Martin County Bankruptcy Records
Martin County bankruptcy records are processed through the Eastern District of North Carolina Bankruptcy Court. The Greenville Division serves Martin County, handling cases from Williamston and the surrounding area. You can search these records through federal online tools or by phone at no cost. Martin County was formed in 1774 and sits in the northeastern part of the state. Bankruptcy filings from Martin County are public records open to anyone who wants to view them.
Martin County Quick Facts
Federal Court for Martin County Bankruptcy Cases
The Eastern District of North Carolina Bankruptcy Court manages all federal bankruptcy filings from Martin County. The Greenville Division office is at 150 Reade Circle, Greenville, NC 27858. All mail goes to P.O. Box 791, Raleigh, NC 27602. The court phone is 919-856-4752.
Each bankruptcy case filed in Martin County goes to this court. The clerk assigns a case number and sets the process in motion. A trustee takes charge of the case. All documents that get filed become part of the public record. This includes the original petition, the schedules of assets and debts, motions, and the final order. You can view Martin County cases at the Greenville office using the free public terminal.
The Greenville Division serves several northeastern North Carolina counties. Martin County residents must file here for any type of bankruptcy, whether Chapter 7, Chapter 13, or Chapter 11.
| Court |
Eastern District of NC Bankruptcy Court Greenville Division 150 Reade Circle Greenville, NC 27858 Phone: 919-856-4752 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Website | nceb.uscourts.gov |
How to Look Up Martin County Bankruptcy Records
PACER is the best online tool for finding Martin County bankruptcy records. Create a free account and search the Eastern District by name, case number, or date. New filings show up within a day. You can pull up full docket sheets, motions, and orders for any Martin County case.
The fees on PACER are low. You pay $0.10 per page, with each document capped at $3.00. If your total for the quarter stays under $30, you owe nothing. For many people searching Martin County records, the cost is zero.
You can also call VCIS at 866-222-8029 for free case information. This phone system works around the clock. Pick the Eastern District and enter the debtor's name or case number. The system tells you the filing date, chapter, trustee, attorney, and case status for Martin County bankruptcy cases.
Note: PACER and VCIS are federal systems that work for all Martin County bankruptcy cases in the Eastern District.
Martin County Bankruptcy Filing Contents
A Martin County bankruptcy record holds many documents. The petition names the debtor and states the chapter of bankruptcy. The schedules break down every asset, every debt, and all income and expenses. Creditors file claims to show what they are owed.
Key items in a Martin County bankruptcy case file include:
- Voluntary petition with debtor details
- Complete schedules of debts and assets
- Statement of financial affairs
- Notice of the 341 meeting of creditors
- Trustee reports and final accounting
Under 11 U.S.C. § 107, all of these documents are public records. Anyone can view them. Some personal data is redacted, but the core information about the case is open to the public. This applies to every Martin County bankruptcy filed in the Eastern District.
Martin County Local Government Records
The Martin County Clerk of Superior Court at 305 E. Main Street in Williamston handles state court records. Phone: (252) 809-5100. The office maintains civil, criminal, and estate case files. These are separate from federal bankruptcy records but can be useful for related research in Martin County.
The Martin County government website provides details on county services. The Register of Deeds at (252) 809-5155 maintains property records dating back to 1774. Bankruptcy-related property liens and deed transfers are recorded at this office. The NC eCourts portal covers state court cases in Martin County but not federal bankruptcy records.
For older Martin County cases not in the active system, the National Archives stores historical federal court records. Contact them for cases closed many years ago. The North Carolina State Records site offers general guidance on finding bankruptcy records across the state.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Martin County. Verify the debtor's home address to search the correct county for bankruptcy filings.