Lookup Public Records in Rockingham County, North Carolina. Including Vital Birth and Death Records, Deeds, Probate, Property Records, Mortgages, Liens, Judgments, Marriage Licenses, Voter Registrar, Payroll, Military Discharges.
Rockingham County, North Carolina Overview
Rockingham County is located in the central region of North Carolina. Wentworth serves as the county seat. In 1785, a portion of Guilford County was used to create Rockingham County. It was named in honor of the 2nd Marquess of Rockingham, Charles Watson-Wentworth, who served as British Prime Minister from 1765 to 1766 and in 1782. The county’s total area is 573 square miles and its population, according to the 2010 census, is 93,643. The counties bordering the area are Pittsylvania County (VA) in the north, Caswell County in the east, Guilford County in the south, and Stokes County in the west. The zip codes are 27025, 27027, 27048, 27288, 27289, 27320, 27321, 27322, 27323, 27326, 27357, and 27375.
Rockingham County Officials Information
The Register of Deeds is responsible for the recording and preservation of real estate documents in Rockingham County such as Deeds, Deeds of Trust, and Powers of Attorney. In addition, the office issues notary oaths, records military discharges, and offers a real estate fraud detection service. Other services include accepting first-time passport applications, issuing marriage licenses, and maintaining vital records.
Register of Deeds Office:
Address: 170 NC 65, Suite 150, Reidsville, NC 27320
Phone: (336) 342-8820
Fax: (336) 342-6209
Anyone can access the records kept in the Register of Deeds office. A search of the land records can be performed online using the E-Vault. Copies of vital records such as birth certificates can also be requested in person or online. Another service offered by the office is the filing of an Assumed Name Certificate. The Register of Deeds also runs several programs for Veterans such as the “Thank You for Your Service” Discount Program and the “Vote In Honor of a Veteran” Program.
Rockingham Court Records Information
The Clerk of Superior Court is the custodian and manager of all court records in Rockingham County. Public access terminals are installed within the Clerk’s office to allow the public to search and view court documents. Requests for copies can be submitted to this office in person, via mail, or by calling (336) 634-6000.
Court Records Online:
| Rockingham, NC Genealogy and Ancestry Records | |
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| Source: U.S. Census Bureau, USA Counties Data File Downloads | |
| Total Ancestries Reported 2005-2009 | 84,891 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - United States or American - 2005-2009 | 13,753 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Arab - 2005-2009 | 57 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - British - 2005-2009 | 262 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Czech - 2005-2009 | 18 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Danish - 2005-2009 | 77 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Dutch - 2005-2009 | 1,059 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - English - 2005-2009 | 10,140 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - European - 2005-2009 | 1,283 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - French (except Basque) - 2005-2009 | 1,085 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - French Canadian - 2005-2009 | 52 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - German - 2005-2009 | 7,682 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Greek - 2005-2009 | 52 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Hungarian - 2005-2009 | 38 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Irish - 2005-2009 | 8,991 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Italian - 2005-2009 | 1,971 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Lithuanian - 2005-2009 | 13 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Norwegian - 2005-2009 | 147 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Polish - 2005-2009 | 507 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Portuguese - 2005-2009 | 31 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Russian - 2005-2009 | 176 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Scotch-Irish - 2005-2009 | 2,413 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Scottish - 2005-2009 | 2,093 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Slovak - 2005-2009 | 29 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Subsaharan African - 2005-2009 | 180 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Swedish - 2005-2009 | 414 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Swiss - 2005-2009 | 86 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Ukrainian - 2005-2009 | 20 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Welsh - 2005-2009 | 533 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - West Indian (excluding Hispanic groups) - 2005-2009 | 142 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Other Groups - 2005-2009 | 31,113 |
| Rockingham County Marriage License Office | |
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In order to obtain a marriage license in Rockingham County, the applicants must apply together, in person, at the County Clerk’s office. Both parties must present their state-issued picture ID, military ID, or passport, and know their social security number | |
| State Law: | Marriage … Powers and Liabilities of Married Persons – Ch. 52 & 52A and Uniform Premarital Agreement Act – Ch. 52B |
| All State Statutes: | Information is online at the State Website |
| Office: | Rockingham County Marriage License |
| Location: | Rockingham County Courthouse, 170, Nc 65, Suite 150, Wentworth, North Carolina, 27320 |
| Phone: | 336-342-8820 |
Rockingham Register of Deeds Office
County Government Office
Address: 170 NC-65 #150, Reidsville, NC 27320, United States
Phone: 336-342-8820