Tyrrell County Traffic Ticket Records

Tyrrell County traffic ticket records are managed by the Clerk of Superior Court in Columbia, North Carolina. Tyrrell County is the smallest county in the state by population with about 3,856 residents. The clerk office handles all traffic cases filed under Judicial District 2. Despite its small size, the county runs a full court system with District Court, Superior Court, and a magistrate. The courthouse at 403 Main St stores all traffic case files. This page covers how to search for and obtain traffic ticket records in Tyrrell County.

Tyrrell County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court in Tyrrell County keeps all traffic ticket records for the county. Staff process payments, store case files, and provide copies. They can help you find your traffic case or check your balance.

The Tyrrell County courthouse is at 403 Main St in Columbia. The mailing address is PO Box 406, Columbia, NC 27925. All traffic tickets issued on roads in Tyrrell County are filed at this courthouse. As the smallest county in North Carolina, the court handles a lower volume of cases, which often means faster service for record requests.

The Tyrrell County court page on the NC Judicial Branch site shows contact details and services.

Check this page for current hours before visiting the Tyrrell County clerk in Columbia.

Tyrrell County Court System

Tyrrell County has three levels of court. Each handles different types of cases. Traffic tickets go through District Court in most situations.

District Court in Tyrrell County handles misdemeanors, traffic tickets, and civil cases under $25,000. This is where most traffic ticket records are created. Superior Court handles felonies and civil cases over $25,000. The magistrate handles warrants and small claims under $10,000.

The image below shows the Tyrrell County courthouse building in Columbia.

All three court levels operate from this building in Tyrrell County.

If your traffic ticket involves a serious charge, it may go to Superior Court. Most speeding tickets, stop sign violations, and similar offenses stay in Tyrrell County District Court.

How to Find Traffic Ticket Records in Tyrrell County

You can search for traffic ticket records in Tyrrell County online or in person. The NC Courts eCourts portal lets you look up cases by name or citation number. Basic data is free. The system shows charges, dates, and case status.

The court date search tool helps you find pending hearings. Enter your name to see if you have a traffic court date in Tyrrell County. This tool is free.

For in-person searches, go to 403 Main St in Columbia. Bring your ID. Staff can pull up traffic ticket records quickly. Copies cost $0.25 per page. The small size of Tyrrell County means wait times are often short.

Paying Tyrrell County Traffic Tickets

Most waivable traffic tickets in Tyrrell County can be paid online. The state payNCticket system takes your citation number and processes payment by card. At the clerk office, cash, money orders, and cards are accepted.

Under N.C.G.S. § 20-24.1, failing to pay or appear for a traffic ticket in Tyrrell County leads to license revocation and a $200 extra fine. Pay on time. Paying counts as a guilty plea. The NC DMV adds points to your record after a conviction.

Note: Under N.C.G.S. § 20-16, getting 12 points in three years means license suspension. Think about your options before paying a Tyrrell County traffic ticket.

Tyrrell County Traffic Ticket Records Are Public

Traffic ticket records in Tyrrell County are public under the North Carolina Public Records Act. Anyone can view or request copies. The NC Judicial Branch explains the process.

Visit the clerk at 403 Main St or mail a request to PO Box 406, Columbia, NC 27925. Include the full name or case number. Copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost more.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Tyrrell County. Check which county issued your traffic ticket before searching.