Brunswick County Civil Court Records

Brunswick County civil court records are managed by the Clerk of Superior Court in Bolivia, North Carolina. The courthouse handles all civil filings for the county, from small claims disputes to major lawsuits. Brunswick County is part of Superior Court District 13B and Prosecutorial District 15. Its court system serves a growing coastal population. You can search civil court records online through the NC eCourts Portal, visit the Bolivia courthouse, or contact the Clerk by phone or mail. Civil cases, judgments, and liens are all searchable through these channels. This guide details where to look and how to get the records you need.

Brunswick County Courthouse and Clerk

The Brunswick County Courthouse is at 310 Government Center Drive NE, Unit 1, Bolivia, NC 28422. The Clerk of Superior Court can be reached at 910-253-3900. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Self-service terminals in the Clerk's office let you search civil and criminal court records by case number, party name, victim name, or witness name.

The image below shows the Brunswick County Courthouse page on the NC Judicial Branch website.

The courthouse page includes contact details, hours, and links to court services for Brunswick County residents.

Court-related public records are handled by the Clerk of Court, not by other county departments. The Brunswick County Public Records Request page makes this clear and directs court record requests to the Clerk.

For court records specifically, contact the Clerk of Superior Court directly or use the NC Judicial Branch Public Records Request Form.

Searching Brunswick County Civil Court Records

The NC eCourts Portal is the primary online tool for searching Brunswick County civil court records. Search by party name, case number, citation number, or attorney. Filter by county and case type to get targeted results. The system returns up to 200 results and supports wildcard searches for name variations.

At the Bolivia courthouse, the public terminals provide free access to the case management system. These terminals show docket entries, judgment data, and case status. Paper files can be requested for in-person inspection. Staff can help you navigate the search process.

You can also find court records listed through the Brunswick County NC Judicial Branch page, which links to File and Serve, Guide and File, civil calendars, and criminal calendars. The Remote Public Access Program is another option for businesses and legal professionals who need regular comprehensive access to court data.

Types of Civil Court Records Available

Brunswick County courts generate a wide variety of civil records. Each case creates a file that grows as parties submit documents and the court issues rulings. The Clerk stores these files and makes them available to the public.

Available records include civil disputes, estate filings, wills, and traffic violations handled through civil process. Small claims cases and magistrate decisions are part of the civil system as well. The records contain complaints, answers, motions, court orders, and final judgments.

Judgment records are important for lien searches. A civil judgment can create a lien on property owned by the debtor in Brunswick County. These judgment liens are searchable at the Clerk's office and through the eCourts Portal. Abstracts show the judgment amount, parties, dates, and whether the judgment has been paid off.

Note: The Brunswick County Clerk of Court handles court records, while the Register of Deeds manages property records, deeds, and vital statistics.

Brunswick County Public Records Access

Public access to court records in Brunswick County follows North Carolina law. Under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132, anyone can inspect public court records during business hours. The Clerk's office provides free access through self-service terminals and allows in-person inspection of paper files.

Free options include the courthouse terminals, the NC eCourts Portal, and the NC Judicial Branch case search. Each shows basic case data like party names, filing dates, and status. More detailed records may require visiting the courthouse to view the physical file.

Payment options at the Clerk's office include credit card, cash, money order, and certified check for in-person transactions. Mail requests accept check or money order only. Personal checks are not accepted for certain transactions.

Fees for Court Records Copies

Viewing records at the Brunswick County courthouse costs nothing. Standard copies are $0.25 per page. Certified copies have a certification fee added to the copy cost. These rates are the same at all North Carolina courthouses.

Mail your copy request to the Brunswick County Clerk of Superior Court, 310 Government Center Drive NE, Unit 1, Bolivia, NC 28422. Include the case number or names, a list of documents needed, and a check or money order for payment. The office will notify you if additional payment is required.

Brunswick County Court History

Brunswick County has faced multiple record losses in its history. The courthouse was destroyed during the Civil War in 1865, and a clerk's office fire in 1957 also damaged records. Some historical records were lost in the 1865 fire. Despite these setbacks, the county has rebuilt its record system and maintains comprehensive modern civil court records.

The Brunswick County Register of Deeds operates separately from the Clerk of Court and handles property records, vital statistics, and marriage licenses. The Register of Deeds office is at Brunswick County Complex, Building I, 75 Courthouse Drive, Bolivia, 28422. Phone: (910) 253-2690 or toll-free (877) 625-9310.

Vital records at the Register of Deeds include birth records from 1914, death records from October 1913, and marriage licenses from November 23, 1867. Certified vital record copies cost $10.00 each.

The Brunswick County NC Judicial Branch page shown below provides the main gateway to court services.

This page connects users to court calendars, record search tools, jury service information, and local court rules for Brunswick County.

Nearby Counties

Brunswick County is on the southeastern coast of North Carolina. Neighboring counties may also hold civil court records related to your search.