Rutherford County Courthouse

Rutherford County

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229 North Main Street, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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http://www.rutherfordcountync.gov/

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(828) 288-6100

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Hours:

at 2:30pm

Closes soon

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About visiting the probate court

About visiting the Rutherford County Courthouse

The term probate court is a common term loosely referring to the probate division located within a state or county courthouse. In the state of North Carolina, the Superior Court is the level of court responsible for overseeing matters related to probate court.

Rutherford County Courthouse is listed as a registered probate court within Rutherford County, North Carolina.

In most instances within North Carolina, there is at least one Superior Court courthouse location within each county. Sometimes a county may have multiple courthouses and may also have multiple probate court locations. Such is often the case in larger metropolis counties where population is dense or also in spread-out, rural counties, which may use a courthouse annex or satellite office system to accommodate nearby citizens with easier access in proximity or distance.

About visiting the probate court

Who to speak with when visiting the Rutherford County probate court

Upon visiting the Rutherford County Courthouse, look for signs or directions to the probate division within the main courthouse. Once you’ve located the probate division, make your way to any reception desks and ask to speak with a probate clerk or probate judge. The probate clerk at Rutherford County Courthouse may or may not require appointments based upon the busyness of the probate court, so it’s a great idea to call ahead.

Plan ahead to be early in case available parking is limited and be prepared for formal security measures upon entering the building, as courthouses are official state and federal property. This generally includes passing through metal detectors and allowing search of any belongings.

Many courthouses do not allow cell phones, so keep that in mind as your phone may need to be turned off upon entering the courthouse, or even left outside.

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About visiting the probate court

Call ahead before visiting the Rutherford County Courthouse

While Atticus works hard to keep this information up to date, certain details change from time-to-time with little or no communication. To help avoid any mishaps, it’s advised to call ahead to confirm the Rutherford County Courthouse is the best location to visit for your situation and that a probate clerk or judge will be present at the desired day and time.

When able, it’s always helpful to request an appointment with a probate clerk or probate judge prior to visiting any probate court location.

The phone number for the Rutherford County Courthouse is: (828) 288-6100

The hours of operation listed for the Rutherford County Courthouse are:

Monday:8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday:Closed

Sunday:Closed

Reviews

Reviews of the Rutherford County Courthouse

Monique Bailey

8 months ago

A speeding ticket IS STILL $60. However, you will pay a total of $125 for the cost of court. Unless you know all of this on the first court date, you have a continuance. Just pay up on the 2nd and don't speed .. No more.

Hunt Family

a year ago

Officials took part in the 2013 Multi billion trust & inheritance received by Towery "Tyree" Maurice Burris nickname J.B Hunt Jr. He was recognized as the beneficiary of the estate Trust of billionaire Johnny B Hunt founder of J.B. Hunt Transportation.The Trust involves Properties in the City of Rutherford. He eventually purchased First National Bank at 106 S. Lafayette st. Shelby NC Law enforcement & administration staff notified of Identity theft & home title deed fraud. 💲💲500K + Reward for property asset recovery

Theresa “Terry” Martin

12 months ago

I just had the greatest service today with the tax office. Their service was impeccable!!

jason nash

a year ago

Don't like picking up their phones

King Law

3 years ago

Staff is very knowledgeable and easy to work with. Always feel very safe and the facilities are clean.

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