Court records for Wilson County, North Carolina, are available through several channels. WilsonNCCourt.us allows you to search for public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be found through the North Carolina Judicial Branch online portal, directly at the clerk of court's office, or at public terminals in the courthouse.
Wilson Court System & Jurisdictions
Several levels of courts operate in Wilson County, each handling specific categories of cases.
Superior Court is a court of general jurisdiction where serious criminal offenses (felonies), civil claims over $25,000, and appeals from District Court are heard.
District Court handles a wide range of cases:
- Criminal misdemeanors
- Civil claims up to $25,000
- Family cases — divorce, child custody, alimony, protective orders
- Juvenile cases
Magistrate Court is the lowest tier. Magistrates issue arrest and search warrants, set bail, and hear small claims up to $10,000.
Traffic citations typically go to District Court. Probate matters — the process of validating wills and managing the estates of the deceased — also fall under the jurisdiction of the clerk of Superior Court. The clerk acts as the probate judge in North Carolina.
All these courts operate at the Wilson County Courthouse:
Wilson Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find out the date and time of a hearing, use the search portal on the Judicial Branch website. The Wilson County page contains links to Criminal Calendars and a search portal where you can find the hearing date by last name or case number.
Here's how to find the schedule:
- Go to nccourts.gov and select the option to search for court dates.
- Enter the party's last name or citation number, select Wilson County.
- The system will show scheduled dates, court type, and courtroom.
Criminal calendars are updated regularly, but dates may change. For accurate information for today or tomorrow, call the court office directly — the number is listed on the Wilson County Courthouse page.
How to Get a Copy of a Wilson Court Document
The clerk of Superior Court maintains records for both criminal and civil cases. Copies are available in two forms: uncertified and certified. A certified copy bears the clerk's seal and verifies the document's authenticity — often required by banks, employers, or other courts.
In Person. Visit the clerk's office at the courthouse at 115 E Nash St, Wilson. You will need the party's last name or case number.
By Mail. Send a written request including the full name of the party, type of case, and desired copy format:
Include a check or money order for the appropriate amount (see fee table below). The clerk will send copies by return mail.
Online. Through the Request a Public Record portal, you can request court documents. Note: Marriage, birth, and death certificates are not issued by the court but by NC Vital Records or the local Register of Deeds. Divorce certificates can be obtained from the court clerk or through NC Vital Records.
Some records have restricted access — juvenile cases, adoptions, sealed cases, and expunged records. Ask the clerk if a specific case is available for public viewing.
Wilson Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court documents in North Carolina are set by statute (including N.C. General Statutes § 7A-308 and § 7A-311). Below are approximate rates — confirm the exact amount with the court office, as some fees are periodically reviewed.
| Service | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified copy of a document | $3.00 for the first two pages + $0.25 for each additional page |
| Uncertified copy | $0.25 per page |
| Certification | $3.00 |
| Criminal record search (background check through NCAOC) | $25.00 |
Payment is accepted at the clerk's office — usually by cash, check, or money order. Confirm in advance if cards are accepted. For mail requests, include payment in the form of a money order payable to Wilson County Clerk of Court.
To search for information on convicted individuals in state prisons or on probation, use the Offender Search by the NC Department of Adult Correction — this tool is free. The registry of individuals convicted of sex offenses is available at NC Sex Offender Registry.