Access Burlington Civil Records
Burlington civil court records are managed by the Alamance County Clerk of Superior Court. Burlington is the largest city in Alamance County, though the county seat is Graham. All civil cases filed by Burlington residents go through the Alamance County court system. The clerk's office in Graham maintains all case files, pleadings, and court orders. Burlington also has a local courthouse facility for some proceedings, but the main records are stored at the county level.
Alamance County Courthouse for Burlington
The Alamance County Courthouse is at 212 W Elm Street in Graham, NC 27253. This is where civil court records for Burlington residents are filed and stored. The clerk's office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
You can reach the Graham office at (336) 570-5200. There is also a Burlington office at (336) 438-5400. Alamance County is part of Judicial District 9. Both Superior Court and District Court handle civil matters for Burlington residents.
A view of the Alamance County Clerk of Superior Court page on the NC Judicial Branch website.
This page provides contact details and court information for Alamance County, which serves Burlington residents.
Note: Burlington has its own court office with a separate phone number at (336) 438-5400.
Searching Burlington Civil Court Records
You can search for Burlington civil court records in several ways. The NC eCourts Portal provides online access to case records from Alamance County. Search by party name or case number. The portal shows case status, hearing dates, and filed documents.
In-person searches are free at the Alamance County Courthouse in Graham. You can also try the Burlington court office for certain inquiries. Staff at either location can help you find specific civil court records. Bring as much case detail as you can.
Written requests can be sent by mail to the Alamance County Clerk of Superior Court at the Elm Street address. Include the case name or number and specify what records you need.
Types of Civil Records in Burlington
Burlington civil court records cover a wide range of non-criminal matters. All of these cases are processed by the Alamance County Clerk of Superior Court. The clerk files and maintains every document in each case.
- Contract and business disputes
- Real estate and property claims
- Personal injury lawsuits
- Small claims under $10,000
- Foreclosure proceedings
- Debt collection cases
- Probate and estate matters
Superior Court handles civil cases over $25,000. District Court hears smaller claims. Each case file includes the complaint, responses, motions, and the final order from the judge.
Public Access to Burlington Records
Burlington civil court records are public under North Carolina law. The General Statutes Chapter 132 ensures the public can view court files. You do not need to be a party in the case. Only records sealed by court order are restricted from view.
The City of Burlington does not hold civil court records. The city clerk manages council records, ordinances, and municipal documents. All civil court records are maintained by Alamance County. If you call the city, they will direct you to the Alamance County Clerk of Superior Court.
Burlington Court Record Copy Fees
Viewing Burlington civil court records in person is free. Paper copies have standard fees. Regular copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 per document plus copy charges.
Certified copies carry the clerk's official seal and signature. They are needed for legal filings and official purposes. Standard copies work for personal use. You can request copies at the clerk's window or by mail. The NC Courts help page explains how to request records from any county clerk.
Note: Both the Graham and Burlington court offices can process copy requests during regular business hours.
Burlington and the Alamance Court System
Burlington is the largest city in Alamance County, but Graham serves as the county seat. This means the main courthouse and clerk's office are in Graham. However, Burlington has its own court office that handles certain functions.
Having a local office in Burlington makes it easier for residents to access some court services without traveling to Graham. For many civil court records, though, you may still need to visit the main Alamance County Courthouse. The NC Judicial Branch page for Alamance County lists both locations and their services.
The Alamance County court system handles civil, criminal, probate, and family cases for the whole county. Civil court records from Burlington are stored alongside records from Graham, Mebane, and other communities in the county. The eCourts Portal provides online access to all of these records from one search page.
Alamance County Civil Court Records
All Burlington civil court records are part of the Alamance County court system. The Alamance County Clerk of Superior Court maintains records for every city and town in the county. Visit the county page below for more details on searching, copying, and accessing civil court records across Alamance County.