Pender County Police Records Search
Pender County police records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office in Burgaw, North Carolina. The county stores arrest logs, incident reports, and detention data at the sheriff's office and the jail on North Walker Street. Court records are kept by the Clerk of Superior Court. You can search for police records in Pender County by visiting in person, calling the records division, or using online portals. This page covers the offices that hold records, how to request them, and what fees apply.
Pender County Quick Facts
Pender County Sheriff's Office Records
The Pender County Sheriff's Office is at 605 East Fremont Street in Burgaw. Call (910) 259-1212 to reach the main office. Sheriff Alan Cutler leads the department. The sheriff handles all law enforcement for areas outside municipal limits in Pender County.
The Pender County arrest records page provides details about how to request police records. In-person requests require a government-issued photo ID, a completed records request form, and the name of the person whose records you need. Include the approximate date of arrest and be ready to pay the copy fees. Standard processing takes 5 to 10 business days in Pender County.
The arrest records page shows the steps for requesting police records in Pender County. It covers both in-person and mail request procedures.
How to Request Pender County Police Records
You can request police records from Pender County by mail. Send your full name, contact information, and a detailed description of the record you need. Include a copy of your ID and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Attach a check or money order for the copy fees. Mail it to the Pender County Sheriff's Office at 605 E. Fremont Street, Burgaw, NC 28425.
Copy fees follow N.C.G.S. § 132-6.2. Black and white copies cost $0.25 per page. Color copies are $1.00 per page. Electronic copies sent by email are free. Certified copies have an additional fee of $5.00 for the first page and $2.00 for each additional page in Pender County.
Free search options also exist. Public access terminals at the courthouse are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The NC Offender Public Information Search covers state inmates. You can inspect records in person at the sheriff's office during business hours at no charge.
Note: Mugshots are available in person at the Records Division but are not posted in the online public database for Pender County.
Pender County Jail Records
The Pender County Jail is at 104 North Walker Street in Burgaw. Call (910) 259-1353 to reach the jail. The facility holds up to 92 inmates. Captain Margaret Strickland serves as the Jail Administrator. Every booking at this facility produces police records that are stored in the county system.
The jail processes all arrests made by the Pender County Sheriff's Office and local police. Each booking record includes the person's name, charges, mugshot, bond amount, and arrest date. Family members can call to check if someone is being held. The transportation unit operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
| Jail |
Pender County Jail 104 N Walker Street Burgaw, NC 28425 Phone: (910) 259-1353 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 92 inmates |
| Administrator | Captain Margaret Strickland |
Pender County Court Police Records
The Pender County Clerk of Superior Court is at 100 South Wright Street in Burgaw. Clerk Elizabeth H. Craver maintains all criminal and civil case files. Call (910) 663-3900 for court record questions. You can also search court records through the NC Courts Pender County page.
Court records go back to the county's formation in 1875. Self-service terminals are available at the courthouse for free public searches. The NC SBI runs statewide background checks for $14 if you need records beyond Pender County. The New Hanover-Pender District Attorney's office at newhanoverpenderda.com also provides court information and citation lookup for the area.
Pender County Public Records Law
Under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132, police records in Pender County are public documents. You can view them for free during business hours. Copies have a fee. You do not need to provide a reason for your request. If the agency denies your request, they must explain why in writing.
Response times for records requests in Pender County follow N.C.G.S. § 132-6. The law says agencies must respond as promptly as possible. Standard processing takes 5 to 10 business days. Sealed, expunged, and juvenile records are not available to the public. Active investigation files may also be restricted until the case is closed.
Statewide Search Tools for Pender County
The NC Offender Search covers state prison inmates with ties to Pender County. This free tool goes back several decades. The NC Sex Offender Registry lets you check for registered offenders near any address. The NC SAVAN system sends free custody alerts. Call 877-627-2826 to sign up for notifications about an offender connected to Pender County.
The NC SBI runs statewide background checks for $14. You need fingerprints to apply. Results take 10 to 15 business days. This check covers only North Carolina records and cannot be used for official purposes.
Tips for Searching Pender County Records
When requesting police records from Pender County, have the person's full legal name ready. An approximate date of the arrest or incident helps narrow the search. A case number speeds things up if you have one. Staff at the sheriff's office or clerk's office can search their systems using any of these details.
For online searches, the NC Courts portal is the best free tool. Enter the person's name to see court cases filed in Pender County. The NC Offender Search covers state prison data. The Sex Offender Registry covers registered offenders near any address. These tools are all free and cover records connected to Pender County.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Pender County. Police records stay in the county where the event occurred. Check the address to determine which office holds the records you need.