Find Onslow County Felony Records

Onslow County felony records are maintained at the courthouse in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The Clerk of Superior Court is responsible for all criminal case files in this county. Felony charges filed here go through the courts of Judicial District 4. Whether you need a case look-up or a certified record, you can visit the clerk's office in Jacksonville or use the state eCourts platform. This page covers how to search, fees, and key details about felony records in Onslow County.

Onslow County Courthouse in Jacksonville

The Onslow County Courthouse is on Court Street in Jacksonville. This is where all felony cases in the county are filed, heard, and stored. The building holds Superior Court and District Court, along with the clerk's offices. Lisa Brown and Cindy Casteen serve in the Clerk of Superior Court office. Walk in during business hours to search records or request copies.

Onslow County transitioned to the eCourts system in February 2025 as a Track 7 county. New felony case data now goes into the statewide digital platform. Older records remain in the paper system at the courthouse. The eCourts change gives you the option to search many Onslow County felony records from home.

Onslow County has a population near 200,000. Camp Lejeune, the large Marine Corps base, sits within the county. The military presence means Jacksonville sees a mix of civilian and military-related cases. All felony charges filed in Onslow County go through the state court system, not the military courts.

How to Search Felony Records Here

You can search for felony records in Onslow County two ways. The first is to visit the courthouse in Jacksonville. Public access terminals in the clerk's office are free. The ACIS system lets you look up cases by name or case number. Results show felony charges, court dates, plea deals, and outcomes. If you need a full paper file, ask the staff at the clerk's window.

The second way is the NC eCourts portal. This statewide tool lets you search from any device. Since Onslow County joined eCourts in 2025, new case data is in the system. Type in a name or case number. Results are free for basic look-ups. The portal runs at all hours.

A certified copy costs $25. Fill out Form AOC-CR-314 and bring it to the clerk. You need a photo ID. Payment options include cash, money orders, certified checks, and cards at some windows. The clerk stamps and seals the result. This is the version that courts and agencies require for official use.

Note: Older Onslow County cases from before February 2025 may not appear in the eCourts portal and may require an in-person visit.

Felony Cases in Onslow County

Felony cases in Onslow County start with an arrest or a grand jury indictment. The case then moves to Superior Court. A judge hears the facts and makes a ruling. Common charges in Onslow County include drug offenses, assault, breaking and entering, and larceny. The mix of civilian and military families in the Jacksonville area creates a range of case types each year.

Each charge is classified under North Carolina General Statutes. The class determines the sentence range. Court records for these cases include the arrest report, indictment, motions, and judgment. All are public records unless sealed. The clerk stores every document and provides copies on request.

Onslow County has specific retention rules. Felony arrest reports are kept permanently. Misdemeanor arrest reports stay on file for 20 years. Felony case files are permanent. Misdemeanor case files are kept for 10 years. These rules mean that most felony records in Onslow County will be available for a long time.

Onslow County Criminal Record Checks

A criminal record check at the Onslow County courthouse covers every charge filed in this county. Felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic cases are all included. The fee is $25. The clerk hands you a sealed document listing all charges on record for that name.

For a statewide search, the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation checks all 100 counties. The SBI fee is $14 with fingerprints. Their office is in Raleigh at 3320 Garner Road. Call (919) 582-8660 for details. A statewide check takes longer than a local search at the Onslow County clerk's window.

The Onslow County Sheriff's Office also maintains arrest records. They are at 717 Court Street in Jacksonville, right near the courthouse. The records unit phone is (910) 455-3113. The fax is (910) 455-0048. You can also email Sheriff@onslowcountync.gov. For details on an arrest, start with the sheriff. For court records after the case is filed, go to the clerk.

The image below shows the Onslow County Courthouse page on the NC Courts website.

Use this page to check hours, phone numbers, and court calendars before you visit the courthouse in Jacksonville.

Expunctions in Onslow County

Felony records in Onslow County stay on file unless the court approves an expunction. North Carolina law lets some felony charges be erased from a record after a set period. The rules vary by charge type and outcome. Drug charges and property crimes may qualify. Violent offenses and sex crimes are rarely eligible.

The NC SBI expungement page has full details on which charges qualify. The NC Courts forms page has the petition form. Once a judge grants the expunction, the record is removed from the clerk's system and the eCourts portal. It will not show up in future searches.

More Ways to Check Onslow County Records

The courthouse is not the only resource. The NC Department of Adult Correction runs an offender search for state prisons and probation. This tool dates to 1972. It does not include county jail data. Anyone convicted of a felony in Onslow County and sent to a state facility appears in this search.

Crime victims can track an offender through VINE. This free service sends alerts for releases, transfers, and escapes. You can register on the VINE site or by phone.

The NC Judicial Branch court records page is a useful starting point for anyone new to the process. It covers what records are public, how to request them, and what forms you need. This guide applies to all North Carolina counties, including Onslow.

Note: The NC Department of Adult Correction offender search does not include people held in the Onslow County jail or those on local supervision.