Alamance County Court Docket Records

Alamance County court docket records are kept by the Clerk of Superior Court in Graham, North Carolina. The clerk maintains all case filings, hearing dates, and docket entries for both Superior Court and District Court. You can search Alamance County court records through the state eCourts portal or by visiting the courthouse. The county sits in Judicial District 25 and uses two court buildings to handle civil and criminal cases. This page explains how to look up court docket records in Alamance County, what they contain, and how to get copies from the clerk.

Alamance County Clerk of Court

The Clerk of Superior Court in Alamance County is the official keeper of all court records. This office files new cases, stores docket sheets, and provides copies of court documents. Staff at the clerk window can help you find case files and review docket entries. The main office is at the Historical Courthouse on Court Square in Graham.

Alamance County has two court buildings. The Alamance County Historical Courthouse handles civil matters. The J.B. Allen Jr. Criminal Courthouse handles criminal cases. Both are in Graham. Parking is free in public lots near the square, though street spots have a two-hour limit. The buildings are wheelchair accessible.

The Alamance County court page on the NC Judicial Branch site shows the court locations and services for this county.

This page lists calendars, local rules, and payment details for Alamance County courts.

How to Search Alamance County Court Docket

There are two main ways to search for court docket records in Alamance County. You can go online or visit the courthouse in Graham. Each method has its own strengths. Online works well for quick checks. An in-person visit lets you see the full case file.

The North Carolina eCourts Portal gives free access to court docket data across the state. You can search by name, case number, or citation number. The portal shows docket entries, hearing dates, and case status for Alamance County cases. It does not charge a fee to view or print basic case details. For older cases that may not be in the digital system, call the clerk at (336) 570-5200. The Alamance County clerk can search records that go back many years. You may also use the NC Court Dates search tool to find upcoming hearings.

The Alamance County contact directory page lists phone numbers for each court office.

Use these numbers to reach the clerk, judges, or the district attorney in Alamance County.

To search in person, go to the Historical Courthouse at 1 Court Square in Graham. Public access terminals are set up in the clerk office. You can search by defendant name or case number at no charge. Staff can pull paper files for you to review. Bring your ID when you visit Alamance County.

Note: The eCourts Portal is not the official court record but provides a summary of public docket entries based on the clerk's records.

Court Docket Record Types in Alamance County

A court docket in Alamance County is a log of all actions in a case. It tracks each step from filing to final judgment. The docket shows when papers were filed, when hearings took place, and what orders the judge signed. Both civil and criminal cases have docket records.

Civil court docket entries in Alamance County may include complaints, answers, motions, orders, and judgments. Small claims, family law, and estate matters also produce docket records. Criminal docket records show charges, arraignment dates, plea entries, trial dates, and sentencing details. Under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132, most court docket records are public. Anyone can ask to see them. You do not need to be part of the case.

The Alamance County Historical Courthouse is shown on the NC Courts website with hours and directions.

Civil cases in Alamance County are heard at this location on Court Square in Graham.

Some records are sealed or restricted. Juvenile cases, certain protective orders, and sealed files are not open to the public. The clerk can tell you if a file has restricted access. Alamance County follows the same rules as all North Carolina courts on what stays confidential.

Alamance County Court Docket Fees

Fees apply when you need copies of court docket records in Alamance County. The standard copy fee is $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $3.00 for the first page and $0.25 for each page after that. A record check costs $25.00. These fees follow the statewide schedule set by North Carolina law.

The Alamance County clerk accepts several forms of payment. You can pay with cash, credit or debit cards, money orders, or certified checks. Personal checks are not accepted. Credit card payments have a small processing fee added. For mail payments, send a money order or certified check made out to "Alamance County Clerk of Superior Court." Mail it to Clerk of Superior Court, Alamance County Courthouse, 212 W. Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253. Online payments for fines and fees are also an option through the Alamance County payment portal.

The Alamance County payment information page outlines accepted methods and mailing instructions.

Check this page before you send any payment to the Alamance County clerk.

Note: Viewing court docket records on public terminals in the clerk office is free, but copies and certified documents carry fees.

Public Records Law and Court Docket Access

North Carolina law gives the public broad access to court records. Under N.C.G.S. § 132-1, a public record includes any document made or received by a government agency in the course of public business. Court docket records in Alamance County fall under this definition. The Clerk of Superior Court must let you inspect records at reasonable times during business hours.

You do not need to live in Alamance County or North Carolina to request records. There is no residency requirement. The law says agencies must furnish copies "as promptly as possible." The clerk cannot charge for simply looking at records, but copy fees apply when you want to take documents with you. If a request involves extensive clerical work, a special service fee may be added on top of the copy cost. Under N.C.G.S. § 7A-109, the clerk must maintain records, files, dockets, and indexes as the Administrative Office of the Courts prescribes.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Alamance County. If you are not sure where a case was filed, check the address of the defendant. Court docket records are kept in the county where the case was filed.