As an adult wishing to change your name, you must have two (2) Affidavits of Character from RESIDENTS OF MECKLENBURG COUNTY who ARE NOT RELATED to you. Each Affidavit MUST be notarized. Complete the Affidavit Regarding Outstanding Tax or Child Support Obligation by typing or printing neatly using black ink.
For divorce records from the year 1970 or later , please contact the Mecklenburg County Clerk of Court (704-686-0400).
Residents within Mecklenburg County can dial 311. If outside the county, please dial 704.336. 7600.
Request Public Records To make a request, please email PublicRecordsRequest@charlottenc or call the City Clerk's Office at 704.336. 2248.
Request Public Records To make a request, please email PublicRecordsRequest@charlottenc or call the City Clerk's Office at 704.336. 2248.
The Mecklenburg County Clerk of Superior Court Office is open to the public between the hours of a.m. and p.m., Monday through Friday. Access to public records is available onsite at the courthouse during operational hours.
Are North Carolina Divorce Records Available Online? Yes, online searches can be made on the websites or databases of courts, North Carolina Vital Records, and third-party organizations.
Marriage records can be requested from the Register of Deeds, while divorce records can be obtained from the County Clerk of Superior Court.
Resolving issues before divorce in North Carolina A separation agreement is a private, written, legally binding contract spelling out each spouse's rights and settling issues between spouses who have or intend to separate and/or divorce.