High Point Family Court Records
High Point family court records are filed at the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court in Greensboro. High Point is in Guilford County with about 115,000 residents. The city does not have its own family courthouse. All divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, and domestic violence cases for High Point go through the Guilford County courthouse in Greensboro. You can search High Point family court records online or visit the clerk office for copies of case documents.
High Point Quick Facts
Where High Point Residents File
High Point residents file all family court cases at the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court in Greensboro. The courthouse is about 18 miles northeast of High Point on South Eugene Street. High Point does not have its own family court. Guilford County serves both High Point and Greensboro along with every other municipality in the county.
| Court | Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 201 S. Eugene St Greensboro, NC 27401 |
| Phone | (336) 412-7500 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | nccourts.gov/locations/guilford-county |
Plan for the drive from High Point to Greensboro. The courthouse has nearby parking lots and street parking. Security screens all visitors. Bring a valid photo ID when you go to file or request family court records.
Search High Point Family Court Records
The NC eCourts portal is the best way to search High Point family court records without driving to Greensboro. The online system covers all Guilford County cases. Enter a name or case number. The portal shows party names, filing dates, and case status for free.
The portal does not show full documents. For copies, you need to go to the clerk office in Greensboro or call (336) 412-7500. Staff look up the case and make copies. Certified copies cost more than plain ones. You can also mail a written request with a check and return envelope. The eCourts page has more details on the online system for searching High Point family court records.
When searching, have this ready:
- Full name of at least one party
- Approximate filing year
- Case number if you have it
Types of Family Cases for High Point
The Guilford County district court handles all family law matters for High Point. These cases create records stored at the clerk office in Greensboro.
Divorce is the most common family court matter for High Point residents. Under N.C.G.S. 50-6, couples must live apart for one full year before filing. At least one spouse must have been a North Carolina resident for six months under N.C.G.S. 50-8. High Point residents file the complaint at the Guilford County courthouse. The complaint, answer, and final judgment all become part of the public file. Child custody cases set where children live and how parents share time. Child support records track court-ordered payment amounts.
Equitable distribution divides marital property under N.C.G.S. 50-20. Alimony records cover spousal support orders. Domestic violence cases under Chapter 50B produce protective order records. All these family court records for High Point residents are kept at the Guilford County clerk office.
Note: Equitable distribution and alimony claims must be filed before the divorce judgment is entered, or those rights are waived permanently.
High Point Family Court Filing Steps
High Point residents follow the same process as all Guilford County filers. You go to the courthouse in Greensboro to start. File a complaint or petition and pay the $225 fee. The clerk opens your case.
Next, serve the other party. Use the Guilford County Sheriff, a private process server, or certified mail with return receipt. After service, the court sets a hearing. Both sides can file motions. The judge hears the case and issues an order. That order becomes a public record under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132. Every step creates family court records stored at the Guilford County courthouse for High Point residents.
If you cannot afford the fee, file a Petition to Proceed as an Indigent. The court reviews your finances and decides if you qualify.
Legal Help for High Point Families
Legal Aid of North Carolina serves High Point and all of Guilford County. They provide free legal help to people who qualify by income. Services include advice, form help, and representation in family court cases.
The NC Courts divorce page has court forms and step-by-step guides. All forms are free. The Guilford County Bar has a lawyer referral service for High Point residents who need a family attorney. The NC Child Support Services office helps enforce support orders. For domestic violence, call the NC Hotline at 1-888-232-5308 at any time. Family Service of the Piedmont serves families in High Point and the broader Triad area with counseling and crisis support.
Guilford County Family Court Records
High Point is in Guilford County. All family court filings for High Point go through the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court in Greensboro. The county court serves both High Point and Greensboro. For the full county guide, fee schedules, and additional resources, visit the Guilford County family court records page.