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If you received a citation, see what options you may have, including to pay, dismiss, or reduce your ticket.

Quickly find when and where you need to appear in court. Search by name, county, and more.

If you need to visit one of our courthouses, we'll help you get in touch with them and help you get there.

Find common answers to your court-related questions.

If you or a family member or friend are about to go to court, let us help navigate the way through the process.

Find out what to expect when you arrive, how to conduct yourself, and what you need to do when you serve as a juror.

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Find statewide forms created and maintained by the North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts.

If you know the Judicial Branch employee you'd like to reach, please use our Judicial Directory to find their contact information.

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Find out how to obtain court records.

Learn how to obtain a criminal background check for yourself or others.

Submit a request depending on the type of record. Options may include online, by mail, or in person.

The North Carolina Judicial Branch is committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities have equal access to all court functions.

Learn more about North Carolina’s unified court system, cases, officials, routes of appeal, and more.