Richmond County Bankruptcy Records

Richmond County bankruptcy records are handled by the Greensboro Division of the Middle District of North Carolina. Rockingham is the county seat, established in 1774. Richmond County was created in 1779 and named for Charles Lennox, Duke of Richmond. All bankruptcy filings from Richmond County go to the federal court in Greensboro. You can search for these records through PACER online or visit the court in person. Every petition, schedule, and court order is part of the public record.

Greensboro Division Court for Richmond County

Richmond County is part of the Middle District of North Carolina Bankruptcy Court, Greensboro Division. The court is at 101 South Edgeworth Street, Greensboro, NC 27401. Phone: (336) 358-4000. All Richmond County bankruptcy petitions are filed here.

The Greensboro Division covers seven counties: Alamance, Caswell, Guilford, Montgomery, Randolph, Richmond, and Rockingham. Public access terminals at the court let you search Richmond County bankruptcy records for free. Staff can help with searches by name or case number. The clerk's office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and closed on federal holidays.

The Richmond County Clerk of Superior Court is at 105 W. Franklin Street in Rockingham. Phone: (910) 417-3000. This office handles state court records for Richmond County. Federal bankruptcy cases are separate and managed by the Greensboro Division.

Search Richmond County Bankruptcy Records Online

Use PACER to find Richmond County bankruptcy records online. Register for a free account and choose the Middle District of North Carolina. Search by debtor name, case number, or filing date. The cost is $0.10 per page with a $3.00 cap per document. Fees are waived when quarterly charges stay at $30 or less.

The NC eCourts portal covers Richmond County state court records. You can search civil and criminal case details. Federal bankruptcy records are not included. Use PACER for all Richmond County bankruptcy case searches.

In-person access is available at the Greensboro court. Public terminals let you search free of charge. Bring your ID and any details you have about the case.

Note: The Middle District offers email support for electronic filing and PACER questions at CMECFhelp@ncmb.uscourts.gov.

What Richmond County Bankruptcy Records Contain

Each Richmond County bankruptcy case file holds standard documents. The petition starts the case. It names the debtor and the chapter filed. Schedules show all assets, debts, income, and expenses. The statement of financial affairs covers the debtor's recent financial activity in detail.

Other records in a Richmond County file include the creditors list, meeting of creditors notice, proofs of claim, and motions. Chapter 13 cases include a repayment plan. The discharge order releases the debtor from covered debts when the case closes. Under 11 U.S.C. Section 107, these Richmond County records are open to the public. Some personal details are redacted to protect privacy.

• Petition with debtor name and chapter type
• Schedules of assets, debts, income, and expenses
• Meeting of creditors notice and proofs of claim
• Repayment plan for Chapter 13 filings
• Discharge or dismissal order

Richmond County Government and Property Records

The Richmond County government website connects you with local offices. The Register of Deeds at 125 S. Hancock Street in Rockingham maintains property records. Phone: (910) 997-8250. The office records deeds, mortgages, and instruments that affect real estate in Richmond County.

When a Richmond County bankruptcy case involves property, the trustee deed is filed at the Register of Deeds. Lien releases from discharged debts also go here. These records create a local trail of the federal court action. The Register of Deeds can provide copies of any recorded document.

Note: The Richmond County Register of Deeds office is separate from the courthouse but located nearby in downtown Rockingham.

Archived Richmond County Bankruptcy Cases

PACER holds Richmond County bankruptcy records filed after December 2003. Older cases need a written request to the Middle District clerk. The search fee is $30.00, with copies at $0.50 per page. Write to 101 South Edgeworth Street, Greensboro, NC 27401.

The National Archives stores historical federal court records. Very old Richmond County bankruptcy filings may be in their collection. The North Carolina state records portal can help you locate the right office for older Richmond County case files. Given that Richmond County dates to 1779, some historical records may go back quite far.

Richmond County Court Information

Contact details for Richmond County bankruptcy records are listed below.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Richmond County or are nearby. Check which federal district covers your area before searching for bankruptcy records.