Carteret County, NC Arrests, Mugshots & Jail Records

Individuals can request copies of arrest records from the Carteret County Sheriff's Office by mail, by fax, or in person at:

The County Sheriff's Office

304 Craven Street

Beaufort, NC 28516

Phone: (252) 728-8400

Fax: (252) 504-4818

The County Sheriff's Office also provides access to current inmate information through the Inmate Search portal.

In Carteret County, individuals can request arrest records from any local Police Department by submitting requests online, mailing written applications, or visiting the Police Department where the arrest occurred. To expedite the process, it is helpful to provide specific information, such as the arrestee's full name, the date of the arrest, and the location of the incident. Most Police Departments in the county charge fees for providing copies of arrest records, and the processing times may vary. Below are some key Police Departments in the county:

• Morehead City Police Department
• Beaufort Police Department
• Atlantic Beach Police Department
• Emerald Isle Police Department
• Indian Beach Police Department

Requesters can also explore additional Law Enforcement Agencies in the county by visiting their respective platforms or contacting them directly for further assistance about obtaining copies of arrest records.

The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) serves as the state's main hub for criminal records. It provides criminal checks to the public and authorized agencies. Record owners can request their criminal records by completing the Right to Review form. Mail the completed form along with $14 processing fees to:

NC State Bureau of Investigation

Criminal Information and Identification Section

3320 Garner Road

Raleigh, NC 27610

Accessing another person's criminal record requires proper authorization and is typically done by employers or agencies for checks. Additionally, the North Carolina Department of Public Safety provides access to details about individuals who are currently or were previously in state prison or on parole through its Public Offender portal.

Arrest records related to formal charges can be obtained through the Carteret County Clerk of Superior Court. To request criminal court records, individuals can use the eCourts Portal available through the North Carolina Judicial Branch platform or visit the courthouse to obtain copies of criminal court records. Additionally, interested individuals may find current arrest records on third-party websites like InfoTracer, which compile public criminal data from multiple sources across the state.