Camden County Divorce Records

Camden County divorce records are kept at the Clerk of Superior Court office in Camden. This small county in northeastern North Carolina has about 9,682 residents. The clerk maintains all court files related to divorce cases filed in Camden County. You can search for records in person at the courthouse on NC Highway 343 North or use the state eCourts portal online. The clerk staff can help locate case files by name or case number. Camden County is part of Judicial District 1 for both Superior and District Courts.

Camden County Clerk of Court

Jennifer L. Gray serves as the elected Clerk of Superior Court for Camden County. The office is at 117 NC Highway 343 North in Camden. This is the only place to get divorce records for the county. The clerk handles case filings, stores court documents, and provides copies. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The Camden County courthouse page from the NC Judicial Branch has details on court services. Public access terminals are set up at the courthouse for self-service record searches. The eCourts portal is also available for online case lookups. You can reach the clerk by phone at (252) 336-4000 or by fax at (252) 336-4001. Email requests can be sent to jennifer.gray@nccourts.org for basic questions about Camden County divorce records.

The Camden County government site has a page for the Clerk of Court office with local details.

This site explains how to request court records and what to bring when visiting the Camden County courthouse.

How to Search Camden Divorce Records

You can search for divorce records in Camden County in person or online. At the courthouse, staff can look up cases by name or number. A photo ID is required for in-person requests. Online, the NC eCourts portal lets you search basic case data for free.

For copies of actual documents, contact the Camden County clerk directly. You can visit, call, or mail a request to PO Box 219, Camden, NC 27921. The Camden County contact directory lists phone numbers for all court departments. Superior Court Judges can be reached at (252) 331-4501 and District Court Judges at (252) 331-4500. Divorce records are NOT maintained by the Register of Deeds in Camden County. All divorce records go through the Clerk of Superior Court.

The contact directory shows all the phone numbers and mailing details for Camden County court offices.

Note: Camden County divorce records are not held by the Register of Deeds, so always contact the Clerk of Superior Court for these files.

Camden County Divorce Fees

Camden County uses the standard North Carolina fee schedule for divorce cases. Filing costs $225. Copies are $0.25 per page for uncertified copies. Certified copies cost $5.00 per document plus copy fees. Payment methods include cash, check, and money order. Credit and debit cards are accepted with a processing fee.

Service fees for serving divorce papers are separate. You can use the Camden County Sheriff, a private process server, or certified mail with return receipt. Each method has its own cost. Call the clerk at (252) 336-4000 to confirm current rates before you file in Camden County.

Filing for Divorce in Camden County

The process starts by filing a complaint at the clerk office. You pay the $225 fee. Under N.C.G.S. 50-8, one spouse must have lived in North Carolina for at least six months. File in the county where either spouse resides. If you live in Camden County, file at the courthouse in Camden.

Under N.C.G.S. 50-6, you must have been living apart for one year before filing. After the complaint is filed, the other spouse must be served. The final judgment of divorce ends the marriage and becomes part of the public record in Camden County. Property and alimony claims must be filed before that judgment or they are waived for good.

Camden County Court History

Camden County was formed in 1777 from Pasquotank County. It is named for Charles Pratt, Earl of Camden. The county seat is Camden. Historical divorce records are available from the clerk office. Camden County is one of the smaller counties in North Carolina, but it has a long court history.

The NC Vital Records office has divorce certificates from 1958 to the present. Pre-1958 divorce records must be obtained from the Camden County Clerk of Court. The clerk office maintains all historical court files for the county, making it the best source for older divorce records.

Note: The Guardian ad Litem program is available in Camden County for family court cases involving children.

What Camden Divorce Records Show

Divorce records in Camden County contain several types of court documents. The complaint for absolute divorce is filed first. It states the grounds and what the plaintiff wants. The answer comes from the other spouse. If there is a separation agreement, it shows what the parties agreed to about property, children, and support.

The final judgment of divorce is what most people need from Camden County. This court order ends the marriage. Certified copies are often required for name changes, property sales, or remarriage. You can get certified copies from the clerk office. A divorce record typically shows the names of both parties, the date of marriage and separation, grounds for the divorce, the filing date, and the date the judgment was entered. Camden County records are public under the North Carolina Public Records Act.

Legal Help in Camden County

Legal Aid of North Carolina serves Camden County residents who need help with divorce cases. They offer free legal assistance to people with low income. Call the helpline at (866) 219-5262 to check if you qualify. The North Carolina State Bar runs a lawyer referral service at 1-800-662-7660 for anyone who needs a family law attorney near Camden County.

The NC Judicial Branch at nccourts.gov has all the court forms you need to file for divorce, along with guides for self-represented litigants. You can download complaint forms, civil summons papers, and other documents. The Camden County courthouse also has jury service information and payment options for court fees available on the county page.

Note: Camden County is in Judicial District 1 along with several other northeastern North Carolina counties.