We Are Not a Government Office or Records Custodian. This privately run reference site cannot obtain a file, issue a certified copy, verify a residence, or remove database information. Contact the office responsible for the record instead. Call 911 for an emergency. Contact local law enforcement if someone is stalking or harassing you.
Where to Request a Record
Use the custodian that handles the New Hanover County record you need:
- Deeds, liens, assumed names, and marriage files: New Hanover County Register of Deeds, 320 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, 910-798-4530, weekdays; see New Hanover County public records
- Court, divorce, estate, and will files: Clerk of Superior Court, 316 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, 910-772-6600; use the New Hanover County court search
- Birth, death, and marriage certificates: Register of Deeds Vital Records, 910-798-7712; review New Hanover County vital records
- Voter lookups, reports, and maps: Board of Elections, 226 Government Center Drive, Wilmington, 910-798-7330, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; see voter registration records
- Government, school, property, and historical directories: start with New Hanover County people directories
- General county administrative files: use North Carolina Public Records Law, Chapter 132, only after confirming that a specialist office does not hold the record