Craven County Felony Records

Craven County felony records are on file at the courthouse in New Bern, North Carolina. The Clerk of Superior Court manages all criminal case documents for this coastal county. Craven County sits in Judicial District 4 and has full eCourts access for online searches. Whether you need to view a case, get copies of filings, or check on an old felony charge, this page walks you through the process. You can search felony records in Craven County at the courthouse or from home.

Craven County Felony Records Office

The Craven County Courthouse in New Bern houses the Clerk of Superior Court. This is where all felony records are filed and stored. The office handles record requests, new case filings, and copies for the public. Craven County has a moderate case volume, and the clerk's office is set up to handle walk-in requests with short wait times on most days.

The clerk's office also serves as the main contact point for court-related questions in Craven County. You can reach the Clerk of Superior Court at (252) 639-3000. For questions about judges, the Superior Court Judges office is at (252) 639-3005 and the District Court Judges office is at (252) 639-3010. The District Attorney can be reached at (252) 639-3015. Check the Craven County contact directory for a full list of court offices.

Visit the Craven County Courthouse page for hours and directions.

The courthouse in New Bern is the sole location for accessing official felony records in Craven County.

Note: The Craven County clerk's office handles record requests and maintains files for both felony and misdemeanor cases.

Craven County Court Contact Details

The Craven County court system has several offices that deal with criminal cases. Each one plays a different role. The clerk handles records. The DA prosecutes cases. The judges hear them. If you need to reach a specific office, the contact directory has all the numbers.

Keep these numbers handy if you plan to request felony records or have questions about a case in Craven County.

Searching Craven County Felony Records

In-person searches at the Craven County Courthouse are straightforward. Walk into the clerk's office in New Bern. Use the public access terminals to look up felony cases. You can search by name or case number. Free access is available at the public terminals at the courthouse. If you want printed copies, staff can make them for $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost more.

You can also search from home using the NC eCourts portal. Craven County has full eCourts access. The portal shows charge details, court dates, and case outcomes. It covers all active and recently closed cases. The system is free for basic lookups. You do not need an account to search Craven County felony records online.

The Craven County Sheriff's Office at 1100 Clarks Road in New Bern also has an active bookings database. You can reach them at (252) 636-6620. This shows recent arrests and current jail bookings. It is a separate system from the court records held by the clerk.

Craven County eCourts Portal

Craven County has been on the eCourts platform with full access. All felony cases are in the electronic system. The eCourts portal lets you search and view case data from anywhere. It is a free tool run by the NC Administrative Office of the Courts.

The portal shows a lot of detail for each felony case in Craven County. You can see the charges, the names of the parties, hearing dates, and the current status of the case. Some documents are viewable online. For full copies of court orders or plea agreements, contact the clerk in New Bern. The eCourts system is a good starting point for any search of Craven County felony records.

Certified Felony Records from Craven County

The Craven County Clerk of Superior Court issues certified copies of felony records. These copies have the clerk's seal and signature. They are accepted as proof in other courts and legal settings. You may need a certified copy for an appeal, a legal matter in another state, or a formal records request.

In-person requests can be made at the clerk's office with a completed request form. Give the clerk the case number and document type. Pay the fee. Copies are made while you wait in most cases. You can also request copies by mail. Send your request to the Craven County Clerk of Superior Court at PO Box 1187, New Bern, NC 28563. Include the case details and payment.

The NC SBI runs a separate statewide criminal record check. It covers all 100 counties. This is different from a local record request at the Craven County courthouse. The SBI check uses fingerprints and costs a fee.

Note: Copy fees are $0.25 per page for standard copies in Craven County, with certified copies at a higher rate.

Craven County Felony Expungement

You can petition to expunge a felony record in Craven County if you meet the state requirements. Expungement removes the record from public view. It is not automatic. You must file forms, pay a fee, and wait for a judge to rule. The petition goes to the Craven County Courthouse in New Bern.

Get the forms from the NC Courts forms page. Complete them and file with the clerk. The SBI expungement page explains what happens after a judge grants the order. The state removes the record from its databases. The Craven County clerk seals the local file.

• Dismissed charges are commonly eligible
• Certain first-time felony offenders may qualify
• Drug offenses follow specific expungement rules
• A waiting period is required for most felony cases
• File the petition in Craven County if that is where the case was tried

Craven County Criminal Case Resources

The NC Department of Adult Correction runs an offender search that covers all state prisons. You can look up someone connected to a felony case in Craven County. The VINE notification system tracks custody status and sends alerts. The NC Sex Offender Registry covers all counties. The NC General Statutes contain the laws that govern felony records and public access in Craven County and statewide.