Caswell County Court Records Search

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    Caswell County, North Carolina is part of Judicial District 22, with its Superior and District Courts both operating from the historic Caswell County Courthouse in Yanceyville. Court records generated by these courts — criminal dockets, civil petitions, motions, judgments, and other case documents — form the official record of judicial proceedings in the county. These records are maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court, John Satterfield, who is the official custodian for all trial court files in Caswell County.

    North Carolina offers several ways to search court records, from in-person visits to clerk offices and public self-service terminals at the courthouse, to online tools and licensed data programs. NorthCarolinaCourts.us can help you find publicly available court case information across North Carolina by pointing you toward official court resources and online search options.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Caswell County?

    Caswell County joined North Carolina's eCourts digital court system on July 21, 2025, when Track 9 went live across 14 counties, including Caswell, Forsyth, Rockingham, and others stretching from the Piedmont to the Virginia border. The NC Courts Portal now provides free online access to publicly available case information for Caswell County, including case status, hearing dates, party names, and citation details. You can search by name, case number, attorney, or citation number.

    For in-person research or certified copies, visit the Clerk of Superior Court's office at the Caswell County Courthouse during regular business hours.

    Caswell County Courthouse
    Address: 139 East Church Street, P.O. Drawer 790, Yanceyville, NC 27379
    Main Phone: (336) 459-4000
    Clerk of Superior Court: (336) 459-4000
    Superior Court Judges: (336) 459-4016
    District Court Judges: (336) 459-4012
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    Public self-service computer terminals are also available inside the Clerk of Superior Court's office, allowing you to search criminal and civil case records for free without needing to speak with staff. Written requests may be submitted to the Clerk's office by mail as well. For payments of court fees, fines, and traffic citations, consult the Caswell County payment information page on the NC Judicial Branch website.

    Are Court Records Public in Caswell County?

    North Carolina's Public Records Law, codified at G.S. § 132-1, establishes that government records — including court records — are public property and available to any person. The state's policy strongly favors transparency, and the Clerk of Superior Court must make court records available during regular business hours. You don't need to state a reason or demonstrate a special interest to access most records.

    That said, G.S. § 132-1.2 and other applicable statutes identify specific confidential categories. Records restricted from public disclosure in Caswell County include:

    • Adoption records and proceedings
    • Juvenile delinquency and dependency records
    • Mental health and involuntary commitment proceedings
    • Guardianship reports and related filings
    • Grand jury proceedings and materials
    • Expunged criminal records
    • Records sealed by specific court order

    If your records have been expunged, the NC Judicial Branch Expunctions page explains eligibility and procedures. For confidential court proceedings — such as juvenile hearings and involuntary commitment cases — audio recordings are available only by court order, which requires submitting Form AOC-G-115 to the clerk. For non-confidential audio recordings, use Form AOC-G-114 to request duplicate copies.

    County-specific procedural guidelines are available through the Caswell County Local Rules and Forms page on the NC Judicial Branch website.

    Caswell County Criminal Court Records

    The Superior Court handles all felony criminal matters in Caswell County, while the District Court processes misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and other limited criminal matters. Criminal records maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court include indictments, charging documents, plea agreements, trial records, sentencing orders, and judgment entries.

    Options for searching Caswell County criminal records:

    • NC Courts Portal (free, online): Search by defendant name or case number at the NC Courts Portal for case status and court dates.
    • Public self-service terminal (free, in person): Available at the Caswell County Courthouse during business hours. Non-certified results; printing charges may apply.
    • Certified single-county background check ($25): Submit Form AOC-CR-314 to the Clerk of Superior Court with a $25 fee. In person: cash, credit card, money order, or certified check. By mail: money order or certified check only (personal checks not accepted). Note that this search covers Caswell County records only.
    • SBI statewide criminal check: The NC State Bureau of Investigation conducts fingerprint-based statewide criminal history searches. This option is available to individuals seeking their own record (Right to Review) and to entities with statutory authority for employee checks.
    • NC Department of Adult Correction: The DAC offender search provides public access to records on current and former state prison inmates, probationers, and parolees by name or offender ID.

    For arrest information and current inmate status, the Caswell County Sheriff's Office maintains records on individuals held at the county detention center. The Detention Center can be reached at (336) 694-2594.

    Caswell County Sheriff's Office
    Address: 231 County Park Road, Yanceyville, NC 27379
    Phone: (336) 694-9311
    Fax: (336) 694-8984
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    Caswell County Civil Court Records

    Civil litigation in Caswell County is divided between the Superior Court and the District Court based on the amount in controversy and the nature of the claim. The Superior Court generally handles civil cases involving larger sums, equitable proceedings, and complex matters, while the District Court addresses smaller civil disputes and summary actions such as evictions. All civil case records are filed with and maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court.

    How to access civil records:

    • NC Courts Portal: The NC Courts Portal allows users to filter civil cases by county, case type, or party name since eCourts went live in Caswell County in July 2025.
    • In person at the courthouse: Staff at the Clerk of Superior Court's office can locate civil case files during regular business hours. Copies are available for a fee.
    • Remote Public Access Program: Businesses and data users requiring ongoing, licensed access to statewide civil and criminal court data may apply through the NC Administrative Office of the Courts Remote Public Access Program. This provides real-time data access or bulk extracts.
    • Written requests: Mail-in requests may be directed to the Clerk of Superior Court, P.O. Drawer 790, Yanceyville, NC 27379.

    Statewide judicial forms for civil filings — including complaints, motions, and judgment forms — can be found through the NC Judicial Branch forms search. For self-represented litigants, the NC Judicial Branch's Guide & File tool provides step-by-step assistance in preparing and filing documents for supported case types.

    Caswell County Family Court Records

    Caswell County's District Court handles family law matters including divorce proceedings, child custody, child support, domestic violence protective orders, and adoption petitions. Divorce records are maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court as part of the general court record and are generally available to the public through the same access methods as other civil filings. Certified copies of divorce judgments can be obtained from the Clerk's office at the courthouse for a fee.

    Caswell County participates in several statewide family court programs administered through the NC Judicial Branch, including the Child Custody and Visitation Mediation Program, the Family Financial Settlement Program, and the Guardian ad Litem Program for cases involving children's welfare.

    Marriage, birth, and death records — which frequently intersect with family court proceedings — are maintained by the Caswell County Register of Deeds at 139 East Church Street, Yanceyville. The Register of Deeds holds marriage records, birth and death certificates, delayed birth records, military discharge records, and notary public records for the county.

    Caswell County Register of Deeds
    Address: 139 East Church Street, P.O. Box 98, Yanceyville, NC 27379
    Phone: (336) 694-4197
    Fax: (336) 694-7848
    Register: Ginny S. Mitchell

    Certified copies of birth, marriage, and death certificates each cost $10.00. Uncertified (photocopy) versions are available for $0.50 per copy. Under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 130A-93, certified copies of vital records are restricted to the registrant, their immediate family members (spouse, parents, siblings, children, grandchildren, grandparents), legal representatives, attorneys, or any individual with a demonstrable legal interest in the record. Checks are accepted only when presented by an attorney — all other requesters must submit payment by money order. Mail requests should include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

    Vital records can also be ordered through the North Carolina Office of Vital Records for statewide processing, which handles requests when the Register of Deeds cannot fulfill them directly.

    Caswell County Probate Court Records

    In North Carolina, there is no separate probate court. Under state law, the Clerk of Superior Court serves as the ex officio judge of probate in each county. In Caswell County, all probate and estate matters — including the qualification of executors and administrators, probate of wills, contested will proceedings, estate accountings, and guardianship and conservatorship petitions — are handled directly by the Clerk of Superior Court at the Caswell County Courthouse.

    Accessing Caswell County probate records:

    • Online: Since eCourts went live in July 2025, the NC Courts Portal indexes estate and probate case filings. Users can filter by case type (Estates or Will Deposited for Safekeeping) and search by name or case number.
    • In person: Visit the Clerk of Superior Court at the Caswell County Courthouse, 139 East Church Street, Yanceyville, during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.). Staff can retrieve probate files, and copies are available for a fee.
    • By mail: Written requests may be sent to the Clerk of Superior Court, P.O. Drawer 790, Yanceyville, NC 27379. Include sufficient identifying information — the decedent's name, approximate filing date, and case number if known.

    Most probate records are public. Guardianship files involving minors or individuals with disabilities may contain restricted personal information. The NC Judicial Branch provides comprehensive guidance on the wills and estates process, including information on opening estates, qualifying personal representatives, and the timeline for estate administration. For individuals who wish to file without an attorney, the Guide & File tool supports certain probate document types. Probate forms are also available through the statewide NC Judicial Branch forms search.