warrant Search Tools
Durham County offers more online access than many counties in North Carolina. The Durham Police Department P2C portal is a key resource. It lets you search for police reports, view case details, and print existing reports using specific incident report numbers.
The North Carolina Public Records Law protects your right to access government records, including warrant records held by Durham County agencies.
Chapter 132 of the General Statutes defines what records are public and how you can get them.
The state also runs the NC Offender Public Information search at webapps.doc.state.nc.us. This tool covers offenders across all counties. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation website provides criminal background check services that may include warrant data from Durham County.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Durham County. Warrants must be filed in the county where the crime occurred or where the person resides. Check the right county to find the records you need.