Cumberland County Felony Records

Cumberland County felony records are held at the Judge E. Maurice Braswell Courthouse in Fayetteville, North Carolina. This is one of the larger counties in the state, home to Fort Liberty and a large population base. Cumberland County sits in Judicial District 14 and has full eCourts access. You can search felony records at the courthouse in person or through the state online portal. This page covers how to find records, get copies, and use the resources that are open to the public in Cumberland County.

Cumberland County Felony Records Office

The Judge E. Maurice Braswell Cumberland County Courthouse in Fayetteville is the main hub for felony records. The Clerk of Superior Court oversees all criminal case files. This is a busy office that handles a high volume of cases each year. Staff are trained to help with record searches, copy requests, and general court questions. The building has street level access, elevators, wheelchair access, and baby changing stations. There is a deli on-site as well.

Cumberland County has a full court contact directory. The Clerk of Superior Court can be reached at (910) 475-3000. Superior Court Judges are at (910) 475-3005. District Court Judges are at (910) 475-3010. The District Attorney is at (910) 475-3015. The Public Defender is at (910) 475-3020. Use the Cumberland County contact directory for the full list.

View the Cumberland County Courthouse page for more details on services and directions.

The Braswell Courthouse is the central location for all felony record services in Cumberland County.

Cumberland County Court Contacts

Cumberland County has a large court system with many offices. Each plays a part in the felony case process. The clerk stores records. The DA files charges. Judges hear cases. The public defender represents those who qualify. If you have a question about a felony case, start with the clerk's office.

The contact directory on the NC Courts site has all the phone numbers for each office in the Cumberland County court system.

Save these contacts if you plan to work with felony records in Cumberland County on a regular basis.

Note: eCourts kiosks will be available at the Cumberland County courthouse starting in June 2025 for self-service record lookups.

Searching Cumberland County Felony Records

Cumberland County offers both in-person and online options for searching felony records. At the courthouse in Fayetteville, go to the clerk's office. Use the public access terminals or ask staff for help. You can search by name or case number. Copy fees are $0.25 per page for plain copies. Certified copies cost more. Bring an ID and payment in cash or check.

For online searches, the NC eCourts portal covers Cumberland County with full access. You can look up any active felony case from your phone or computer. The portal shows charges, court dates, case status, and hearing details. It is free and does not require an account. The eCourts system has replaced the older ACIS system for case data in Cumberland County.

Given the size of Cumberland County, you may find a high number of results for common names. Use the most specific search terms you can. A case number gives you the fastest result.

Cumberland County eCourts Access

Cumberland County has full eCourts access on the statewide platform. All felony cases are in the electronic system. The portal at portal.ncourts.com is the primary tool for remote searches. It is run by the NC Administrative Office of the Courts and is free to use.

The eCourts system gives you detailed case data. You can see filings, hearing schedules, charge details, and case outcomes for any felony case in Cumberland County. Some documents are viewable online. For full copies of orders or plea deals, contact the clerk in Fayetteville. As one of the busier counties, Cumberland has a lot of data in the system. The search tools let you filter by case type, date, and status to narrow your results.

Certified Cumberland County Felony Records

Certified copies from the Cumberland County Clerk of Superior Court carry the official seal. They prove the document is a true copy. You may need a certified record for use in another court, for legal proceedings, or for an official request. Only the clerk in Fayetteville can certify Cumberland County court records.

To get one, visit the clerk's office at the Braswell Courthouse. Provide the case number and tell staff which document you need. Pay the fee. You can also mail a written request to the Cumberland County Clerk of Superior Court at PO Box 363, Fayetteville, NC 28302. Include the case details and a check for the fees. Call (910) 475-3000 to confirm the current cost.

For a statewide criminal record check, the NC SBI offers a fingerprint-based search. This covers all counties, not just Cumberland. It is a different process from a local record request.

Note: Cumberland County processes a large number of record requests, so allow extra time during busy periods.

Felony Expungement in Cumberland County

Cumberland County residents with eligible felony records can petition for expungement. The process starts with forms from the NC Courts forms page. Fill out the petition and file it at the courthouse in Fayetteville. Pay the filing fee. A judge in Cumberland County will review the case and decide whether to grant the order.

If the judge approves, the felony record is sealed from public view. The NC SBI removes the record from state databases. The Cumberland County clerk seals the local file. Not all felonies are eligible. The rules are in the NC General Statutes. Dismissed cases and certain first offenses have the best chances for approval.

• Dismissed or not guilty verdicts are commonly expunged
• Some first-time nonviolent felonies qualify
• Drug offenses have specific rules
• A waiting period applies for most cases
• File in Cumberland County if the case was heard there

Cumberland County Felony Record Resources

The NC Department of Adult Correction has an offender search covering all state inmates. Use it to verify felony case details from Cumberland County. The VINE notification system tracks custody status across the state. The NC Sex Offender Registry lets you search by name or address for offenders in Cumberland County or elsewhere.

For general court help, the NC Courts help page has guides on records access, forms, and court processes that apply to Cumberland County felony cases.