Criminal records of Robeson County, North Carolina, are available through several channels. RobesonCourt.us allows you to search publicly available information about criminal cases in the county. Additionally, records can be obtained through the official state court system, county law enforcement agencies, and the Clerk of Court's office. Each of these sources covers different types of records—from current arrests to archived court decisions.
How to Search Criminal Records in Robeson
Start your search with RobesonCourt.us — the service allows you to find public information about criminal cases in Robeson County. You will need at least one of the following:
- Full name of the defendant (last name and first name)
- Case number
- Date of birth (to refine results)
Online Search through Official Portals
- NC Judicial Branch Portal. The Court Records page of the North Carolina Judicial Branch provides online case search. Note: For background checks, the court system recommends contacting the Clerk of Court's office directly rather than relying solely on the portal.
- Police2Citizen Tool from the County Sheriff's Office. Police2Citizen is a tool on the Robeson County Sheriff's website. It shows recent arrests, photos, charges, bail information, and inmate search.
- Statewide Convict Search. The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NC DAC) provides a convict search by name or ID. It displays inmates in state facilities as well as those on parole or probation.
In-Person Visit
The Robeson County Courthouse has public computer terminals. You can search cases by the defendant's last name or case number. The Clerk of Court can also assist with searches — visit the office on the first floor.
Robeson County Courthouse
Written Request
A request for criminal records can be mailed to the Robeson County Clerk of Court's office. Include the full name of the person, date of birth (if known), and type of record requested. For an official state-level criminal history, the request is submitted to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NCSBI).
Search Robeson Criminal Cases by Case Number
Each criminal case in North Carolina is assigned a unique number consisting of several parts. A typical format looks like this:
- County Code — a two-digit number identifying the county (for Robeson, it's 75)
- Case Type Code — determines jurisdiction and category. For example: CRS — criminal case Superior Court; CR — criminal case District Court; IF — infraction
- Year — two-digit designation of the year the case was filed
- Sequential Number — a sequential number within the year
Example: 75 CRS 24 001234 means a criminal case in the Superior Court of Robeson County, filed in 2024 under sequential number 001234. Knowing the full number allows you to find the case faster — both at the courthouse terminal and through the state online portal.
Charges, Case Status, Hearings, and Court Results in Robeson
Charges
| Item | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Statute Code | Reference to a specific article of the North Carolina General Statutes (N.C.G.S.), for example, §14-72 — theft |
| Severity | Felony, Misdemeanor, or Infraction |
| Class | Felonies are classified from A to I; Misdemeanors from A1 to 3. The class affects the range of punishment |
| Amended Charges | The prosecutor may change the initial charge to a lesser or more serious one — this is reflected in the case card |
Case Status
- Pending — the case is open, no decision has been made yet
- Active — the case is in active proceedings
- Disposed — the court has made a final decision
- Closed — the case is closed, all procedural actions are completed
Types of Hearings
A criminal case usually goes through several stages:
- First Appearance / Arraignment — the first court appearance where the charges are read to the defendant
- Preliminary Hearing — a preliminary hearing (for felony cases) where the judge assesses the sufficiency of evidence
- Pre-trial Hearing — a pre-trial hearing to resolve procedural issues
- Trial — the trial on the merits
- Sentencing — pronouncement of the sentence
- Review Hearing — review of probation conditions or execution of the decision
Hearing dates can be checked on the Court Dates page of the NC Judicial Branch.
Court Results
| Result | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Guilty | Found guilty — by the court or by plea |
| Not Guilty | Acquitted as a result of the trial |
| Dismissed | The case is closed without a verdict (at the prosecutor's or court's initiative) |
| Acquitted | Full acquittal after the trial on the merits |
| Prayer for Judgment Continued (PJC) | The court postpones sentencing — a specific tool of North Carolina |
If a charge was removed through expunction, the record may be removed from public access. More about this process can be found on the Expunctions page of the NC Judicial Branch.
How to Request Certified Criminal Records in Robeson
Certified copies of criminal records are issued by the Clerk of Superior Court's office in Robeson County. This is the only local body that can place an official seal on court documents.
How to Submit a Request
- In Person — visit the Clerk of Court's office at the address below. Bring a valid photo ID (driver's license or passport).
- By Mail — send a written request to the court's mailing address. Include the full name of the defendant, case number (if known), type of document requested, and return address. Include payment in the form of a money order.
- Through the Request Portal — submit a public records request on the Request a Public Record page of the NC Judicial Branch.
Robeson County Clerk of Court's Office
For a complete state criminal history record, the request is submitted to NCSBI. This process requires fingerprinting and a separate fee.
Robeson County Sheriff's Office
For information on arrests, inmates, and ongoing investigations, contact the sheriff's office.
Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times for Criminal Records in Robeson
The fees for copies of court documents in North Carolina are set according to N.C.G.S. §7A-308. Below are the typical fees applied at the Clerk of Court's office.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Copy of court document (per page) | $0.25 |
| Certification fee | $3.00 |
| Registry search by defendant's name | Usually free at the courthouse terminal |
It is best to confirm the exact amount directly with the office, as some fees may vary. Payment is accepted in the form of a money order or cashier's check for mail requests; other forms of payment may be accepted for in-person visits.
Processing Times
- In Person — simple copies are usually issued the same day
- By Mail — processing may take from 5 to 10 business days, depending on the volume of the request
- Criminal history through NCSBI — times depend on the type of check; usually from a few days to several weeks
If a record has been expunged, it will not appear in search results. The expunction procedure is described on the NC Judicial Branch and NCSBI websites.