Robeson County, North Carolina court records are available through several channels. RobesonCourt.us allows you to quickly find public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be searched through the state's official online court system tools, directly at the Clerk of Court's office, and on public terminals installed in the courthouse.
Robeson Court System & Jurisdictions
Robeson County operates two main levels of general jurisdiction courts — Superior Court and District Court. Both are located in the Robeson County Courthouse in Lumberton.
Superior Court handles:
- Serious criminal offenses (felonies)
- Civil cases with claims over $25,000
- Appeals from District Court decisions
District Court covers a much broader range of cases that most residents encounter:
- Criminal misdemeanors
- Civil claims up to $25,000
- Family matters — divorce, custody, alimony
- Domestic violence cases and protective orders
- Juvenile cases
Magistrate Court is a division of District Court. Magistrates issue arrest and search warrants, set initial bail conditions, and hear small claims cases up to $10,000. To file a small claims case, contact the Clerk of Court's office.
Probate and estate matters are handled by the Clerk of Superior Court as the probate judge. Traffic violations typically fall under District Court. Robeson County Local Rules and Forms contain procedural guidelines for each court level.
Robeson Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
The easiest way to check the date, time, and location of a court hearing is on the Court Dates page of the North Carolina Judicial Branch. The search works by defendant's last name, citation number, or case number.
To find the schedule for today, tomorrow, or the current week:
- Go to the Court Dates page on nccourts.gov.
- Select "Robeson" county in the filter.
- Enter the last name or case number.
- The system will display the date, time, courtroom, and type of hearing.
Superior Court and District Court calendars are published separately. Current contact information for schedule clarification can be found in the Robeson County contact directory. If you do not know the case number, call the Clerk of Court's office — staff will help determine the hearing date.
How to Get a Copy of a Robeson Court Document
Copies of court documents are issued by the Clerk of Superior Court's office. There are two types of copies:
- Uncertified copy — a photocopy without official certification. Suitable for personal review.
- Certified copy — contains the clerk's seal and signature, legally valid for submission to other institutions.
Three ways to obtain a document:
In person. Visit the Clerk of Court's office in the courthouse. You can find the case on a public terminal by the defendant's last name or case number, and then order a copy from the clerk.
By mail. Send a written request specifying the case number, parties' names, and type of document. Include a check or money order for the appropriate amount.
Online. Through the eCourts portal, you can view basic case information. For a background check, the Judicial Branch recommends contacting the Clerk of Court's office directly, rather than relying solely on the online portal.
Divorce certificates can be obtained from the clerk of the court where the judgment was issued or ordered through NC Vital Records. Birth, marriage, and death certificates are issued by the Robeson County Register of Deeds or the state Vital Records office.
Robeson Court Records Fees & Payment
The fees for copies of court documents in North Carolina are set by the General Statutes of the state (N.C.G.S. § 7A-308). Below are the main rates applicable in Robeson County.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Uncertified document copy (per page) | $0.25 |
| Certification fee | $3.00 |
| Record search (per name) | $25.00 |
Payment is usually accepted in cash, money order, or certified check. Check with the clerk if credit or debit cards are accepted — this depends on the specific office.
Some documents require additional fees. For example, issuing a divorce decree or an apostille may incur separate charges. If ordering copies by mail, include a self-addressed envelope with sufficient postage.
For state-level criminal record inquiries, contact NC DAC Offender Search — this resource allows free searches for information on inmates in state correctional facilities and individuals on parole.