Hyde County Traffic Ticket Records

Hyde County traffic ticket records are maintained at the courthouse in Swan Quarter. This is one of the least populated counties in North Carolina, located on the coast along the Pamlico Sound. The Clerk of Superior Court handles all traffic cases for the county. Hyde County is part of Judicial District 2 and includes the Ocracoke Island area. The county also participates in the Holistic Hope Mental Health Diversion Program. Traffic ticket records are public and available to everyone.

Hyde County Court Clerk Information

The Hyde County Clerk of Superior Court is at 40 Oyster Creek Rd in Swan Quarter. The mailing address is PO Box 37, Swan Quarter, NC 27885. This small office handles all traffic ticket records for the county.

The Hyde County court page provides details about the clerk office and services.

Check this page for hours and directions before making the trip to Swan Quarter.

Hyde County is geographically large but sparsely populated. Getting to the courthouse can be a long drive. Swan Quarter is remote and not near any major highway. Plan ahead if you need to visit the clerk office for a traffic ticket. The ferry from Ocracoke to Swan Quarter is one way to reach the courthouse from the island.

The Hyde County courthouse serves as the only court building in the county.

All traffic ticket records for Hyde County are housed at this location.

Hyde County offers the Holistic Hope Mental Health Diversion Program. This program helps people with mental health challenges who come into contact with the court system. While not directly a traffic ticket program, it reflects the county's approach to court services.

Searching Hyde County Traffic Ticket Records

The NC eCourts portal covers Hyde County. Search by name or case number. The tool shows charges, court dates, and outcomes for Hyde County traffic ticket records. It is free for basic information.

The court date search shows scheduled hearings. Type your name to check for a pending Hyde County traffic case. This is especially useful since the courthouse is remote and hard to reach.

At the clerk office, staff search records and print copies. Bring ID. Copies cost $0.25 per page. Because of the remote location, online tools and mail requests may be more practical for many people seeking Hyde County traffic ticket records.

Note: Hyde County traffic court may not be held every week due to the small caseload, so verify your court date before traveling.

Hyde County Traffic Ticket Penalties and Payment

Traffic ticket convictions in Hyde County add points under N.C.G.S. § 20-16. The NC DMV tracks all points. Two for speeding. Three for a stop sign. Four for reckless driving under N.C.G.S. § 20-140. Twelve points in three years leads to suspension.

PayNCticket handles online payments for eligible Hyde County traffic tickets. Enter your citation number. The site takes card payments. At the courthouse, cash and cards work. No personal checks.

Under N.C.G.S. § 20-24.1, missing your court date adds a $200 fine and triggers license revocation. Given the difficulty of reaching Swan Quarter, paying online or by mail is often the best option for a Hyde County traffic ticket.

Public Access to Hyde County Traffic Ticket Records

All traffic ticket records in Hyde County are public under the North Carolina Public Records Act. Anyone may request copies. The clerk processes all requests at the office or by mail.

Send written requests to PO Box 37, Swan Quarter, NC 27885. Include the name and payment for copies. The NC Courts fees page has information about copy costs. The clerk will search Hyde County traffic ticket records and respond with what they find.

Nearby Counties

Hyde County is near these counties. Verify where your traffic ticket was filed before reaching out.