Davidson County Felony Record Lookup

Davidson County felony records are on file at the courthouse in Lexington, North Carolina. The Clerk of Superior Court manages all criminal case documents for this Piedmont county. Davidson County is part of Judicial District 33 and moved to the eCourts system in February 2025. You can search felony records at the main courthouse in Lexington or at the Thomasville branch. Online searches are also available through the state portal. This guide explains how to find felony records in Davidson County.

Davidson County Felony Records Office

The Davidson County Courthouse in Lexington is the main location for felony records. The Clerk of Superior Court runs the records office. Staff handle filings, store case documents, and provide copies to the public. Davidson County has a steady case volume each year. The clerk's office is set up to help walk-in visitors with record searches and copy requests.

Davidson County also has a branch courthouse in Thomasville. This provides a closer option for residents in the southern part of the county. The Thomasville branch can be reached at (336) 474-3185. Hours are the same as the main courthouse. Both locations share the mailing address of PO Box 1064, Lexington, NC 27293.

Check the Davidson County Courthouse page for the latest info on the main location.

The main courthouse in Lexington is the primary hub for all felony record services in Davidson County.

Thomasville Branch Court Records

The Davidson County Courthouse Thomasville Branch is a second court facility that serves southern Davidson County. It is a more convenient option for people who live closer to Thomasville than Lexington. The branch handles some court business and provides access to record services.

The Thomasville branch can be reached at (336) 474-3185. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Note: For certified copies of felony records, the main courthouse in Lexington is the best option as it has the full archive of Davidson County case files.

Searching Davidson County Felony Records

There are two main ways to search felony records in Davidson County. In person, go to either the Lexington courthouse or the Thomasville branch. Use the public access terminals or ask staff for help. You can search by name or case number. Plain copies cost $0.25 per page. Bring an ID and cash or check.

Online, the NC eCourts portal covers Davidson County. The county went live on the system on February 3, 2025 as a Track 7 county. All cases filed after that date are in the electronic system. You can search by name or number. The portal shows charges, court dates, and outcomes for Davidson County felony cases. It is free to use.

Davidson County eCourts Access

Davidson County joined the eCourts platform in February 2025. This was one of the later waves of the statewide rollout. All new felony cases filed after the go-live date are in the system. The eCourts portal gives the public a quick way to check case status without going to Lexington or Thomasville.

Older cases from before February 2025 may still be on paper. The clerk's office in Lexington can search the older database for you. Over time, more records will be added to the electronic system. The eCourts platform is managed by the NC Administrative Office of the Courts. It is free and does not require an account for basic felony record searches in Davidson County.

Note: Davidson County shares Judicial District 33 with Davie County, so make sure you are searching in the right county if you are near the border.

Certified Felony Records from Davidson County

Certified copies of felony records from Davidson County have the clerk's stamp and signature. They prove the document is real. You may need a certified copy for a legal matter, an appeal, or a formal request. The Clerk of Superior Court in Lexington is the only office that can certify Davidson County court documents.

Visit the main courthouse to request a certified copy. Give the clerk the case number and document type. Pay the fee. You can also mail a request to PO Box 1064, Lexington, NC 27293. Include the case details, your name, and a check for the fees. Call (336) 242-6701 to confirm current fee amounts before sending your request by mail.

For a criminal record check that goes beyond Davidson County, the NC SBI offers a statewide search. This requires fingerprints and a fee. It is separate from a local record request at the Davidson County clerk's office.

Felony Expungement in Davidson County

Expungement can seal a felony record from public view in Davidson County. You must meet the eligibility rules set by North Carolina law. The process starts with a petition filed at the courthouse in Lexington. Get the forms from the NC Courts forms page. Fill them out and file with the clerk. Pay the fee.

A judge in Davidson County reviews the petition. If approved, the record is sealed. The NC SBI removes it from state databases. The Davidson County clerk seals the local file. The NC General Statutes define which felonies are eligible.

• Dismissed and acquitted cases are often eligible
• Some first-time nonviolent felonies may qualify
• Drug charges have their own rules
• A waiting period is required for most felony cases
• File the petition in Davidson County where the case was heard

Davidson County Felony Record Resources

State tools can help you find more felony record data for Davidson County. The NC Department of Adult Correction has an offender search that covers all state inmates. The VINE notification system tracks custody status. The NC Sex Offender Registry is a free search that covers every county in North Carolina.

For general court help, the NC Courts help page has guides on records access and court processes. These apply to Davidson County felony records and cases across the state.