Find Apex Family Court Records
Apex family court records are filed at the Wake County Clerk of Superior Court in Raleigh. Apex is a growing town in Wake County with about 73,000 residents. Since there is no courthouse in Apex, all family court cases go through the Wake County courthouse in downtown Raleigh. This includes divorce filings, child custody cases, child support orders, alimony claims, and domestic violence protective orders. Apex residents can search these records online or visit the clerk office in Raleigh to get copies of family court documents.
Apex Quick Facts
Where Apex Residents File
Apex residents file all family court cases at the Wake County Clerk of Superior Court in Raleigh. The courthouse is about 15 miles from Apex on Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh. Wake County is one of the busiest court systems in North Carolina, serving Raleigh, Cary, Apex, and many other towns. All family law matters for Apex go through this courthouse.
| Court | Wake County Clerk of Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 316 Fayetteville St Raleigh, NC 27601 |
| Phone | (919) 792-4000 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | nccourts.gov/locations/wake-county |
The courthouse is in the heart of downtown Raleigh. Paid parking is available at nearby garages. Bus routes from the GoRaleigh system serve the area. Bring a photo ID and pass through security at the entrance. Plan for extra time since the Wake County court is one of the busiest in the state.
Note: There is no courthouse in Apex itself, so all family court filings must be made at the Wake County courthouse in Raleigh.
Search Apex Family Court Records
You can search for family court records involving Apex residents through the NC eCourts portal. This free tool covers all of Wake County. Enter a name or case number to find case information. The portal shows filing dates, party names, and case status. Full documents are not available online.
For copies of court orders and other documents, you can visit the clerk in Raleigh or call (919) 792-4000. The eCourts page at the NC Courts site explains what the online system offers. Apex residents who need certified copies should plan a trip to the Raleigh courthouse or request them by mail.
The obtaining court records page walks through each method for getting family court records. You can request by mail, in person, or through the online system. Certified copies carry the court seal and cost more than plain copies.
Family Court Cases from Apex
Family court records for Apex residents cover all types of family law cases. The Wake County court handles a high volume of these cases each year. Divorce, custody, support, and protective orders all create records at the clerk office.
Divorce is the most filed family court case for Apex residents. North Carolina requires a one-year separation under N.C.G.S. § 50-6 before filing. At least one spouse must have lived in the state for six months per N.C.G.S. § 50-8. The filing fee is $225. The divorce file includes the complaint, service documents, motions, and the final judgment. If the couple divided property, the equitable distribution order under N.C.G.S. § 50-20 is also in the record.
Custody cases from Apex set out parenting time and decision-making rights. Support cases fix the amount one parent pays. Alimony records deal with spousal support. Domestic violence protective orders under Chapter 50B are also part of family court records. All these records are public under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132.
Legal Help for Apex Residents
Legal Aid of North Carolina serves Apex and all of Wake County. They offer free help to people who qualify based on income. Call (866) 219-5262 to check eligibility. Their staff can help with divorce, custody, support, and domestic violence cases.
The NC Courts family law page has all forms for family court cases. Apex residents can download them for free. The divorce help page has step-by-step guides for people who want to file on their own. The NC State Bar referral line at 1-800-662-7660 can connect you with a family law attorney who serves the Apex area.
The NC Child Support Services office handles support enforcement and payment tracking. Apex residents can call 1-800-992-9457 for questions about child support that go beyond the court file.
Wake County Family Court Records
Apex is in Wake County, and all family court filings go through the Wake County Clerk of Superior Court in Raleigh. The county court handles cases for Apex, Cary, Raleigh, and all other Wake County towns. For more on the county court system, fees, and resources, visit the Wake County page.