Warrant records in Pasquotank County, North Carolina are classified as public records pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes § 132-1, which defines public records as "all documents, papers, letters, maps, books, photographs, films, sound recordings, magnetic or other tapes, electronic data-processing records, artifacts, or other documentary material, regardless of physical form or characteristics, made or received pursuant to law or ordinance in connection with the transaction of public business by any agency of North Carolina government or its subdivisions."
The North Carolina Public Records Law mandates that records generated by public agencies remain accessible to the public unless specifically exempted by statute. This legal framework ensures transparency in governmental operations, including the judicial system. Members of the public may access warrant information through designated channels established by county authorities.
Certain exceptions to public disclosure may apply in cases involving ongoing investigations, juvenile matters pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 7B-3000, or when disclosure might compromise public safety as determined by judicial authorities under N.C.G.S. § 132-1.4.
Warrant records maintained by Pasquotank County authorities typically contain the following standard information as required by North Carolina law:
Additional documentation may be included depending on the nature of the warrant and the specific circumstances of the case. All warrant information is maintained in accordance with North Carolina Administrative Code Title 12, Chapter 4.
Residents of Pasquotank County may verify warrant status through several no-cost methods established by county authorities. The following official channels provide public access to warrant information:
Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 132-6.2(a), agencies may charge only the actual cost of reproduction for copies of public records but may not charge for inspection of records.
The Pasquotank County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for executing warrants within county jurisdiction. Sheriff warrants are issued under the authority of N.C.G.S. § 15A-301, which establishes the legal framework for criminal process in North Carolina.
The Sheriff's Office maintains a dedicated Warrants Division that processes and executes various types of warrants including:
The Pasquotank County Sheriff's Office is located at:
Pasquotank County Sheriff's Office
200 E Colonial Avenue
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-338-2191
Official Website
The Warrants Division operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with emergency warrant service available 24 hours per day through the agency's patrol division.
Individuals seeking to determine warrant status in Pasquotank County may utilize several official verification methods established by county authorities. The following procedures have been implemented for 2025:
Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 15A-301(f), electronic records of criminal processes, including warrants, are maintained in the Electronic Repository. This system has been fully implemented in Pasquotank County as of January 2025, allowing for more efficient verification processes.
Pasquotank County maintains a systematic process for verifying outstanding warrants in compliance with state regulations. Members of the public may utilize the following official channels to determine warrant status:
For third-party inquiries, requestors must provide the full name and date of birth of the subject individual. Identification may be required for certain types of warrant information in accordance with N.C.G.S. § 132-1.4, which governs criminal investigation records.