Pasquotank County Court Records

Pasquotank County court records are official records comprising information about a court case. Court records are essential as they ensure that court case proceedings are documented and can be reviewed in the future. The Clerk of Superior Court is responsible for maintaining court records in the county. Pasquotank County court records usually carry the following information about a case:

• Hearing and filing dates
• Party information
• Case events
• Case dispositions
• Financial information

Are Court Records Public in Pasquotank County?

Yes. Under the North Carolina Public Records Act, court records are classified as public records. This means individuals have the right to inspect court records maintained by North Carolina courts. However, the Public Records Act exempts some court records from the publicly accessible records. These records include juvenile court records, sensitive personal information (social security numbers, driver's license numbers, financial account numbers), and medical records. Court records sealed by the court are also inaccessible to the public.

Notwithstanding, per Chapter 132-11 of the General Statutes, confidential records shall become public records 100 years after their creation. This provision excludes court records prohibited under federal law, sealed by the state or federal court, containing federal security numbers, or pertaining to juveniles.

Pasquotank County Court Records Search

Pasquotank County court records can be obtained from the following sources:

• The Clerk of the Superior Court
• The North Carolina Judicial Branch eCourts portal
• Third-party vendors

Pasquotank County Courts

Pasquotank County is part of the North Carolina Judicial District 1. It consists of a Superior and District Court. The county's courthouse is located at:

206 East Main Street
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: (252) 331-4600

Pasquotank County Criminal and Civil Records

Criminal and civil records are the two categories of court records in Pasquotank County. Criminal court records are generated during litigation on a criminal case, while civil court records are generated during litigation on a civil case. A case is considered criminal if it involves the prosecution of a person by the government for a crime. A civil case, in contrast, is usually a legal dispute between two or more parties.

Individuals can access a criminal or civil court record at the public, self-service terminal at the clerk's office. Also, Pasquotank is one of North Carolina's eCourt counties, thereby allowing users to search the county's court records online via the eCourts portal. Records can be searched using a case number or a name. Inquirers who want an official copy of a court record can request one at the clerk's office. The requester will need to pay a reproduction fee for the record.

Pasquotank County Marriage Records

The Register of Deeds is the custodian of Pasquotank County's vital records, including marriage records. Pasquotank County marriage records are accessible to any member of the public. However, only the couple, a close relative, or a legal representative can obtain a certified copy of a marriage record. A request can be made in person or forwarded via mail to the Register of Deeds office address:

Register of Deeds
Pasquotank County
P.O. Box 154
Elizabeth City, NC 27907-0154

Requests may also be made online via the Register of Deeds vital records third-party partner vendor. A copy of a Pasquotank County marriage certificate costs $10 per copy, and uncertified copies cost 10 cents each. Individuals can contact the department at (252) 335-4367 for more information.

Pasquotank County Divorce Records

A divorce is the legal termination of a marriage. The District Court handles divorce cases, and the Clerk of the Superior Court maintains the records. Inquirers may obtain a copy of a divorce judgment for a fee from the clerk. A Pasquotank divorce certificate, however, will only be issued to the parties involved in the divorce, their immediate family member, or legal representative. Researchers can also search for Pasquotank divorce records on the self-service terminal at the clerk's office or the eCourts portal.

Pasquotank County Birth Records

Birth records (except delayed birth records) are created at the time of birth to document a child's birth. After a Pasquotank County birth record is made, it is filed with the Register of Deeds. Birth records are open to the public, and copies can be obtained for 10 cents. A birth certificate can only be received by the record's subject, immediate family member like a parent or child, or their legal representative. The cost for obtaining a Pasquotank County birth certificate is $10 per copy. Requests can be made in person at the Register of Deeds office by mail or online.

Pasquotank County Death Records

Pasquotank County death records contain information on persons who passed away in the county. The Register of Deeds office also maintains the county's death records. A Pasquotank County death certificate can be obtained by an immediate family member, an authorized agent/attorney, or someone who wishes to clarify personal or property rights. Any member of the public can obtain an uncertified copy of a death record. The request process and fees to obtain death records in Pasquotank are the same as those for birth and marriage records.

Pasquotank County Probate Court Records

Probate court records provide detailed information about the administration of a deceased's estate. The Clerk of the Superior Court oversees Pasquotank probate matters. Individuals can obtain a copy of a probate court record from the clerk's office. Probate case information may also be accessed on the clerk's office self-service terminal and the North Carolina eCourts portal.

Pasquotank County Property Records

Pasquotank County property records are filed with the Register of Deeds Office and contain information on properties situated in the county. Property documents such as deeds, deeds of trust, plats, certificates of satisfaction, and agreements can be obtained in person from the Register of Deeds office or viewed on the Register of Deeds online property record database (select "Search Documents Online" on the Register's website). A search can be performed using a grantor or grantee's name.

Researchers can search for a Pasquotank property online through the Tax Office Property Card Search. A property can be searched by owner name, parcel ID, map number, address, PID, recent transfer, and deed book/page. A search reveals the property's PIN, owner, location, photo, and total value.

Pasquotank County Court Records Online

Researchers can look up Pasquotank County court records online via third-party resources like Northcarolinacourtrecords.us. Third-party resources enable individuals to look up Pasquotank County court records at their convenience, provided they have internet access. Researchers may need to pay a service fee to access a court record. Confidential records and official copies of a court record cannot be obtained through third-party vendors. Inquirers will have to contact the Clerk of the Superior Court to obtain such records.