Access Greensboro Civil Records
Greensboro civil court records are managed by the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court. Greensboro is the county seat and the largest city in Guilford County. All civil lawsuits filed in Greensboro go through the county court system. The clerk's office on South Eugene Street stores case files, processes new filings, and provides public access to civil records. You can look up cases online through the NC eCourts portal or visit the courthouse during business hours. Guilford County also operates a second courthouse in High Point for added convenience.
Guilford County Courthouse in Greensboro
The Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court in Greensboro is at 201 South Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC 27401. The mailing address is PO Box 3008, Greensboro, NC 27402-3008. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The phone number is (336) 412-7300.
Lisa Johnson-Tonkins serves as the Clerk of Superior Court for Guilford County. The court falls within District 24 of the North Carolina judicial system. The Guilford County NC Judicial Branch page lists all courthouse locations, phone numbers, and available services.
Guilford County runs two full-service courthouse locations. The Greensboro office handles most civil filings. The High Point office at 505 East Green Drive also accepts filings and provides record access.
Searching Civil Court Records in Greensboro
The NC eCourts portal offers free online searches for Greensboro civil court records. Select Guilford County from the dropdown menu. Then search by party name, case number, or filing date range. No account is needed for basic searches.
At the courthouse, public access terminals are available for free use. These terminals connect to the same system used by court staff. You can search by name or case number and view docket entries, hearing dates, and case status.
The Guilford County Courts portal provides links to civil calendars, case search tools, and other court resources. This site is a good starting point if you are not sure where to begin your search.
Note: Use the last name followed by first name when searching by party name for the best results.
Civil Court Records Available in Greensboro
The clerk's office maintains records for all civil cases filed in Guilford County. District Court handles civil disputes under $25,000. Superior Court covers civil cases above that amount. Small Claims Court addresses disputes up to $10,000.
Records on file include complaints, answers, motions, orders, and final judgments. Docket sheets track every event in a case. You can view hearing schedules and check whether a judgment has been satisfied.
- Civil case complaints and responses
- Court orders and judgments
- Small claims filings and rulings
- Docket sheets and case event logs
- Motions and supporting documents
- Hearing and trial schedules
Most civil records are kept for 10 years after the case closes. Small claims files are kept for 5 years.
Public Access to Greensboro Court Records
North Carolina's public records law gives everyone the right to inspect civil court records. Chapter 132 of the NC General Statutes requires that public records be available for review during business hours. You can inspect files at the Greensboro courthouse for free.
Some records are not open to the public. Juvenile proceedings, adoption cases, mental health commitments, and sealed records stay confidential. All other civil case files are available.
The image below shows the Guilford County Courts portal used for civil record searches in Greensboro.
This portal connects to the NC eCourts system for up-to-date case information.
Greensboro Court Record Copy Fees
Copies of civil court records cost $0.25 per page. This is the standard rate set by state law. Certified copies cost $5.00 plus the per-page fee. Certified copies include an official seal from the clerk.
In-person inspection is free. Online searches through the eCourts portal cost nothing. You only pay when you request printed copies or certified documents.
The NC court records guide explains the full fee schedule and the process for requesting copies by mail.
Note: Some individuals may qualify for fee waivers based on financial need in connection with a pending case.
Civil Process in Guilford County
A civil case in Greensboro starts when someone files a complaint at the clerk's office. The clerk assigns a case number and enters the filing into the court system. The other party receives notice through service of process. From there, the case may involve discovery, motions, hearings, and eventually a trial or settlement.
Attorneys in Guilford County must file documents through the eCourts system. Paper filings are still accepted from people without a lawyer. Once filed, documents become part of the public case record and can be viewed online or at the courthouse.
After a case concludes, the records remain on file with the clerk. You can search closed cases the same way you search active ones. The docket will show the outcome, any judgment amounts, and the closure date.
Guilford County Civil Court Records
Greensboro is the county seat of Guilford County. Civil court records for all cities and towns in the county, including High Point and other communities, are filed with the same clerk's office. The county operates two courthouse locations to serve residents across the area. Visit the NC Courts website for statewide court resources and portal access.