Search Davie County Criminal Records
Davie County criminal records are kept by the Clerk of Superior Court in Mocksville, North Carolina. Mocksville is the county seat. The courthouse and sheriff's office are both located on South Main Street. Criminal case filings, arrest records, and public records requests are handled through these offices. This guide explains how to search for and obtain criminal records in Davie County, including what records are available and where to find them.
Davie County Court Criminal Records
The Clerk of Superior Court in Davie County stores all criminal case files. Both District Court and Superior Court cases are on file. District Court handles misdemeanors. Superior Court handles felonies. All cases are filed at the courthouse in Mocksville.
Criminal records in Davie County are public under North Carolina law. N.C.G.S. 132-1 gives the public the right to view government records. This includes court files for criminal cases. Visit the clerk's office with a valid ID. Staff will search by name or case number. No appointment is needed.
The Davie County court records page provides details on how to access criminal case filings online.
Visit northcarolinacourtrecords.us/davie to search Davie County court records online.
Under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132, all government records in Davie County are presumed public unless a specific exemption applies. Criminal case files, including charges, plea entries, and sentencing details, are available for inspection at the courthouse. The clerk may charge a small fee for copies.
Note: Davie County criminal records from District and Superior Court are stored together at the clerk's office, so one visit covers both court levels.
Davie County Public Records Requests
Davie County accepts public records requests through its official portal. You can request criminal records, court documents, and other public information. The county processes requests as required by North Carolina's public records law.
The Davie County public records request page explains how to submit a request.
Go to daviecountync.gov to submit a public records request for Davie County criminal records.
When filing a request, include the person's full name, the type of record needed, and any case numbers or dates you have. The more specific your request, the faster the response. Davie County staff will let you know if fees apply before processing your request.
Davie County Sheriff Criminal Records
The Davie County Sheriff's Office handles arrest records and booking data. The sheriff is located at 140 South Main Street in Mocksville, NC 27028. Call (336) 751-6238 for records inquiries. When someone is arrested in Davie County, the sheriff creates a booking record. It includes the person's name, charges, arrest date, and bond amount.
The Davie County Sheriff's Office website provides details on services and records access.
Check daviecountync.gov/sheriff for information from the Davie County Sheriff's Office.
Arrest records are public in Davie County under N.C.G.S. 132-1. Some records tied to active investigations may be restricted under N.C.G.S. 132-1.4. Once a case is resolved, the complete arrest record is typically available. The sheriff may charge a fee for copies of Davie County criminal records.
Davie County Register of Deeds
The Davie County Register of Deeds handles property records, liens, and other filed documents. The office is at 123 South Main Street in Mocksville. Call (336) 751-7111 for inquiries. While the Register of Deeds does not keep criminal records directly, it may hold documents tied to criminal cases. Court-ordered liens, restitution orders, and judgment filings sometimes appear in this office.
The Davie County Register of Deeds website shows available services and records.
Visit daviecountync.gov/register-of-deeds to search property and lien records in Davie County.
Note: Criminal restitution liens filed in Davie County may appear at the Register of Deeds office rather than the clerk's office.
Statewide Criminal History from Davie County
A Davie County search only covers cases filed locally. For a full statewide check, use the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. The SBI provides fingerprint-based criminal history searches that cover all 100 counties.
Local searches in Davie County give detailed case information. Statewide SBI checks give a broader summary. You may need both for a thorough criminal history review. The Davie County clerk handles local records. The SBI handles state-level searches. The NC Sex Offender Registry is another free public resource covering all North Carolina counties, including Davie County.
Under N.C.G.S. 15A-145.5, certain criminal records in Davie County may be eligible for expunction. Expunged records are removed from public searches. The NC Courts website explains court records access across North Carolina.
Davie County Criminal Records Under State Law
Criminal records in Davie County are governed by the North Carolina Public Records Act. Under N.C.G.S. 132-1, government records belong to the people of the state. This includes criminal case files at the Davie County Clerk of Superior Court. Anyone may ask to view these records without providing a reason. Viewing is free at the courthouse. Copies carry a small per-page fee.
There are some exceptions. Juvenile records are sealed under North Carolina law. Records tied to active investigations may be restricted under N.C.G.S. 132-1.4. Expunged records have been removed from public access entirely. But for adult criminal cases with a final disposition, the records are open to inspection in Davie County. The NC Sex Offender Registry is a free tool covering all North Carolina counties including Davie County.
Note: The Davie County courthouse in Mocksville handles all criminal record requests for cases filed within the county.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Davie County. If someone has ties to a neighboring area, their criminal records may be filed in a different county courthouse.