High Point Police Records
High Point police records are managed by the High Point Police Department at 1730 Westchester Drive. High Point is the third largest city in the Piedmont Triad and sits in Guilford County. You can search for High Point police records through the city public records portal, in person at police headquarters, or through the Guilford County Sheriff's P2C system. The city supports anonymous records requests and does not require you to give your name or explain why you need the records. High Point takes public access seriously and makes the search process straightforward.
High Point Police Quick Facts
High Point Police Department
The High Point Police Department website at highpointnc.gov/police has information about the department, crime prevention, and how to request records. The records division is at 1730 Westchester Drive and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Bring a valid ID for in-person requests.
HPPD keeps incident reports, arrest records, accident reports, and background check information. Staff can search for records by name, date, or case number. Most routine requests in High Point are handled the same day when you visit in person.
High Point Public Records Request
The City of High Point has a public records request portal at highpointnc.gov. The city follows NC General Statute 132-1(a), which defines public records broadly to include all documents, papers, photographs, electronic data, and other materials made or received by government agencies. The city views access to information as a fundamental right for any person, whether they live in High Point or not.
You do not need to put your request in writing. You do not need to give your name. If you want to stay anonymous, keep the reference number you get when you submit a request. Use that number to track your request on the tracking portal. The city may ask questions about your request to make sure they can search for the right records in High Point.
High Point Police Records Fees
High Point does not charge for electronic records that can be uploaded to the portal. Physical media costs apply when you need records on a CD, DVD, or USB drive.
- Electronic records: Free when uploaded to portal
- CD, DVD, or USB drive: $5.00 each
- Black and white copies: $0.07 per page
- Color copies: $0.10 per page
Map copies from High Point vary by size. The city clerk, Sandra Keeney, can be reached at 336-883-3536 for questions about fees or records availability. The city does not keep birth certificates, death certificates, or divorce records. Those come from different agencies.
Guilford County Records for High Point
High Point is in Guilford County. The Guilford County Sheriff has a P2C portal at guilfordcountysheriff.policetocitizen.com for jail and inmate searches plus sex offender lookups. Court records for criminal cases from High Point go through the Guilford County Superior Court at 201 S Eugene St in Greensboro. Call 336-412-7300 for court information.
The NC Judicial Branch website gives online access to case records from Guilford County. You can search by name or case number for any criminal case from High Point. The NC SBI offers statewide background checks for $14.00 per person. The LexisNexis Community Crime Map also covers High Point and shows crime activity by neighborhood.
Note: High Point police records for active investigations are protected from public release under N.C.G.S. 132-1.4.
Search Tips for High Point Records
When you need police records from High Point, start by deciding what type of record you need. For recent incident or arrest records, check with the Records Division at the police department. For formal public records requests, use the city portal. For county-level data including jail information and sex offender searches, try the Guilford County Sheriff's P2C portal.
Be clear about what you need in your request. Include dates, names, and any case or report numbers. The city may follow up with questions to make sure they search for the right records. This is part of the process, not a barrier. The goal is to get you the right High Point police records as fast as possible. Allow a few business days for processing, though some requests may be handled the same day if you visit in person.
State Police Records Access
The NC Department of Adult Correction has an offender search covering state prison inmates, including those from High Point cases. The NC sex offender registry at ncsbi.gov lets you search for registered offenders near any address. Certified crash reports from High Point go through the NC DMV by mail for $5.50 each.
North Carolina's public records law under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132 gives everyone the right to inspect and copy most police records in High Point. The law applies to all government agencies in the state. You do not need to be a resident of High Point to request records. Any person can submit a request for any reason. The law protects your right to access these records without explaining why you need them.
High Point Police and Community
The High Point Police Department serves a diverse and growing community. The city is known worldwide for the High Point Market, which brings thousands of visitors each year. The police department adjusts its presence and record keeping to match the needs of a city with both a permanent population and a large visitor base. Public access to police records supports the trust between the department and the people it serves.
If you need records from High Point police, the department makes the process open and accessible. Start with the online portal for formal requests. Visit in person for quick lookups. Call the records division if you have questions about what is available. The goal is to get you the information you need in a timely way. High Point values transparency and works to make police records available to anyone who asks.
Guilford County Police Records
High Point is in Guilford County. Criminal cases from High Point go through the Guilford County court system. For county-level police records, court records, and other public documents, visit the Guilford County police records page.