Police Records in Hyde County

Hyde County police records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office in Swan Quarter, North Carolina. This is the second least populous county in the state with only 4,589 residents as of 2020. It covers 1,424 square miles, making it one of the largest counties by area. You can search for arrest records, court documents, and criminal case data through the Sheriff's Office or the Clerk of Court. The county seat is Swan Quarter, where both offices are located for police record requests.

Hyde County Sheriff's Office Records

Sheriff Guire Cahoon leads the Hyde County Sheriff's Office. The office is at 1223 Main Street in Swan Quarter, NC 27885. Phone is (252) 926-3171. Email is ccahoon@hydecountync.gov. The Sheriff's Office handles all law enforcement for the county, including arrest records, incident reports, and jail operations.

Hyde County is very small and rural. The 2018 average shows zero violent crimes reported. Despite the low crime rate, the county still maintains police records in full compliance with state law. Every arrest, incident report, and booking creates a record. These are public under the North Carolina Public Records Act. Contact the Sheriff's Office to request copies of any police records from Hyde County.

The site provides an overview of the Sheriff's Office and available records for Hyde County.

Hyde County Clerk of Court

Clerk Brandy C. Pugh handles court records for Hyde County. The courthouse is at 30 Oyster Creek St in Swan Quarter, NC 27885. The mailing address is PO Box 337, Swan Quarter, NC 27885. Phone is (252) 926-4700, fax is (252) 926-4701, and email is brandy.c.pugh@nccourts.org. Hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The clerk provides court documents by mail, email, or fax. Certified copies are only available by mail. Criminal case records include charges, hearing dates, and case outcomes. These complement the police records kept by the Sheriff's Office. For a certified criminal record check, use Form AOC-CR-314 and pay $25. Contact the clerk to confirm fees and processing times for Hyde County court records.

Hyde County Public Records Process

North Carolina's Public Records Law dates back to 1935 and was last updated in 2005. The county clerk is at 30 Oyster Creek Rd, Room 112, in Swan Quarter. Phone numbers are (252) 926-4182 and (252) 926-4183. Fax is (252) 926-3710. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

You need a photo ID (state ID or driver's license) to request records. Requests must be in writing. The county has different offices for different types of records. Vital records go through the Register of Deeds. Court documents come from the Clerk of Court. Police reports come from the Sheriff's Office. Each office follows the same public records rules set by N.C.G.S. Chapter 132.

• Bring a valid photo ID
• Submit your request in writing
• Contact the right office for your record type
• Allow time for processing

Online Searches for Hyde County Police Records

Hyde County does not have a large online records portal. For online searches, use state tools. The NC eCourts portal covers criminal cases from Hyde County. Search by name or case number. Basic data is free.

The NC DAC offender search shows state prison records. It does not include county jail data from Hyde County. The NC Sex Offender Registry is free and searchable for all of Hyde County. You can look up offenders by name, address, or zip code. Because the county is so small, online tools from the state level are often the best way to find police records tied to Hyde County.

Hyde County Jail Information

The jail is at 1223 Main Street in Swan Quarter. It has a capacity of up to 412 inmates. Mail for inmates goes to the inmate's full name, PO Box 189, Swan Quarter, NC 27885. All incoming mail is inspected for contraband. The sender's complete name and address must be on the outside of every letter.

Contact the Sheriff's Office at (252) 926-3171 for the visitation schedule. Booking records from the jail are public police records under state law. Staff can help you find out if someone is in custody and what charges they face in Hyde County. The jail generates booking records, release data, and charge sheets that all become part of the police records system. Despite being one of the smallest counties in the state, Hyde County follows the same jail record keeping standards as the larger counties in North Carolina.

Background Checks for Hyde County

The NC SBI Right to Review costs $14 for a personal background check. It covers all North Carolina criminal records. Fingerprints are needed. Results arrive in 10 to 15 business days. This is for personal use only and cannot be used for official purposes.

The Clerk of Court in Hyde County offers certified criminal record checks for $25. Contact Clerk Brandy C. Pugh at (252) 926-4700 or by email at brandy.c.pugh@nccourts.org. These checks cover criminal cases filed in Hyde County courts. For a broader search, combine the local check with the statewide SBI check to cover more ground on police records.

Public Records Access in Hyde County

Police records in Hyde County are public under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132. This law has been in place since 1935 and was updated in 2005. It says government records are open. Anyone can request them. No reason is needed.

Some records are exempt. Active investigations, juvenile files, and data with Social Security numbers may be held back or redacted. Law enforcement body camera and dash camera recordings fall under NCGS 132-1.4A and may need a court order. Most routine police records in Hyde County are available without restriction. The agency must respond as quickly as it can. If your request is denied, you can challenge it through the legal process set out in state law.

Hyde County has very low crime rates. But even in a small county, the same rules apply. Every arrest and incident creates a public record. The Sheriff's Office, the Clerk of Court, and the county clerk all follow the same public records law. Your right to access police records in Hyde County is the same as in any other county in North Carolina.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Hyde County. Police records stay in the county where the event happened.