Felony Records in Caswell County

Caswell County felony records are on file at the courthouse in Yanceyville, North Carolina. The Clerk of Superior Court handles all felony case documents for this rural county along the Virginia border. Caswell County is in Judicial District 9. You can search felony records at the clerk's office in person or use the state eCourts portal from any computer. This guide walks you through the steps to find felony records in Caswell County.

Caswell County Courthouse Details

The Caswell County Courthouse sits at 139 E. Church Street in Yanceyville. This is the only courthouse for the county. All felony cases are heard and recorded here. The Clerk of Superior Court runs the records office and keeps all felony files. The mailing address is PO Box 68, Yanceyville, NC 27379.

Yanceyville is the county seat and the main town in Caswell County. The county is a rural area in the northern Piedmont region of North Carolina. It borders Virginia to the north. Because Caswell County has a smaller population, the courthouse tends to be less crowded than those in larger counties. Staff at the clerk's office can assist with record searches and copy requests for felony cases filed in Caswell County.

The NC Courts website has a page for the Caswell County Courthouse. Below is a view of that resource.

The page lists the courthouse address, phone, and office hours for Caswell County.

How to Search Caswell County Felony Records

You can search felony records in Caswell County at no cost using the ACIS terminal at the clerk's office. Walk into the courthouse at 139 E. Church Street. The ACIS system shows felony charges, court dates, and case outcomes for Caswell County. Search by name or case number. No form or payment is needed for this basic lookup.

For an official certified record, fill out Form AOC-CR-314. The fee is $25. Bring it to the clerk's office in Yanceyville or mail it to PO Box 68, Yanceyville, NC 27379. In person, you can pay by cash, credit card, or money order. By mail, send a money order or certified check. The clerk stamps the result with the court seal to make it official.

A statewide search through the North Carolina SBI costs $14 and requires fingerprints. It covers Caswell County and all other counties at once. Processing takes several weeks.

Note: Caswell County has a smaller caseload, so certified checks are often ready faster than in larger counties.

Caswell County Felony Cases Online

The NC eCourts portal gives you free online access to Caswell County felony records. Search by party name, case number, or citation. The portal shows charges, hearing dates, and case status for felony filings. It works for all 100 North Carolina counties.

Online searches are not certified. They are useful for quick checks on felony cases in Caswell County. If you need an official copy, call the clerk at (336) 694-4194 or visit the courthouse in person.

Caswell County is part of Judicial District 9. The district also includes nearby counties. The eCourts portal lets you search across districts in one place, which helps if a case might have been filed outside Caswell County. You can also view court calendars online to see when felony hearings are set in Caswell County. The calendar shows dates, times, and courtrooms for upcoming sessions.

Certified Felony Records in Caswell County

Caswell County offers both free and certified felony record checks. The free ACIS search at the courthouse gives you a quick answer. It shows charges and results but is not stamped or signed. Use it for personal checks.

The certified record costs $25 per county. It carries the official seal from the Caswell County Clerk of Superior Court. This version is accepted by courts and agencies. For a statewide search, the SBI charges $14 with fingerprints. That one covers every county, including Caswell County.

Plain copies from the clerk run $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost more. Call (336) 694-4194 to check current prices before your visit to Caswell County.

Felony Expungement in Caswell County

Certain felony records filed in Caswell County can be expunged under North Carolina law. Expungement seals the record from public view. Dismissed charges and not guilty verdicts are often eligible. Some nonviolent felony convictions may qualify after a waiting period set by North Carolina General Statutes.

Start by filing a petition at the clerk's office in Yanceyville. A judge reviews and rules on the request. If granted, the felony record is removed from Caswell County court records and the statewide system. Visit the SBI expungements page for more on what qualifies and how to apply.

The process takes several months. Plan early if you need results by a certain date. An attorney can help with the paperwork and the hearing in Caswell County court.

Note: Expunged records in Caswell County will no longer appear in ACIS or eCourts portal searches.

Caswell County Record Search Tools

State resources can help you find records beyond the Caswell County clerk's office. The NC Department of Adult Correction runs an offender search that goes back to 1972. It shows state prison and probation data. It does not include Caswell County jail records.

The NC Sex Offender Registry is a free search tool. Look up offenders by name or area in Caswell County. The VINE system alerts victims to offender custody changes in Caswell County and across the state. You can sign up for free alerts by phone, email, or text.

• Clerk of Superior Court: (336) 694-4194
• Mailing: PO Box 68, Yanceyville, NC 27379
• NC SBI: (919) 582-8660
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM