Guilford County Traffic Ticket Records

Guilford County traffic ticket records are managed through two courthouse locations in Greensboro and High Point. This is one of the most populous counties in North Carolina. The Clerk of Superior Court handles traffic cases from both cities and all other towns in the county. Guilford County sits at the crossroads of Interstate 40, Interstate 85, and Interstate 73. Heavy traffic on these highways generates thousands of citations each year. The county is part of Judicial District 24. All traffic ticket records are public.

Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court

Guilford County has two courthouses that handle traffic ticket records. The main courthouse is in Greensboro at 201 S. Eugene St. The second is in High Point at 101 S. Main St. Your traffic case may be assigned to either location. Check your citation to see which courthouse handles your case.

The Guilford County court page shows details about both courthouse locations.

Review the court page to find which courthouse handles your Guilford County traffic ticket.

The Greensboro courthouse is the larger of the two locations. Most traffic cases from the northern and eastern parts of Guilford County are heard there. The High Point courthouse serves the southern and western areas. Both locations can access all Guilford County traffic ticket records in the system.

The contact directory for Guilford County lists phone numbers for different departments at both courthouses.

Call the right number to get help with your Guilford County traffic ticket.

How to Search Guilford County Traffic Ticket Records

The NC eCourts portal covers all Guilford County traffic ticket records from both courthouses. Search by name or case number. Results show the charge, assigned courthouse, court date, and case status.

Use the court date search to find your next hearing date in Guilford County. This tool shows pending cases at both the Greensboro and High Point locations. It is free and updated regularly.

At either courthouse, the clerk staff can search records and print copies. Bring ID. Copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost more. Make sure you go to the correct courthouse for your Guilford County traffic ticket hearing.

Note: Going to the wrong courthouse for your Guilford County traffic ticket can cause you to miss your court date, so always check your citation for the correct location.

Guilford County Traffic Ticket Points

Traffic ticket convictions in Guilford County add points to your driving record. The NC DMV manages the point system under N.C.G.S. § 20-16. Speeding earns two points. A stop sign violation earns three. Reckless driving under N.C.G.S. § 20-140 earns four.

Twelve points in three years results in license suspension. This total includes points from all counties, not just Guilford. Insurance rates usually go up after a traffic ticket conviction. Many Guilford County drivers hire an attorney to negotiate a lesser charge and avoid points on their record.

Paying Guilford County Traffic Tickets

PayNCticket handles online payments for eligible Guilford County traffic tickets. Enter your citation number. The site shows the fine and accepts cards. Not all tickets qualify.

At either courthouse, pay with cash or card. Personal checks are not accepted at Guilford County court. DWI charges under N.C.G.S. § 20-138.1 require a court appearance. For other serious violations, check if online payment is an option.

Under N.C.G.S. § 20-24.1, missing your court date in Guilford County adds a $200 fine and triggers license revocation. Pay or appear on time. The NC Courts traffic violations page has more information about traffic case rules.

Public Access to Guilford County Traffic Ticket Records

Traffic ticket records in Guilford County are public under the North Carolina Public Records Act. Anyone can request them. You do not need to be involved in the case. Both courthouses handle record requests.

Send written requests to the Greensboro courthouse at 201 S. Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401. Include the person's full name and payment for copies. The clerk will search Guilford County traffic ticket records and mail back what they find.

Nearby Counties

Guilford County borders these counties. Verify where your traffic ticket was filed before contacting a clerk office.