Chatham County, NC Arrest Records, Warrants, and Jail Information
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How To Search Chatham County Arrest Records
Chatham County accounts for about 900 of the over 230,000 arrests recorded annually in North Carolina. Law enforcement agencies across the county typically keep records of arrested persons and make them accessible to the public. Interested persons can look up arrest records online or submit written requests to the record custodians.
However, records containing juvenile arrests, sealed cases, and witness information are restricted under the NC Public Records Act. Only the Chatham District Attorney, local law enforcers, recognized agencies, and record owners can access restricted files. Note that access to certain arrest records may involve processing fees depending on the record custodian and request type.
How To Look Up Chatham County Arrest Records
The following local and state agencies keep and disseminate Chatham County arrest records:
Sheriff Arrest Records
Records of individuals arrested in Chatham County are available at the Sheriff's Office located at:
Chatham County Sheriff's Office
295 West Street
Pittsboro, NC 27312
Phone: (919) 542-2811
Interested persons can get these records by submitting mail requests or in-person requests to the Sheriff's Office. Arrest information of inmates in the county jail is accessible online via the sheriff's Inmate Search system.
Police Arrest Records
Chatham County has two police departments located in Pittsboro, its government seat, and Siler City. These departments keep records of suspects arrested within their municipalities. To obtain police arrest records, visit the department's website to use the online request forms or find contact details. Note that some records may only be available after providing the subject's information and paying the relevant charges.
North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NC SBI)
Criminal records maintained by North Carolina's State Bureau of Investigation are available only to authorized agencies, employers, and law enforcement agencies. County residents can also request their criminal history files from the NCSBI. To get these records, eligible persons must submit completed fingerprint cards, written requests, the Right to Review Form, and the $14 processing fee to the NCSBI by mail:
North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation
Criminal Information and Identification Section
P.O. Box 29500
3320 Garner Road
Raleigh, NC 27610
Fingerprint cards can be completed by contacting the Chatham County Sheriff or other police departments. Also, the state agency accepts only money orders or certified checks made payable to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. Requesters may need to wait up to 20 business days for the processing and delivery of their criminal history records. Incomplete requests, missing documents, or incorrect payment methods may result in delays or rejections.
Criminal Court Records
Chatham's arrest records are also accessible on criminal case files maintained by the Clerk of the Superior Court. The North Carolina eCourt Portal provides online access to criminal court records. To search the online system, click on 'Smart Search' and enter the defendant's name or case number. Requesters can get copies of criminal court records by downloading and completing the Criminal Record Search Form. Afterwards, submit in person or by mail to:
Chatham County Clerk of Superior Court
40 East Chatham Street
P.O. Box 369
Pittsboro, NC 27312
Phone: (919) 545-3500
An alternative way to find Chatham County arrest records online is via reputable third-party websites like InfoTracer.
Arrest Statistics
Chatham's arrest rate is approximately 1,175 per 100,000 people. Below are details of these arrest figures:
| Arrest Type | Number of Arrests |
|---|---|
| Murder and Non-negligent Manslaughter | 1 |
| Robbery | 3 |
| Rape | 5 |
| Aggravated Assault | 40 |
| Simple Assault | 142 |
| Arson | 0 |
| Burglary/Breaking & Entering | 21 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10 |
| Larceny | 50 |
| Total Crimes Against Persons (Violent Crimes) | 191 |
| Total Property Crimes | 81 |
| Others | 687 |
| Total Number of Arrests | 959 |
Source: North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, Summary Statistics