Find Public Records in New Hanover County, North Carolina
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General information about New Hanover County
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Population: 173,554 Area: 199 sq. miles County Seat: Wilmington |
Area Code(s): 910 Time Zone: Eastern |
New Hanover County is the second-smallest county in North Carolina with a land area of 328 sq. miles; however it is one of the most populous counties in North Carolina with an estimated population of 202,667. New Hanover County was formed in 1729 from Craven County, and named in honor of England's King George I of the House of Hanover. Located in primarily a maritime region, New Hanover County is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on the east and south; the Cape Fear River in Brunswick County on the west; and Pender County on the north. The county benefits from a thriving tourist industry with the location of some of North Carolina's most popular beach towns. New Hanover County has nine municipalities with the city of Wilmington being the county seat, largest city in the county, and the ninth largest city in the state. Wilmington's historic downtown has a 1.75 mile long Riverwalk developed as a tourist attraction. The World War II battleship, USS North Carolina, is a war memorial moored across from the downtown port area, and is open to public tours. In 2014, Wilmington's riverfront was ranked by the readers of USA Today as the "Best American Riverfront." The links below provide easy access to a number of public records including property assessment records, land records, genealogy records, criminal records, election records, and other official records. [1][2][3]
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North Carolina Court Records and other Resources
Links to state and local court records, general North Carolina court information, directory of courts, and online resources for courts in North Carolina.
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New Hanover County Court Directory
Directory of court locations in New Hanover County, North Carolina. Includes local links to searching court records, dockets, legal research, self help, and more.
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Property Search
Search New Hanover County property assessment records by owner, address or parcel id.
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Tax Assessor
New Hanover County Tax Administrator
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 190, Wilmington, NC 28403 Phone: (910)798-7300 Fax: (910)798-7310 |
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Recorded Document Search
Search New Hanover County recorded documents including land records, UCC filings, plats, military discharges, birth, death, and marriage records.
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Recorder, Register of Deeds and Marriage Licenses, Birth, Death and Marriage Records
New Hanover County Register of Deeds
216 North 2nd St., Wilmington, NC 28401 Phone: (910)798-4530 Fax: (910)798-7751 |
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Inmate Search
Search New Hanover County jail inmate records by name including primary charge and arrest date.
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Sheriff and Jail
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office
3950 Juvenile Center Road, Castle Hayne, NC 28429 Phone (910)798-4200 Fax (910)798-4212 Jail Phone (910)798-4161 Fax (910)798-4163 |
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New Hanover County Census Information Summary
New Hanover County statistics for population, ethnicity, housing, geography and businesses. From the U.S. Census Bureau.
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GIS Maps
Search and view interactive GIS maps of New Hanover County, including property records, planning zones, voting and school districts, environmental information, food zones, and more.
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Restaurant and School Inspection Scores
Search New Hanover County restaurant and school inspection scores by name including last inspection date.
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Sex Offender Registry
Search the North Carolina Sex Offender and Public Protection Registry.
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Sheriff Sales and Auctions
View New Hanover County Sheriff's sales and personal property auction information including property listings.
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Employee Directory
Search New Hanover County employee directory by name.
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Code of Ordinances
View New Hanover County code of ordinances, codified November 18, 2013.
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Precincts and Polling Locations
View New Hanover County polling locations by precinct number.
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Voter and Election Information
View New Hanover County voter registration and election information including registration search and absentee voting information.
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Building Inspection Data
Download New Hanover County building inspection data files.
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Government Jobs
View current listings for New Hanover County government job openings including online employment application.
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Meeting Minutes
View New Hanover County Commission meeting minutes from 1868 to present.
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Meeting Agendas
View New Hanover County Commission meeting agendas from 1995 to present.
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Contact Info
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Birth, Death and Marriage Records
View New Hanover County information about obtaining birth, death and marriage certificates.
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Marriage Licenses
View New Hanover County information about obtaining marriage licenses including online marriage license application.
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Most Wanted Persons
View New Hanover County Sheriff most wanted persons by name including photos and reason for warrant.
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Sheriff News Releases
View New Hanover County Sheriff news and media releases including recent criminal activity and arrests by date.
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North Carolina Unclaimed Property
View North Carolina Judicial Branch records of unclaimed property by county as submitted annually by the State Treasurer's Office.
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Inmate Records
Search North Carolina jail and inmate records through the Department of Corrections by name, offender number, or birth date.
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Delinquent Taxes
New Hanover County Collections Office
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 190, Wilmington, NC 28403 Phone (910)798-7300 Fax (910)798-7310 |
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Bids
View New Hanover County bid opportunities by bid number.
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Jail and Inmate Records
Search New Hanover County jail and inmate records through Vinelink by offender ID or name.
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Government Salaries
Search Star News Online database of government salaries in Brunswick, New Hanover and Pender counties.
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Business Licenses
View New Hanover County information about business licenses (assumed names).
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Campaign Finance Reports
View New Hanover County campaign finance reports by candidate.
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Voter Reports
View New Hanover County voter history reports, voter registration list, voter statistics, and more.
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New Hanover County Library Resources
View New Hanover County Library resources including genealogy records such as census records, vital records, and more. A valid library card is required in order to access certain resources.
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Genealogy Records Search
Search New Hanover County genealogy records such as cemeteries, death records, marriage records, obituaries, wills, probate records, and more.
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North Carolina Restaurant Inspection Search
Search North Carolina Division of Environmental Health restaurant inspection scores by county using restaurant name, date range, city or zip code. Results include restaurant name, address, inspection date, final score, grade, inspection id, and violations, if any.
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