Law enforcement agencies in North Carolina execute more than 230,000 arrests each year, with over 3,700 of these arrests occurring in Onslow County. To obtain Onslow County arrest records, requesters typically contact the record custodian, submit official requests, and pay applicable fees ranging from $0.10 to $14.
Arrest records maintained by government agencies in Onslow County are considered public under the North Carolina Public Records Law. However, documents containing confidential information, such as juvenile records, victims' and witnesses' details, and mental health records, are only open to individuals listed in the records. Criminal justice agencies, such as the police, courts, and District Attorney's Office, may also access these records as part of their official duties.
Onslow County arrest records are maintained by various agencies at different levels of government, including the Sheriff's Office, local police departments, the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, and the courts.
The Onslow County Sheriff's Office has countywide authority to execute arrests and maintain criminal records. To obtain arrest records from the office, submit an official request in person or via mail to:
Onslow County Sheriff's Office
717 Court Street
Jacksonville, NC 28540
Alternatively, you may submit a request by filling out the Sheriff's Office online Public Records Request Form.
Some municipalities in Onslow County have local police departments that provide public safety services at the municipal level. Details of arrests made by these agencies are specific to the city or town they serve. Requesters can obtain local arrest reports through the relevant municipality's records portal or by visiting the local police department in person. Below is a list of some local police departments in Onslow County.
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NCSBI) is the state-level agency responsible for maintaining arrest records and other criminal history information. You obtain your criminal history information from the BCI by taking the steps listed below.
NC State Bureau of Investigation
Criminal Information and Identification Section
Attention: Applicant Unit â Right to Review
3320 Garner Road
Raleigh, NC 27610
Criminal case records of the Superior Court and the District Court in Onslow County may contain details of defendants' arrests. You can find these records online through the statewide eCourts Portal. Alternatively, you may conduct a certified background check by submitting a completed Criminal Record Search form along with the required payment in person or via mail at:
Onslow County Courthouse
625 Court Street
Jacksonville, NC 28540
Additionally, reliable third-party search tools like InfoTracer allow users to find Onslow County arrest records using comprehensive search options.
With a population of over 210,000, Onslow County has an arrest rate of 1,747 and a crime rate of 1,823.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. The table below shows a breakdown of the county's arrest statistics.
| Arrest Type | Number of Arrests |
|---|---|
| Murder and Manslaughter | 8 |
| Larceny | 426 |
| Robbery | 10 |
| Sex Offenses | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 65 |
| Other Assaults | 494 |
| Arson | 4 |
| Burglary - Breaking and Entering | 65 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 |
Source: North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NCSBI)
| Department | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Holly Ridge Police Department | 313 Sound Rd | 910-329-4076 |
| Jacksonville Police Department | 200 Marine Blvd. | 910 455-4000 |