Search Concord DUI Records
Concord DUI records are maintained by the Cabarrus County Clerk of Superior Court and the Concord Police Department. Concord is the county seat of Cabarrus County, located northeast of Charlotte. DWI court cases from Concord are tried at the Cabarrus County Courthouse on Union Street. The Concord Police Department files arrest reports and operates a P2C portal for public access. This page covers how to search for DUI records in Concord, where to get copies, and the resources available through city, county, and state agencies.
Concord DUI Quick Facts
Concord Police DUI Arrest Records
The Concord Police Department is located at 41 Cabarrus Avenue West, Concord, NC 28026. The Police Records Division can be reached at (704) 920-5052 for questions about DUI reports, accident records, and other police documentation. The Information Desk is available at (704) 920-5000 or (704) 920-5018 for general service questions.
When a Concord officer makes a DUI arrest, the incident report and arrest details are filed through the department's records system. Accident reports involving Concord Police can be requested in person at 41 Cabarrus Ave W. There is no charge for involved parties to get their reports. Insurance agents can obtain reports on behalf of clients by presenting an official request on company letterhead.
The Concord Police Department operates a Telephone Reporting Unit at 704-920-5000. The TRU accepts reports by phone Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. However, DUI incidents and traffic accidents cannot be reported by phone or online. They require direct officer response and investigation. The P2C portal at www.concordp2c.com provides online access to police reports and daily bulletins.
The department also provides public fingerprinting services on Tuesdays from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM and Thursdays from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM by appointment. Costs are $10 for one set, $15 for two sets, and $20 for three sets.
Note: Filing a false police report is a crime under N.C.G.S. 14-225, and the Concord Police Department will seek prosecution for false or misleading reports.
Cabarrus County DUI Court Records
All DUI cases from Concord go through the Cabarrus County Courthouse at 77 Union Street South, Concord, NC 28025. The courthouse phone number is (704) 262-5500. The email for court inquiries is Cabarrus.DAC@nccourts.org. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Cabarrus County Superior Court handles felony DWI cases and civil matters over $25,000. The District Court handles misdemeanor DWI charges, traffic violations, family law, and civil cases under $25,000. Most first-offense DUI cases in Concord start in District Court. Public access terminals at the courthouse let you search DUI records for free by defendant name, case number, or other criteria.
Copy fees for court records are $0.25 per page for standard copies and $3.00 per document for certified copies. Payment is accepted by cash, check, or money order. Mail requests should be sent to Cabarrus County Clerk of Superior Court, ATTN: Records Request, P.O. Box 70, Concord, NC 28026. Include a check or money order for fees.
The courthouse also provides e-filing through the NC eCourts system. This allows electronic submission of court documents and remote access to case information for DUI cases in Cabarrus County. Court calendars are available online through the NC Court System website.
Concord DUI Arrest and Inmate Records
The Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office is at 30 Corban Avenue SE, Concord, NC 28025, phone (704) 920-3000. The Sheriff's Office Records Division handles arrest records, incident reports, and background checks. The Records Division number is 704-920-3054. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The Cabarrus County Detention Facility is operated by the Sheriff's Office. Inmate information is available through the Cabarrus County P2C inmate search, which shows booking details, charges, and custody status. The Warrants Division maintains records of active warrants. The Sheriff's Office works with the Concord Police Department and Kannapolis Police Department on law enforcement across the county.
For public records requests to the Sheriff's Office, complete a request form with specific details about the records you need, including names, dates, and incident information. The Records Division aims to respond within 3 to 5 business days. More involved requests may take longer. Criminal background checks are available for a fee with valid ID.
DWI Laws in Concord
DWI charges in Concord follow G.S. 20-138.1. Driving while impaired is a crime on any road or public vehicular area. The legal blood alcohol limit is 0.08 for adults, 0.04 for commercial drivers, and zero tolerance for those under 21.
Sentencing follows the six-level framework in G.S. 20-179. Aggravating factors include prior DWI convictions, high blood alcohol, and causing accidents with injuries. Grossly aggravating factors push cases to Level Three or above. The pretrial civil revocation under G.S. 20-16.5 begins at the time of arrest and lasts 30 days. Refusing a breath or blood test triggers a separate revocation under G.S. 20-16.2.
Habitual DWI under G.S. 20-138.5 applies to drivers with three or more prior DWI convictions in ten years. This charge is a Class F felony. License restoration after a DWI conviction in Concord follows G.S. 20-19. Requirements may include a substance abuse assessment, treatment completion, payment of a restoration fee, and serving the full revocation period.
Getting Concord DUI Record Copies
For court records, visit the Cabarrus County Courthouse at 77 Union Street South during business hours. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Criminal record searches cost $25 per name. Free viewing is available on public access terminals. The NC Court Records Portal provides basic case data online.
For police reports, contact the Concord Police Records Division at (704) 920-5052 or visit 41 Cabarrus Avenue West. The Cabarrus County criminal records guide provides detailed information about record types, retention schedules, and access procedures. The NC SBI offers statewide criminal background checks for $14 per name-based search or $38 for fingerprint-based checks.
Free online resources for DUI record searches include the NC Court System Public Case Search, the Cabarrus County Sheriff's inmate search, and the North Carolina Sex Offender Registry. Criminal records in Cabarrus County are public under Chapter 132 of the NC General Statutes, with limited exceptions for sealed, expunged, and juvenile records.
Note: Felony DUI case files in Cabarrus County are retained permanently or for 20 years, while misdemeanor DUI files are kept for 5 to 10 years following case closure.
Cabarrus County DUI Records
Concord is the county seat of Cabarrus County. All DUI court cases from the city go through the Cabarrus County court system. The county also serves Kannapolis, Harrisburg, and other towns. For the full county guide on DUI record access, court fees, and contact information, visit the Cabarrus County DUI records page.