Edgecombe County Bankruptcy Records
Edgecombe County bankruptcy records are maintained by the federal court system in North Carolina. The county seat is Tarboro, and Edgecombe County falls under the Eastern District of North Carolina, Wilson Division. Anyone can search for bankruptcy filings through PACER or visit the court to use free public terminals. The Edgecombe County Clerk of Superior Court manages state court records and can guide you to the right office. This page explains how to search for and obtain bankruptcy records in Edgecombe County.
Edgecombe County Quick Facts
Edgecombe County Federal Bankruptcy Court
All bankruptcy cases for Edgecombe County go through the Eastern District of North Carolina Bankruptcy Court. The Wilson Division serves this area. The Eastern District maintains offices in Raleigh, Greenville, Wilmington, New Bern, Elizabeth City, and Wilson. The main mailing address is P.O. Box 791, Raleigh, NC 27602. Phone: 919-856-4752.
The court processes Chapter 7, Chapter 11, Chapter 12, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases for Edgecombe County residents. Public access terminals at each division office let you search case records for free. You can also use PACER to access Edgecombe County bankruptcy records online. PACER has records for cases filed on or after December 1, 2003. Older records may need to be requested directly from the clerk.
The Edgecombe County Clerk of Superior Court at 301 Saint Andrew Street, Tarboro, NC 27886, handles state court records. Phone: (252) 823-2000. This office does not hold federal bankruptcy files. Public terminals there cover state cases only.
| Court |
U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Eastern District of NC Wilson Division P.O. Box 791, Raleigh, NC 27602 Phone: (919) 856-4752 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | nceb.uscourts.gov |
How to Look Up Edgecombe County Bankruptcy Cases
PACER is the primary way to search for Edgecombe County bankruptcy records online. Create a free account at pacer.uscourts.gov. Search the Eastern District of North Carolina by debtor name or case number. The system shows docket entries, filed documents, and case status. Fees are $0.10 per page, capped at $3.00 per document.
Call the Voice Case Information System at 866-222-8029 for free case updates by phone. Have the case number ready. This line covers all Eastern District cases, including Edgecombe County filings. For older records not in the electronic system, contact the clerk or check with the National Archives.
The NC eCourts portal covers state court records for Edgecombe County but does not include federal bankruptcy filings. Use it for civil judgments or other state matters that may relate to a bankruptcy case.
What Edgecombe County Bankruptcy Records Contain
Bankruptcy records from Edgecombe County follow a standard format. The petition is the first document. It shows the debtor's name, address, and which bankruptcy chapter was filed. Schedules list all assets, debts, income, and monthly expenses. The statement of financial affairs covers the debtor's financial activity over recent years.
Under 11 U.S.C. § 107, these records are public. Anyone can view them. Social Security numbers are redacted from public copies. The file also includes the trustee's report, creditor claims, and the discharge order or dismissal. All of these stay in the court system after the Edgecombe County case closes.
A typical Edgecombe County bankruptcy record includes:
- Debtor name and address
- Case number and chapter type
- Creditor list and claim amounts
- Asset and income schedules
- Discharge or dismissal order
Note: Edgecombe County property liens tied to a bankruptcy case may also appear in the Register of Deeds records at 110 Court Street, Tarboro.
Edgecombe County Government and Local Records
The Edgecombe County government website provides county service information. The county administration is at 201 Saint Andrew Street, Tarboro, 4th Floor, Room 402. The Edgecombe County Register of Deeds at 110 Court Street, Tarboro, NC 27886, phone (252) 823-2114, maintains real estate records, UCC filings, and other recorded documents. These can tie into bankruptcy cases involving Edgecombe County property.
Recording fees follow North Carolina standard rates. The office has records going back to the county's formation. Certified copies are available on request. The NC Courts records page gives general guidance on accessing various types of court records in the state. For federal bankruptcy records specifically, use PACER or contact the Eastern District court directly.
Nearby Counties
These counties are close to Edgecombe County. Bankruptcy filings are based on the debtor's address. Check which county and division apply before starting your search.