Active Warrant Search in Guilford County, North Carolina
Warrants are public records under the North Carolina Public Records Law (G.S. § 132-1). As such, active warrant searches may be conducted in person, by mail, by phone, or by e-mail with the sheriff’s office (warrant squad) or the Greensboro or High Point Magistrate’s Office. Search criteria typically include name, case number, or date of birth. The most wanted list may also be searched for individuals who have active warrants.
| Agency / Resource | Purpose | Search Methods | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford County Sheriff’s Office | Maintains and serves warrants | Phone, in person | No online lookup availability |
| Greensboro Magistrate’s Office | Issue and maintain warrants | Phone, in person | Limited to returned warrants (G.S. 132-1.4) |
| High Point Magistrate’s Office | Issue and maintain warrants | Phone, in person | Limited to returned warrants (G.S. 132-1.4) |
| Guilford Most Wanted List | List of persons wanted by the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office | Online | List arrest warrant details for each wanted person |