Montgomery County Traffic Ticket Records
Montgomery County traffic ticket records are managed by the Clerk of Superior Court in Troy, North Carolina. The clerk handles all traffic cases for Montgomery County District Court. Troy is the county seat and the home of the courthouse. Montgomery County joined the NC eCourts system on October 14, 2024, which means case records are now stored and searchable through the state's electronic portal. The county also has a Family Court program. This page explains how to access traffic ticket records in Montgomery County.
Montgomery County Quick Facts
Montgomery County Clerk of Superior Court
The Clerk of Superior Court maintains all traffic ticket records in Montgomery County. This office stores case files, takes payments, and provides copies. Staff can look up your case by name or citation number.
The courthouse is at 220 E. Main St in Troy. Montgomery County is part of Judicial District 28. All traffic cases from across the county go through this courthouse. The county is rural, and most traffic stops happen on state highways and local roads. The clerk office is open on weekdays. Since the county moved to eCourts in October 2024, many records are now in the electronic system and can be searched online.
The court page on the NC Judicial Branch website lists services for Montgomery County.
Check that page for hours, forms, and links to online court tools for Montgomery County.
| Court |
Montgomery County Clerk of Superior Court 220 E. Main St Troy, NC 27371 Phone: (910) 571-3700 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | nccourts.gov/locations/montgomery-county |
How to Search Traffic Ticket Records in Montgomery County
Montgomery County is on the eCourts system, so online searches are the fastest way to find traffic ticket records. You can also visit the courthouse in Troy for full file access.
Go to nccourts.gov/services and use the case search tool. Enter a name or case number. The system shows charges, court dates, and case status in real time. Basic data is free. For document copies, contact the clerk at (910) 571-3700.
The contact directory for Montgomery County provides phone numbers for different court offices.
Use this directory to reach the right person at the Montgomery County courthouse.
To search in person, go to 220 E. Main St in Troy. Bring your ID. Staff can look up your case and make copies. You can also check your court date online.
Paying a Montgomery County Traffic Ticket
If your charge is waivable, you can pay without a court date. The clerk can tell you if your ticket qualifies.
Payment options for Montgomery County traffic tickets:
- Online through the NC eCourts payment portal
- In person at the clerk office in Troy
- By mail with a money order or cashier's check
Online payments need your citation number and last name. The system takes cards. In-person payments accept cash, money orders, and cards. Mail payments go to 220 E. Main St, Troy, NC 27371. Include your case number. Unpaid fines lead to extra fees and possible license revocation under N.C.G.S. § 20-24.1.
Note: Montgomery County is a small county. The clerk office may have limited staff on certain days. Call ahead to confirm they can process your payment.
Traffic Court in Montgomery County
Traffic court is held at the courthouse in Troy. Your court date is on your ticket. Verify it at nccourts.gov/court-dates. If you miss your date, the judge enters a failure to appear order. That adds a $200 fine and can cause your license to be revoked.
On your court date in Montgomery County, you plead guilty, not guilty, or no contest. You can hire a lawyer. A reduced charge means fewer points on your driving record with the NC DMV. Under N.C.G.S. § 20-16, 12 points in three years leads to a suspension. Speeding carries two or three points. Reckless driving under N.C.G.S. § 20-140 carries four. The result goes into your traffic ticket record in Montgomery County.
Obtaining Montgomery County Traffic Ticket Records
Traffic ticket records in Montgomery County are public. Anyone can request copies. Standard copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost more.
Visit the clerk at 220 E. Main St in Troy or mail a request. Include the case number or full name on the ticket and a check or money order for fees. Since Montgomery County is on eCourts, basic case data is also available at nccourts.gov for free.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Montgomery County. Traffic ticket records are filed in the county where the citation was issued.