Yadkin County DUI Record Database
Yadkin County DUI records are kept by the Clerk of Superior Court at the courthouse in Yadkinville, North Carolina. The county is part of Judicial District 34, sharing this district with Wilkes and other northwestern counties. Beth Williams Holcomb serves as the Clerk of Court for Yadkin County. You can search DWI cases online through the state court portal or visit the clerk office to review impaired driving records. This page covers how to find, request, and get copies of DUI court records in Yadkin County.
Yadkin County Quick Facts
Yadkin County Courthouse DWI Records
The Yadkin County Courthouse is located at 101 S State Street in downtown Yadkinville. The building houses both Superior Court and District Court. The Yadkin County Register of Deeds office is also in the courthouse. The clerk office is open Monday through Friday during regular business hours. You can reach the clerk at (336) 679-3630 or (336) 679-3600.
The Yadkin County judicial page on the NC Judicial Branch site has court calendars, forms, and online services. Yadkin County participates in the Clerk Mediation Program, Family Financial Settlement Program, and Court-Ordered Arbitration through District 34. The courthouse page has location details and access information.
The Yadkin County Sheriff's Office at 201 E Cherry Street in Yadkinville handles courthouse security and assists with DUI-related warrants and court orders. Sheriff Nick Smitherman oversees law enforcement operations in the county.
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Yadkin County Clerk of Superior Court 101 S State Street PO Box 95 Yadkinville, NC 27055 Phone: (336) 679-3600 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | nccourts.gov/locations/yadkin-county |
Search Yadkin County DUI Case Records
You can search DUI records in Yadkin County online or in person. The NC eCourts portal lets you look up DWI cases by name or case number at no cost for basic data. Court calendars and schedules can also be searched at nccourts.gov/court-dates for upcoming DUI hearings in Yadkin County.
At the courthouse, public access terminals let you search DUI records during business hours. The Yadkin County contact directory has phone numbers for the clerk, judges at (336) 651-4416 for Superior Court and (336) 651-4412 for District Court, and the District Attorney for District 34.
To find a DUI case, you need:
- Full name of the person charged with DUI
- Date of birth or case number
- Year of the DWI offense
DUI Laws Affecting Yadkin County
North Carolina DUI law governs all impaired driving cases in Yadkin County. G.S. 20-138.1 makes driving while impaired a crime. The blood alcohol limit is 0.08 for most drivers. Commercial vehicle operators face a limit of 0.04.
DWI sentencing in Yadkin County follows G.S. 20-179. There are six levels of punishment. The court weighs aggravating and mitigating factors to decide the sentence. Prior DWI convictions and high blood alcohol readings are major aggravating factors. Level Five is the least severe with fines up to $200. Aggravated Level One is the most severe and can mean years in prison. Habitual DWI under G.S. 20-138.5 is a felony when a driver has three or more prior DWI convictions within ten years, with a minimum sentence of one year.
Under G.S. 20-16.2, refusing a chemical test in Yadkin County after a lawful DUI stop results in automatic license revocation for at least one year. This is separate from any criminal charges and happens through a civil proceeding.
Note: Family law matters including custody issues that sometimes arise from DUI arrests are handled through the Yadkin County District Court at the same courthouse.
Yadkin County DWI Background Checks
For a DUI background check in Yadkin County, contact the Clerk of Superior Court at (336) 679-3600. The NC Judicial Branch advises using the clerk office for background checks rather than the online Portal. Criminal record checks can be requested through the clerk, and certified copies of DUI records are available for a fee.
The clerk keeps records of all DWI charges, outcomes, and sentences. You need the person's full name and date of birth. For statewide DUI searches, the North Carolina SBI offers background check services. The Yadkin County clerk coordinates with other county offices on court matters. The Register of Deeds at the same courthouse handles property records and vital records separately.
Copies of Yadkin County DUI Records
The Yadkin County clerk provides certified and uncertified copies of DUI court documents. Certified copies carry the official court seal for legal purposes. Request copies in person at 101 S State Street or by mail at PO Box 95, Yadkinville, NC 27055.
DUI records in Yadkin County are public under North Carolina law. Anyone can request them. Copy fees vary by page count and certification level. The clerk office collects and tracks all court fees and payments. Call to confirm current copy fees before your visit. Yadkin County records go back to the county's founding, and the clerk maintains them for both current use and historical reference.
DUI License Penalties in Yadkin County
A DUI conviction in Yadkin County results in license revocation under G.S. 20-19. A first offense brings one year. A second within three years brings four years. Third and later offenses mean permanent revocation with possible restoration after a set time.
Limited driving privileges under G.S. 20-16.5 may let some Yadkin County DWI offenders drive for work, school, or medical needs. You need court approval, proof of insurance, and possibly an ignition interlock device. The Yadkin County District Court handles DWI cases and privilege requests. The Sheriff's Office works with attorneys on serving legal papers and executing DUI-related court orders.
Note: Local legal representation in Yadkin County can provide advantages through familiarity with courthouse procedures and court staff in DUI cases.
Yadkin County DUI Legal Resources
Legal Aid of North Carolina offers free legal help to Yadkin County residents who qualify. Call (866) 219-5262. The State Bar referral service at 1-800-662-7660 can match you with DWI attorneys in northwestern North Carolina. The NC Judicial Branch has court forms, record guides, and filing instructions online.
For DUI expungement information, see the expungement page on the NC Judicial Branch site. Court-Ordered Arbitration is available in Yadkin County through the District 34 program for some types of cases. The clerk office provides local rules and forms to guide you through DUI court procedures.
Nearby Counties
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