Court records in Davie County, North Carolina, can be searched through several channels. DavieCourt.us can help you find publicly available information about court cases filed in the county. You can also access records through the North Carolina Judicial Branch's Davie County page, the Clerk of Superior Court's office in person, by mail, or at public terminals located inside the courthouse.
Davie Court System & Jurisdictions
Davie County is part of North Carolina's Judicial District 22B. Court operations are housed in a single courthouse in Mocksville, the county seat. Two main trial-level courts handle cases here:
Superior Court
- Felony criminal cases
- Civil cases where the amount in controversy exceeds $25,000
- Appeals from District Court
- Land condemnation and certain equity matters
District Court
- Misdemeanor criminal cases
- Infractions, including most traffic violations
- Civil cases involving $25,000 or less
- Small claims (magistrate court) — civil disputes of $10,000 or less, filed before a magistrate
- Family court matters: divorce, child custody, child support, domestic violence protective orders, and juvenile cases
- Estates and special proceedings handled by the Clerk of Superior Court sitting as judge of probate
If you are unsure which court heard your case, the Clerk of Superior Court's office can help you identify the correct docket. Magistrates in Davie County also issue arrest warrants, set bail, and handle worthless-check cases.
Davie Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
Court calendars for Davie County list scheduled sessions for criminal, civil, and family cases. To find today's or this week's calendar:
- Visit the Davie County courthouse page on the North Carolina Judicial Branch website for general scheduling information and contact details.
- Criminal and civil court calendars are typically published by the Trial Court Administrator's office for District 22B. Calendars may be posted at the courthouse or available by contacting the clerk's office directly.
- For a specific hearing date, call the Clerk of Superior Court and provide your case number or party name.
Davie County Clerk of Superior Court
Criminal session calendars, including District and Superior Court weeks, are generally set months in advance. Civil non-jury and jury sessions follow a separate rotation. Family court and juvenile calendars may differ — ask the clerk's office for the most current schedule.
How to Get a Copy of a Davie Court Document
The Clerk of Superior Court in Davie County is the custodian of most court files, including criminal, civil, estate, and special-proceedings records. Here is how to obtain copies:
In Person
- Go to the Clerk of Superior Court's office at the Davie County Courthouse.
- Provide the case number, party name, or enough identifying details for staff to locate the file.
- Request either a certified or uncertified copy. Certified copies carry the clerk's seal and are accepted as official documents; uncertified copies are plain reproductions.
- Pay the applicable fee at the counter.
By Mail
Send a written request that includes:
- Full case number (if known)
- Names of parties involved
- Description of the document needed
- Whether you need a certified or uncertified copy
- A check or money order payable to "Davie County Clerk of Superior Court"
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
Mail requests to:
Online
The North Carolina Judicial Branch court records page explains how to request criminal background checks and other record types statewide. For offender-related records, the NC Department of Adult Correction offender search covers state prisoners, probationers, and parolees with data back to 1972, though it does not include county jail information.
Restricted records: Juvenile cases, adoptions, involuntary commitments, and records ordered sealed or expunged are not available to the general public. Some domestic violence file details may also be restricted.
Davie Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court record services in North Carolina are set by statute, primarily under N.C. General Statutes Chapter 7A, Article 28. The following schedule reflects standard fees charged by Clerks of Superior Court statewide, including Davie County:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Uncertified copy (per page) | $0.25 |
| Certified copy — first page | $3.00 |
| Certified copy — each additional page | $0.25 |
| Certification of a document (seal and signature only) | $3.00 |
| Criminal record search (conducted by the clerk's office) | $25.00 |
Payment methods: The clerk's office generally accepts cash, checks, and money orders. Contact the office at (336) 753-6020 to confirm whether credit or debit cards are accepted for record requests.
Fee amounts are established under N.C.G.S. § 7A-308 and § 7A-311. If you need a large number of copies or a complex search, ask the clerk's office for a cost estimate before submitting your request.
For property-related public records such as deeds, plats, and tax data — which are maintained separately from court dockets — Davie County offers a basic property search tool and a GIS mapping portal through the county's website. These are not court records but can be useful when researching cases involving real property.