Johnston County Phone Directory Lookup

Johnston County lies southeast of Raleigh with Smithfield as the county seat. About 215,000 people live in the county. The main number is 919-989-5100. This Johnston County phone directory covers the clerk of court, the sheriff, the Register of Deeds, and other key offices. Clayton, Smithfield, and Selma all fall under Johnston County government. Use this page to find direct lines for public offices. Most offices are in Smithfield on or near Johnston Street. The 919 area code covers the whole county.

Johnston County Public Records Access

Johnston County follows the NC Public Records Act under N.C.G.S. 132-1. All government records belong to the people. You can request court records, property records, vital records, business filings, tax data, voting records, and law enforcement files. Anyone can make a request no matter where they live.

The Johnston County public records portal gives details on what is available and how to get it. Online record search tools cover property records through the Register of Deeds. Fees for standard copies are $0.25 per page. Vital records cost $24 for the first copy and $15 for each additional one. Free inspection of records is available during business hours at the right office. The Johnston County phone directory lists the number for each office that handles specific record types.

Start with the main county number if you are not sure where to call.

Johnston County Sheriff Phone Numbers

The Johnston County Sheriff is at 120 S. Third Street, Smithfield, NC 27577. The main line is 919-989-5010. The Records Division handles incident and accident reports at the same number.

Concealed handgun permits go through 919-989-5010 ext. 1. The Detention Center is at 919-989-5040. Civil process services cover legal document delivery. Online inmate search and warrant inquiry tools are available on the Sheriff website. Animal Services is at 919-989-7601. This is one of the busiest numbers in the Johnston County phone directory.

Register of Deeds Phone Directory

The Johnston County Register of Deeds is at 207 East Johnston Street, Suite 209, Smithfield, NC 27577. Call 919-989-5160. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The office is closed on weekends and county holidays.

Services include recording legal documents, certified copies, marriage licenses, birth and death certificates, military discharge papers, notary commissions, and assumed business names. Online access covers digitized records from 1976 to the present. Payment is accepted by cash, checks, money orders, and credit cards. A public search area is available for in-person research during business hours. Proper ID is required for certified copies of vital records. Marriage licenses cost $60. Both parties must show up with valid ID. The Johnston County phone directory lists this as a key number for property and vital records.

Note: Digitized records before 1976 may not be available online, so call the office for older documents.

Johnston County Court Phone Directory

The Johnston County Clerk of Superior Court is at 207 East Johnston Street, Smithfield, NC 27577. The phone number is 919-209-5400. Hours run Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Court records include civil, criminal, traffic, estate, and special proceedings files. Public access terminals are open for case searches. Copy fees are $0.25 per page. Certification costs extra. The clerk manages estate administration services. Traffic citations can be paid online through the NC Courts website. Adoption records are confidential under state law. The Johnston County phone directory lists this number for all court questions. You can also search basic case information online at no cost through the NC Judicial Branch portal before calling the clerk office in Smithfield.

Finding Records in Johnston County

The Johnston County Sheriff Records Division at 919-989-5010 handles warrant checks during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. You can also call for basic warrant status by phone. Full legal name and date of birth are needed for an accurate search.

Online court records are available through the NC Judicial Branch portal at no cost. Inmate search tools are on the Sheriff website. Some warrant information may be confidential under state law. The Johnston County phone directory gives you the numbers to check on any of these records. If you need something that is not online, call the right office and ask about in-person access or a written request.

Note: The clerk and Register of Deeds share the same building at 207 East Johnston Street in Smithfield.

Tips for Using the Johnston County Phone Directory

All Johnston County numbers use the 919 area code. Dial the full 10 digits. Most offices open at 8:00 AM. The court opens at 8:30 AM. Call early for the shortest wait time. Have your name, case number, or property address ready before you call.

The Johnston County phone directory covers Clayton, Smithfield, Selma, and all other areas in the county. Every number listed here connects to a public government office. These are not private lines. Staff are available during business hours to help with records, services, and general questions. If you reach voicemail, leave a message with your name, phone number, and what you need. Most offices in Johnston County return calls within one business day. The Smithfield offices on Johnston Street are easy to reach by car and have parking nearby for in-person visits.

Cities in Johnston County

Johnston County includes several towns and cities. All county offices are in Smithfield.

Nearby Counties

Johnston County borders Wake County to the north. Check the link below for Wake County phone directory contacts.