Moore County court records, North Carolina, are available through several channels. MooreCourt.us allows you to search for public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be viewed through the official portal of the North Carolina Judicial Branch, directly at the clerk's office in the courthouse in Carthage, or at public terminals located within the courthouse.
Moore Court System & Jurisdictions
Moore County is part of the 19th Judicial District of North Carolina. There are two levels of general jurisdiction courts here — Superior Court and District Court, each handling different categories of cases.
Superior Court handles serious criminal offenses (felonies), civil lawsuits over $25,000, and appeals from District Court. Cases here are heard by a jury.
District Court covers a much broader range of everyday issues:
- Criminal misdemeanors
- Traffic violations
- Small claims — up to $10,000
- Family law: divorce, child custody, alimony, protective orders
- Juvenile cases
- Estate cases and guardianship of incapacitated persons
Magistrates are part of the District Court. They issue arrest and search warrants, set bail, administer oaths, and hear small claims cases. If you received a traffic ticket or want to file a small claim, your case will most likely go to a magistrate.
The Clerk of Superior Court in Moore County acts as a judge in estate cases and is responsible for maintaining all court records. The clerk's office is located in the courthouse:
Moore Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
You can find out the hearing date in several ways. The quickest is to use the court date search portal on the Moore County page on the NC Judicial Branch website. There, you can search by the party's last name, and the results will show scheduled hearing dates.
What you need for the search:
- Go to the Moore County page on the nccourts.gov portal.
- Find the "Court Dates" section and open the search portal.
- Enter the last name or case number.
- The system will show scheduled hearings with dates, times, and courtrooms.
Hearing calendars are also posted in the courthouse in Carthage. If you need information for today or the coming days, call the clerk's office — they will confirm if a specific hearing is scheduled.
How to Get a Copy of a Moore Court Document
Most court documents in North Carolina are public. Exceptions include juvenile cases, adoptions, certain mental health records, and materials sealed by court order.
In person. Visit the Clerk of Superior Court office in the courthouse. Paper files are available for viewing directly in the office, and you can make copies on-site. For a certified copy, the clerk will affix a seal and signature — such a document is accepted by other courts and government agencies.
By mail. Send a written request specifying the case number, party names, and type of document needed to the address:
Include a check or money order for the appropriate amount for copies and a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Online. Information about criminal cases in the North Carolina court system can be viewed through public resources of the judicial branch. Full copies of documents are usually not available online — to obtain them, you need to contact the clerk's office.
A few important nuances:
- Uncertified copy — a regular photocopy, suitable for personal reference.
- Certified copy — has legal force; required for submission to another court, bank, or government agency.
- Divorce certificates can also be obtained at the clerk's office of the county where the divorce was filed or through NC Vital Records.
Moore Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court documents in North Carolina are set by law (N.C. General Statutes, Chapter 7A). Below are the main rates applicable in Moore County.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Copy of court document (uncertified) | $0.25 per page |
| Document certification | $3.00 per document |
| Certified copy of court judgment | $3.00 + copying cost |
| Record search upon request | Usually free when requested in person; mail requests may incur additional costs |
| Divorce certificate (through NC Vital Records) | $24.00 |
Payment is accepted at the clerk's office in cash, check, or money order. Confirm acceptable payment methods when contacting, as not all offices accept bank cards.
To search for state-level offender information — inmates, probationers, or parolees — use the NC Department of Adult Correction database. This database contains data from 1972 but does not include information on individuals in county jails.