Rockingham County Bankruptcy Records
Rockingham County bankruptcy records are filed through the Middle District of North Carolina in Greensboro. The county seat is Wentworth, and most residents search for bankruptcy filings tied to this area through the federal court system. Rockingham County has a population of about 93,000 people. Public records from bankruptcy cases can be found through PACER or by visiting the court in person. This page covers how to search Rockingham County bankruptcy records and what the filings contain.
Rockingham County Quick Facts
Federal Bankruptcy Court for Rockingham County
Bankruptcy cases in Rockingham County go through the Greensboro Division of the Middle District of North Carolina. The court office sits at 101 S. Edgeworth Street in Greensboro, NC 27401. This division handles all federal bankruptcy filings for Rockingham County residents. The Bankruptcy Clerk is Reid Wilcox. You can reach the court at 336-358-4000 during business hours.
The Greensboro Division also serves several other counties in the region. These include Alamance, Caswell, Guilford, Montgomery, Randolph, and Richmond counties. All bankruptcy petitions from Rockingham County are assigned to this division. Judges in Greensboro hear cases and hold 341 meetings of creditors for filers in Rockingham County. The court keeps records of every case, and most are open to the public under federal law.
Note: The Rockingham County Judicial Center at 170 NC 65 in Wentworth handles state court matters but does not process federal bankruptcy filings.
Searching Rockingham County Bankruptcy Filings
The main way to search bankruptcy records in Rockingham County is through PACER. This is the federal system for court records. PACER lets you look up cases by name, case number, or date range. You need an account to use it. There is a small fee per page viewed, but the first $30 each quarter is free.
You can also call the Voice Case Information System at 866-222-8029. VCIS gives basic case data over the phone at no charge. It works for Rockingham County bankruptcy filings and all other cases in the Middle District. You can check case status, filing dates, and trustee names through this service. The line runs all day and night.
The Rockingham County courts page on the NC Judicial Branch site provides links to state records. For local civil or special proceedings records, use the NC eCourts portal. This tool lets you search by party name or case number across all North Carolina state courts.
What Rockingham County Bankruptcy Records Show
Bankruptcy records for Rockingham County cases include a range of documents. The petition starts every case. It lists the debtor's name, address, and the type of bankruptcy filed. Schedules detail all assets, debts, income, and expenses. The means test form shows if the filer qualifies for Chapter 7 or must use Chapter 13.
A typical Rockingham County bankruptcy file also contains the following:
- List of all creditors and amounts owed
- Statement of financial affairs
- Proof of claim filings from creditors
- Trustee reports and distributions
- Discharge order or dismissal notice
Under 11 U.S.C. § 107, most bankruptcy papers are public. Anyone can view them. Some items like Social Security numbers are redacted. Tax returns filed with the court may be restricted. But the bulk of each Rockingham County bankruptcy case file is open for review by any member of the public who requests it.
The court image below shows the Middle District website where Rockingham County cases are managed. Visit the court site for local forms, filing rules, and contact details.
The site also has a public access terminal page and links to electronic case filing tools used by attorneys in Rockingham County.
Bankruptcy Filing Types in Rockingham County
Most Rockingham County bankruptcy cases fall under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Chapter 7 is a liquidation. It wipes out most unsecured debts in a few months. A trustee reviews the filer's assets. Property that is not exempt may be sold to pay creditors. Many Chapter 7 cases in Rockingham County are no-asset, meaning the filer keeps all their belongings.
Chapter 13 works differently. It sets up a repayment plan over three to five years. The filer makes monthly payments to a trustee, who distributes funds to creditors. Chapter 13 is common for Rockingham County residents who want to catch up on a mortgage or car loan while keeping their property. The plan must be confirmed by the court before payments begin.
Chapter 11 and Chapter 12 filings are less frequent. Chapter 11 covers business reorganizations. Chapter 12 applies to family farmers and fishermen. Both types create public records in the same Greensboro Division court that handles all Rockingham County bankruptcy matters.
Note: Each chapter creates a different set of records in the case file, but all are stored in the same federal court system for Rockingham County.
Online Access to Rockingham County Records
PACER is the main online tool for Rockingham County bankruptcy records. The system holds every filing from the Middle District going back decades. You can search by debtor name, case number, or date filed. Once you find a case, you can view the docket and download individual documents. Each page costs ten cents, capped at three dollars per document.
The NC Judicial Branch court records page provides guidance on state-level records access. While bankruptcy is federal, many Rockingham County residents also have state court matters that connect to their financial situation. The eCourts system is a good tool for those searches.
For historical records, the National Archives holds older federal court files. Cases from Rockingham County that closed many years ago may have been transferred to NARA storage. The Archives maintains bankruptcy records from all federal districts, including the Middle District of North Carolina.
Rockingham County Court Details
The table below lists key contact and location details for the court that handles Rockingham County bankruptcy cases. Use this information to reach the clerk, file records requests, or visit in person.
| Court |
U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Middle District of NC Greensboro Division 101 S. Edgeworth Street Greensboro, NC 27401 Phone: 336-358-4000 |
|---|---|
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | ncmb.uscourts.gov |
Rockingham County Records and the Clerk of Court
The Rockingham County Clerk of Superior Court handles state-level civil records at the courthouse in Wentworth. While this office does not manage bankruptcy cases, it does keep records that can relate to a person's financial history. Judgment liens from state court cases and property filings at the Rockingham County government office may connect to bankruptcy proceedings.
The North Carolina State Records site offers a guide to searching bankruptcy filings statewide. This resource includes background on how records are organized and what each type of filing contains. It can be a helpful starting point before using PACER or contacting the Middle District court directly about Rockingham County cases.
PACER provides direct access to the full docket for any Rockingham County bankruptcy filing in the Middle District.
Nearby Counties
These counties are near Rockingham County. If you are unsure where a case was filed, check the debtor's address. Bankruptcy is filed based on where the person lives at the time of filing.