Court records in Hoke County, North Carolina, can be searched through several channels. HokeCourt.us can help you find publicly available information about court cases filed in the county. You can also access records through the North Carolina Judicial Branch's Hoke County page, the Clerk of Superior Court's office at the Hoke County Courthouse, and public computer terminals available inside the courthouse during business hours.
Hoke Court System & Jurisdictions
Hoke County is part of North Carolina Judicial District 19D. Court proceedings take place at the Hoke County Courthouse in Raeford. Two trial-level courts operate in the county:
Superior Court
- Felony criminal cases
- Civil cases where the amount in controversy exceeds $25,000
- Appeals from District Court
- Estate and probate matters (handled by the Clerk of Superior Court)
District Court
- Misdemeanor criminal cases
- Infractions, including most traffic violations
- Civil cases with amounts in controversy of $25,000 or less
- Small claims (magistrate court) — civil disputes up to $10,000, heard by a magistrate
- Family court matters including divorce, child custody, child support, and domestic violence protective orders
- Juvenile cases
If you are unsure which court division handles your case, the Clerk of Superior Court's office can direct you. Magistrates in Hoke County also issue warrants, set conditions of pretrial release, and accept guilty pleas for minor infractions.
Hoke Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find scheduled court dates in Hoke County, use the search portal on the North Carolina Judicial Branch website. The portal lets you look up court dates by party name or case number. You can check today's, tomorrow's, and upcoming weekly calendars this way.
Steps to check the Hoke County court calendar:
- Visit the Hoke County court location page.
- Use the Court Dates search portal — enter a name or case number.
- Filter results by date to see current and upcoming hearings.
Court calendars are also posted at the Hoke County Courthouse. You can call the Clerk's office to confirm a specific hearing date, especially if a session has been continued or rescheduled.
Hoke County Courthouse
How to Get a Copy of a Hoke Court Document
The Hoke County Clerk of Superior Court maintains case files for both Superior and District Court. You can request copies in person, by mail, or through the NC Judicial Branch's records request process.
In Person
- Visit the Clerk's office at the Hoke County Courthouse during business hours.
- Provide the case number or the full name of a party involved.
- Ask for either a certified or uncertified copy. Certified copies bear the Clerk's seal and signature and are accepted for legal proceedings. Uncertified copies are plain reproductions.
- Pay the applicable fee at the time of your request.
By Mail
Send a written request that includes the case number (if known), party names, case type, and a return address. Include a check or money order payable to "Hoke County Clerk of Superior Court."
Online Options
While paper files must be obtained from the Clerk's office, you can search for case information online through the NC Courts search portal. For criminal background checks, the Clerk of Superior Court can provide a certified single-county search by name.
Restricted Records
Certain records are not publicly accessible, including:
- Juvenile case files
- Sealed or expunged records
- Adoption records
- Records subject to a court protective order
If you need offender or inmate information, the NC Department of Adult Correction offender search covers state prisoners, probationers, parolees, and registered sex offenders. It does not include county jail inmates held locally.
Hoke Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court record services in North Carolina are set by statute (primarily N.C.G.S. § 7A-308 and § 7A-311). The Hoke County Clerk of Superior Court collects the following standard fees:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy (first page) | $3.00 |
| Certified copy (each additional page) | $0.25 |
| Uncertified copy (per page) | $0.25 |
| Certification / seal added to a document | $3.00 |
| Criminal record search (single county, by name) | $25.00 |
| Exemplification (authentication for out-of-state use) | $10.00 |
Payment Methods
- Cash, check, or money order accepted in person
- Checks and money orders should be made payable to "Hoke County Clerk of Superior Court"
- Ask the Clerk's office whether credit or debit cards are currently accepted, as policies may vary
For records outside the court system — such as birth, death, or marriage certificates — contact the Hoke County Register of Deeds at 113 Campus Avenue, Raeford, NC 28376. Divorce certificates from 1958 onward are also available through NC Vital Records or the Clerk of Court.