Lookup Hoke County DWI Records

Hoke County DUI records are filed at the courthouse in Raeford, in south-central North Carolina. The county is home to about 46,000 residents and sits next to Fort Bragg. Clerk of Superior Court Evelyn McLeod manages all DWI case files and court records for Hoke County. You can search DUI cases through the state eCourts portal or visit the clerk's office at 304 North Main Street. Public access terminals and staff support make it easy to find impaired driving records in Hoke County.

Hoke County Clerk and DUI Case Files

Evelyn McLeod is the elected Clerk of Superior Court for Hoke County. Her office stores all DUI records, DWI court files, criminal records, civil records, traffic records, and special proceedings. The Hoke County Clerk of the Court page lists services and contact details.

The Hoke County Courthouse is at 304 North Main Street, Raeford, NC 28376. The mailing address is P.O. Drawer 1569, Raeford, NC 28376. Both Superior Court and District Court operate from this single building. Call (910) 878-4100 during office hours for DUI record requests. The fax number is (910) 878-4101. Staff are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM to help with DWI case searches, certified copies, and background checks.

Hoke County is part of Judicial District 16A, sharing jurisdiction with Scotland County. The county's location next to Fort Bragg brings a large military population. This affects court caseloads, including DUI cases that may involve military personnel stationed nearby.

Searching Hoke County DUI Records

The eCourts portal is the fastest way to search DUI records in Hoke County. Enter a name or case number to find DWI case details. The portal runs 24 hours a day and is free to use. It shows charges, case status, and court dates for impaired driving records.

Public access terminals at the Hoke County Courthouse let you search DUI records at no cost. The terminals pull from the court's database and show case information. You can view or print results, though printing fees apply. For a deeper look at a DUI case, ask the clerk's staff to pull the physical file. They can search by name or case number and help you find what you need.

Businesses that need regular access to Hoke County DUI records can apply for the Remote Public Access program through the North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts. This fee-based service gives online real-time access or bulk data extracts of criminal court records. For one-time requests, visit the courthouse or use the Hoke County judicial branch page for step-by-step instructions.

Note: Call the clerk's office at (910) 878-4100 before visiting to confirm hours and what you need to bring for a DUI record search.

Hoke County DWI Background Checks

Get a certified criminal background check to see all DUI records in Hoke County. Fill out Form AOC-CR-314 and pay the $25 fee. Submit the form in person at the clerk's office or send it by mail to P.O. Drawer 1569, Raeford, NC 28376.

In-person payments accept credit cards, cash, money orders, and certified checks. Mail requests require money orders or certified checks. Personal checks are not accepted for DUI background checks. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days. For a statewide search, the North Carolina SBI charges $14 for a Right to Review check. The Hoke County Sheriff's Office provides fingerprinting by appointment Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The standard fingerprint fee is $10 plus any vendor fees.

DUI Laws and Hoke County Cases

DUI charges in Hoke County follow G.S. 20-138.1, the North Carolina Driving While Impaired statute. The BAC limit is 0.08 for most drivers. It drops to 0.04 for commercial drivers and 0.01 for those under age 21. Any DWI charge creates a record in Hoke County that stays on file unless expunged.

Most DUI cases go through District Court as misdemeanors. Felony DWI charges move to Superior Court. Sentencing follows G.S. 20-179 with six punishment levels. The judge weighs factors like prior convictions, BAC readings, and crash details. Level Five is the lightest penalty. Aggravated Level One can bring up to three years behind bars. Refusing a breath test triggers a 30-day license revocation under G.S. 20-16.2, the implied consent law.

Hoke County's court system works with local groups to offer legal clinics and workshops. These can help people understand DUI charges and the court process. The Hoke County Detention Center at (910) 875-5113 provides arrest records to the public during business hours, Monday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Hoke County DUI Record Resources

Key contacts for DUI-related matters in Hoke County include:

• Clerk of Superior Court: (910) 878-4100
• Sheriff Hubert Peterkin: (910) 875-5111
• Register of Deeds Camille Hurst: (910) 875-2035
• County Manager Tim Johnson: (910) 875-8751
• Detention Center: (910) 875-5113

Sheriff Hubert Peterkin's office maintains arrest records for all DUI cases in Hoke County. The office is on Edinborough Avenue in Raeford. Register of Deeds Camille Hurst keeps property records, marriage licenses, and vital records at 113 Campus Avenue. For questions about clearing a DUI from your record, contact the clerk's office about expunctions. Not all DWI convictions qualify for removal from Hoke County court records.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Hoke County. DUI records are kept in the county where the charge was filed. Check the arrest location to find the right clerk's office.