Buncombe County Court Records

Buncombe County court records document the proceedings and decisions made by the courts within the county. They serve as a historical record of legal actions taken within the county.

North Carolina court records, including Buncombe County court records, typically contain information pertinent to legal matters, including but not limited to case information, pleadings, motions, orders, judgments, hearings, proceedings, and docket entries.

Are Court Records Public in Buncombe County?

As required under the Freedom of Information Law of North Carolina, Buncombe County court records are publicly accessible. However, there are records that are exempted from public viewing. These records include sealed records, expunged records, confidential and private information, medical records, and juvenile records. The Buncombe County Clerk of the Superior Court maintains Buncombe court records. Interested persons can obtain the records by making a request.

Buncombe County Court Records Search

The Clerk of the Buncombe Superior Court is the custodian of Buncombe County court records. Persons interested in accessing court records can use the public, self-service terminals in the office of the Clerk of the Superior Court. View the user’s manual for the system in which the records are stored. Copies of the records can also be obtained for a fee by making a mail or in-person request at:

Buncombe County Clerk of the Superior Court
60 Court Plaza
Asheville, NC 28801-3519
(828) 259-3400

The fees are $2 for the first page of regular copies, 25 cents for each additional page, $3 for certified copies, and $10 for exemplified copies.

The North Carolina Judicial Branch offers a Remote Public Access portal to all cases determined by courts in North Carolina, including Buncombe County. Users would need to pay to use the service to search court records.

Buncombe County Court Records Search by Name

To search Buncombe County court records by name, use the public, self-service terminals in the office of the Clerk of the Superior Court. You can read through the user’s manual for the systems to know how to use them. You can also visit or call the Clerk’s office to search the court’s docket by name. The office is located at:

Buncombe County Clerk of the Superior Court
60 Court Plaza
Asheville, NC 28801-3519
(828) 259-3400

Buncombe County Courts

The Buncombe County court system includes a Superior Court and a District Court. The courts determine a broad range of cases, such as probate, family and domestic matters, small claims, traffic violations, criminal matters, and civil matters. The Buncombe County Superior Court has general jurisdiction over all civil and criminal cases but usually handles cases beyond the District Court's authority. The District Court hears most misdemeanors, infractions, municipal ordinance violations, and civil cases. 

Below are the addresses and contact information of the courts:

Buncombe County Superior Court

Buncombe County Superior Court
Buncombe County Courthouse
60 Court Plaza
Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: (828) 259-3400

Buncombe County District Court

Buncombe County District Court
Buncombe County Courthouse
60 Court Plaza
Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: (828) 259-3400

Buncombe County Superior Court Records

The Superior Court in Buncombe County typically handles a wide range of cases, including felony criminal cases, civil cases, probate matters, and family law matters such as divorce and child custody disputes.

To access records specific to the Superior Court in Buncombe County, individuals can utilize the public, self-service terminals located in the office of the Clerk of the Superior Court. These terminals provide access to court records stored within the system, allowing users to search for and view records related to Superior Court cases. Additionally, individuals can request copies of records for a fee by making a mail or in-person request at the office of the Clerk of the Superior Court:

Buncombe County Clerk of the Superior Court
60 Court Plaza
Asheville, NC 28801-3519
(828) 259-3400

Fees for obtaining copies of records are as follows: $2 for the first page of regular copies, 25 cents for each additional page, $3 for certified copies, and $10 for exemplified copies.

Buncombe County Criminal Records

Buncombe County criminal records are publicly available. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation maintains criminal history records. There is a $14 fee for each search. Payments should be made by check or money order. Interested persons should submit a completed Right to Review Form and fingerprint card to:

North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation
Applicant Unit-Right to Review
Criminal Information and Identification Section
P.O. Box 29500
Raleigh, NC 27626-0500
Phone: (919) 582-8600

The NCSBI also maintains an online search portal for criminal records.

The Buncombe County Clerk of the Superior Court also maintains Buncombe criminal records. The clerk makes these records publicly available at $25 for each certified copy of a criminal record. Requests can be made by mail or in person. Mail requesters can make payments by money order or check, while in-person requesters can make payments by credit card, cash, money order, or check. To make a request, interested persons should fill out Form AOC-CR-314 and submit it in person or by mail to the following:

Buncombe County Clerk of the Superior Court
60 Court Plaza
Asheville, NC 28801-3519

Another way of accessing Buncombe County Arrest Records and criminal records is through the City-County Bureau of Identification. Fill out the Records Check Request form, pay the $5 processing fee, and submit the application in person to:

City-County Bureau of Identification
20 Davidson Drive
Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: (828) 250-4664
Fax: (828) 250-6047

Buncombe County Criminal Court Case Lookup

To look up criminal court case information in Buncombe County, interested individuals can visit the Office of the Clerk of the Buncombe County Superior Court. They can use the public, self-service terminal available at the office to search for records by the defendant’s name, victim or witness name, or case number. Additionally, individuals can request copies of records in person at the courthouse where the case was heard. The location of the below:

Buncombe County Clerk of the Superior Court
60 Court Plaza
Asheville, NC 28801-3519

The fees for obtaining copies of records are structured as follows: $2 for the initial page of regular copies, with an additional charge of 25 cents for each subsequent page. Certified copies are $3 each, while exemplified copies cost $10 per copy.

Get Buncombe County Civil Court Records

To access civil court records in Buncombe County, individuals should contact the Clerk of the Buncombe Superior Court. The Clerk’s office is responsible for maintaining these records, which are generally available to the public except in cases where records are confidential. Access to civil court records is facilitated through public, self-service terminals located in the Clerk of the Superior Court’s office. Users can search for records using the provided terminals, and a user manual for the system is available for guidance.

Individuals interested in obtaining copies of civil court records can do so for a fee. To request copies, interested parties should visit the Buncombe County Clerk of the Superior Court located at:

60 Court Plaza
Asheville, NC 28801-3519

A mail request with payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope can also be sent to the address. The fees for obtaining copies of records are structured as follows: $2 for the initial page of regular copies, with an additional charge of 25 cents for each subsequent page. It costs $3 for certified copies, and exemplified copies cost $10 per copy.

Buncombe County Family Court Records

In Buncombe County, family court cases, including matters related to divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, and domestic violence, are typically heard within the jurisdiction of the Buncombe County Superior Court.

Buncombe County family court records are maintained by the Clerk of the Superior Court. These records can be accessed using the public, self-service terminals available at the Clerk’s office. Interested individuals can search for records by utilizing these terminals, and a user’s manual for the system is provided for assistance.

To obtain copies of family court records, interested parties can visit or send a mail request to:

Buncombe County Clerk of the Superior Court
60 Court Plaza
Asheville, NC 28801-3519.

The fees for obtaining copies of records are structured as follows: $2 for the initial page of regular copies, with an additional charge of 25 cents for each subsequent page. Certified copies are $3 each, and it is $10 for each exemplified copy.

Buncombe Dissolution of Marriage Records

Buncombe dissolution of marriage is available to interested persons through two options: the Clerk of the Buncombe County Superior Court and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).

The Clerk of the Superior Court maintains Buncombe County divorce records and provides access to these records through public, self-service terminals at their office located at 60 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801-3519. Interested persons can utilize these terminals to search for divorce records. A user’s manual for the system is available for guidance. Copies of records can also be obtained for a fee by visiting the Clerk’s office in person or sending a mail request. 

Note: The fees for getting copies of dissolution of marriage records are: $2 for the first page of regular copies, with an additional charge of 25 cents for each subsequent page, certified copies cost $3 each, while exemplified copies cost $10 per copy.

The NCDHHS also maintains Buncombe County divorce certificates from 1958 to the present. Only the parties to the divorce and their close relatives are eligible to obtain Buncombe divorce records either in person or by mail. To request divorce records from the NCDHHS, interested persons should complete the Application for Divorce Records Form. The form requires information such as the spouses’ names, the date of the divorce, and the place of the divorce. Payment and a copy of a valid ID should accompany the request, which can then be submitted to:

North Carolina Vital Records
225 North McDowell Street
1903 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1900
Phone: (984) 236-7268

The cost for the first copy in a request is $24, with each additional copy in the same request costing $15. Payment for mail requests should be made by money order or check, while payment for in-person requests should be made by check, money order, or cash. Expedited service is available for an additional fee. The office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., from Mondays to Fridays.

Buncombe County Marriage and Divorce Records

In Buncombe County, marriage and divorce records are maintained by different offices, each with its own process for accessing these records.

Buncombe County Marriage Records:

The Buncombe County Register of Deeds is responsible for maintaining marriage records. These records can be obtained through in-person, mail, or online requests. To purchase a Buncombe County marriage certificate in person, individuals must bring a valid photo ID and payment to the Register of Deeds office at 205 College St., Asheville, NC 28801. Certified records can only be issued to immediate family or an authorized agent.

For mail requests, individuals should send a copy of their valid photo ID, along with a check or money order and the completed Vital Records Request Form, to the same address. A stamped, self-addressed envelope can facilitate a faster return. The fee for a certified copy is $10, while non-certified copies cost 25 cents each. Online requests can be made through the Vital Records Online Request portal at a cost of $10 per copy.

The NCDHHS also maintains Buncombe County marriage records from 1962 till the present. The NCDHHS makes both certified and non-certified copies of the records available to the public. Only close relatives of the parties to the marriage can obtain certified copies of Buncombe County marriage certificates. Interested persons can make requests by mail or in person. The requester needs to complete the Application for Marriage Records Form. The requester would need to provide information about the marriage, such as the parties’ names, the date of the marriage, and the place where the license was issued. The completed form, a copy of a valid I.D., and payment should be made to:

North Carolina Vital Records
225 North McDowell Street
1903 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1900
Phone: (984) 236-7268

The first copy in a request costs $24, while each additional copy in the same request costs $15. Payment for mail requests should be by money order or check. Payment for in-person requests should be by check, money order, or cash. The requester may also pay extra charges for expedited service.

Divorce Records:

The Clerk of the Buncombe County Superior Court maintains divorce records. Interested individuals can make requests for these records and access them through public, self-service terminals at the Clerk’s office. Copies of records can also be obtained for a fee. To obtain copies, interested persons should visit the Buncombe County Clerk of the Superior Court at 60 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801-3519.

The fee for copies of divorce records is $2 for the initial page of regular copies, with an additional charge of 25 cents for each subsequent page. Certified copies cost $3 each, while exemplified copies cost $10 per copy.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) maintains Buncombe County divorce certificates from 1958 till the present. Only the parties to the divorce and their close relatives can obtain Buncombe divorce records either in person or by mail. The requester should complete the Application for Divorce Records Form. The form requires the requester to provide the spouses’ names, the date of the divorce, and the place of the divorce. The requester should include payment and a copy of a valid I.D. and submit the requests to:

North Carolina Vital Records
225 North McDowell Street
1903 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1900
Phone: (984) 236-7268

The first copy in a request costs $24, while each additional copy in the same request costs $15. Payment for mail requests should be made by money order or check. Payment for in-person requests should be made by check, money order, or cash. The requester may also pay extra fees for expedited service. The office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., from Mondays to Fridays.

Buncombe Birth and Death Records

Accessing birth and death records in Buncombe County involves requesting copies from or contacting the Buncombe County Register of Deeds or the NCDHHS. Buncombe County birth records and death records are not public, but they are available to specific individuals and authorized persons.

Birth Records:

Buncombe County birth records can be obtained from the Buncombe County Register of Deeds through online, mail, or walk-in requests. Only the registrant, immediate family members, and authorized persons can access these records. For online requests, individuals can use the request portal to order copies of birth certificates for $10 each.

To submit mail or walk-in requests, the requester should complete the Vital Records Request Form, include a valid ID, and make payment. The request should be sent to:

Buncombe County Register of Deeds
205 College Street
Asheville, NC 28801

Each certified record costs $10, while each non-certified record costs 25 cents. Payment may be made by credit or debit card, checks, money orders, or cash. Checks and money orders should be made payable to the Register of Deeds.

The NCDHHS maintains Buncombe birth certificates from 1913 till the present. Interested persons can make requests for certified or non-certified copies by mail or in person. Proof of any of the following qualifying relationships with the registrant may be necessary to obtain a certified copy:

• Current Spouse
• Sibling
• Child or Stepchild
• Parent or Stepparent
• Grandparent or Grandchild
• A person seeking information for legal determination of personal or property rights
• An authorized agent, attorney, or legal representative of a person described above

A requester would need to complete the Application for Birth Certificate Form. The requester would also need to provide the registrant’s name, the name of the registrant’s parents, the date of birth, and the place of birth. A copy of the requester’s valid I.D. and payment should be included with the completed form. Requests should be made to:

North Carolina Vital Records
225 North McDowell Street
1903 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1900
Phone: (984) 236-7268

The first copy in a request costs $24, while each additional copy in the same request costs $15. For mail requests, the completed form should be submitted with a money order or check payment of the applicable fees. For in-person requests, payment may be made by check, money order, or cash. The requester may choose to pay extra for expedited services.

Death Records:

Buncombe County death records can be obtained from the Buncombe County Register of Deeds. Similar to birth records, only specific individuals can access death records. This includes immediate family members of the deceased or their authorized representatives.

Interested persons can make requests for copies of death records online, by mail or in person. Copies of death records can be ordered online at $10 for each certificate.

To make a mail or in-person request, complete the Vital Records Request Form, enclose payment, and provide a copy of a valid ID. Requests should be made to:

Buncombe County Register of Deeds
205 College Street
Asheville, NC 28801

Each certified record costs $10, while each non-certified record costs 25 cents. 

The NCDHHS has maintained Buncombe's death records since 1930. The NCDHHS makes certified and non-certified copies of the records publicly available. However, only the following close relatives of the registrant can obtain certified copies:

• Sibling
• Child or stepchild
• Parent or stepparent
• Grandparent or grandchild
• A person seeking information for legal determination of personal or property rights
• An authorized agent, attorney, or legal representative of a person described above

Death records can be obtained in person or by mail. A requester has to fill out the Death Certificate Application Form. Enclose payment and a copy of a valid I.D. with the filled-out form. Requests should be made to:

North Carolina Vital Records
225 North McDowell Street
1903 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1900
Phone: (984) 236-7268

The first copy costs $24, while every other copy in the same request costs $15. Mail requesters may make payment by money order or check, while in-person requesters may make payment by check, money order, or cash. The requester may pay extra fees for expedited service. 

Buncombe County Probate Court Records

Probate court records in Buncombe County pertain to cases involving the distribution of assets and settlement of estates after an individual’s death. These records encompass various matters such as wills, estate administration, guardianships, conservatorships, and name changes.

To obtain probate court records in Buncombe County, interested individuals can contact the Clerk of the Buncombe Superior Court. The Clerk maintains these records and provides access to them through public, self-service terminals located at the office. Individuals can use these terminals to search for probate court records by utilizing the provided search functions. Interested persons can look through the user’s manual for the system that is available for guidance.

Copies of probate court records can also be obtained for a fee by visiting the Buncombe County Clerk of the Superior Court office at 60 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801-3519. The fees for obtaining copies of records include $2 for the initial page of regular copies, with an additional charge of 25 cents for each subsequent page. Certified copies cost $3 each, while exemplified copies cost $10 per copy.

Buncombe County Property Records

Buncombe County property records include information such as property ownership, legal descriptions, tax assessments, property boundaries, transaction history, and any liens or encumbrances on the property. These records are useful for property research, title searches, real estate transactions, and land development planning within Buncombe County.

To access property records within Buncombe County, individuals can use the methods provided by the Land Records Department of the Property Assessor Office or the Register of Deeds office.

The Land Records Department maintains the property and GIS data used for taxation, public inquiry, and legal research, utilizing deeds, plats, wills, and other public documents to maintain the official index of property location and ownership in Buncombe County.

To request property records from the Land Records Department, individuals can fill out the Land Records Request form and submit it via email, mail, or by dropping it off at their office. The Land Records Office contact information is below:

Land Records
155 Hilliard Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: (828) 250-4970
mapping.questions@buncombecounty.org

The office operates from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The cost for this service is $1.00 per report, up to 10 pages, with an additional charge of $0.10 for each extra page.

Alternatively, individuals can use the GIS system available online to find property records electronically.

To request property records from the Register of Deeds office, complete the Real Estate Records Request Form along with a check or money order payable to Register of Deeds to the address provided:

Register of Deeds
205 College Street
Asheville, NC 28801

Certified copies of documents cost $5.00 for the first page and $2.00 for each additional page, while non-certified copies cost $0.25 per page. Including a stamped, self-addressed envelope can expedite the return process.

Buncombe County Court Records Online

Third-party online resources like courtrecords.us offer convenient access to Buncombe County court records, providing user-friendly interfaces and advanced search options for efficient record retrieval. These platforms allow users to access court records from anywhere with an internet connection, eliminating the need to visit the courthouse in person and may include features such as alerts for new filings or updates to cases of interest. However, users should be aware of potential limitations, including associated costs, potential inaccuracies, privacy concerns, and the possibility of limited scope in terms of available records.