High Point Criminal Records
High Point criminal records are available through the High Point Police Department and the Guilford County court system. Known as the furniture capital of the world, High Point is a mid-sized city in the Piedmont Triad region with a population of about 115,000. The police department operates a P2C portal and provides in-person records access at 1730 Westchester Drive. Criminal records in High Point can be searched online or obtained through official requests as outlined below.
High Point Quick Facts
High Point Police Criminal Records
The High Point Police Department maintains criminal records from law enforcement operations throughout the city. Police reports for accidents and incidents are available through the department, with online reports typically posted within 48 to 72 hours of the event. For in-person access to criminal records, visit the police department at 1730 Westchester Drive in High Point. The department can be reached at 336-887-7940 for records inquiries.
The following image shows the High Point Police Department page, which provides information about accessing criminal records and police reports.
You can learn more about obtaining police reports and criminal records in High Point through the department's reports page at highpointnc.gov. The page explains how to access incident and accident reports both online and in person. For Major Crimes inquiries in High Point, contact the division at 336-887-7820. The records office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Note: Online criminal records from the High Point Police Department may take 48 to 72 hours to appear on the P2C portal after the incident occurs.
Criminal Records P2C Portal
High Point operates a Police-to-Citizen portal at highpointnc.policetocitizen.com that provides public access to criminal records data. The P2C system allows you to search for events including criminal incidents, arrests, and traffic accidents in High Point. This is one of the most convenient ways to research criminal records in the city, as the system is accessible from any internet-connected device.
The following image shows the High Point P2C portal interface, where residents can search for criminal records and incident data.
The P2C portal covers criminal incidents reported to the High Point Police Department. You can search by date range, event type, and location to find specific criminal records. The system provides basic information about each event including the type of offense, the date and time, and the general location. For more detailed criminal records or certified copies, you will need to contact the records division directly at 336-887-7940.
The department contacts page at highpointnc.gov/1510/Police-Department-Contacts lists the various divisions and their contact information. Under GS 132-1, police reports and criminal records generated by the High Point Police Department are public documents that can be requested by any person.
Guilford County Court Records
Criminal cases from High Point are prosecuted in the Guilford County court system. High Point shares the county with Greensboro, and both cities use the same court infrastructure. You can find information about the Guilford County courts at nccourts.gov/locations/guilford-county. The North Carolina eCourts portal at portal-nc.tylertech.cloud provides online access to criminal court records from Guilford County.
The following image shows the High Point Police Department main page with links to criminal records resources and department information.
Court records provide the most complete view of criminal cases from High Point. They document the full progression of a case from the initial charge through sentencing. This includes arraignment, bail hearings, motions, plea negotiations, trial proceedings, and the final disposition. For comprehensive criminal records research in High Point, reviewing both police and court records is recommended.
Statewide Criminal Records Search
For criminal records searches that extend beyond High Point and Guilford County, the NCSBI background check service provides statewide criminal history reports. This service searches records from all 100 North Carolina counties and can reveal criminal history from jurisdictions outside of Guilford County. The North Carolina Sex Offender Registry at sexoffender.ncsbi.gov is another resource for searching criminal records related to sex offenses in High Point.
Under GS 15A-145.5, certain criminal records in High Point may have been expunged by court order. Expunged records are removed from public databases and will not appear in standard searches. The expungement process requires a petition to the Guilford County court and is available only for qualifying offenses under specific conditions defined by state law.
Note: Statewide criminal record searches through the NCSBI provide broader coverage than local searches but may take longer to process than a High Point-specific inquiry.
Public Access to Criminal Records in High Point
North Carolina's public records law under GS 132-1 establishes that government records belong to the people. This includes criminal records maintained by the High Point Police Department, the Guilford County Sheriff, and the Guilford County courts. Anyone can request criminal records from these agencies without needing to provide a reason for the inquiry.
Certain exemptions under GS 132-1.4 may restrict access to specific criminal records in High Point. Active investigation files, sealed court records, and juvenile records are among the types that agencies may withhold from public disclosure. Despite these limited restrictions, most criminal records from High Point remain accessible to the public through the resources outlined on this page.
The NC Courts help page provides additional guidance on accessing criminal court records from Guilford County and other jurisdictions across North Carolina. This resource explains what records are publicly available, how to request them, and what costs may be involved.
Guilford County Criminal Records
High Point is located in Guilford County and shares the county court system with Greensboro. All criminal cases from High Point are processed through the Guilford County courts. The county handles criminal records from multiple municipalities within its borders. For complete information about criminal records throughout Guilford County, visit the county page.