FAQs • Carteret County, NC • CivicEngage

Do I have to give my name when reporting a crime?: No, we will attempt to investigate an anonymous crime tip, however, court decisions impose limitations on investigations based solely on anonymous tips. We recognize that you may not want to be identified by the people you are reporting. If you have concerns, request that your information be kept confidential or that deputies not contact you when they respond.

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Sheriff's Department

1. What hours is the Sheriff's Office open?: The Sheriff's Office Patrol operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Administrative and detectives primarily work weekdays during normal business hours. For more information, contact the Sheriff's Office.

2. Do I have to give my name when reporting a crime?: No, we will attempt to investigate an anonymous crime tip, however, court decisions impose limitations on investigations based solely on anonymous tips. We recognize that you may not want to be identified by the people you are reporting. If you have concerns, request that your information be kept confidential or that deputies not contact you when they respond.

3. Who should I call to complain about a law enforcement officer?: Carteret County Sheriff's Office has a procedure for investigating complaints about individual officers or office procedures in general. For incidents involving Sheriff's Office personnel or procedures, you can call the office at (252) 728-8400. For incidents involving other local law enforcement agencies, you should contact the agency in question directly.

4. My new job requires non-criminal fingerprinting, who do I call for information?: Call the Fingerprinting Non-Criminal Application Department at: (252) 728-8400.

5. Who would I call regarding Pistol Permit information?: Call the Carteret County Pistol Permit Specialist at: (252) 728-8400

6. How do I request extra patrols in my neighborhood?: Contact the Sheriff's Communications Center (252) 726-1911 for assistance in dealing with neighborhood problems, extra patrols, and vacation house checks.

7. Where can I obtain Fingerprint Live Scan services?: The Carteret County Sheriff's Office currently offers both Live Scan "inkless" fingerprinting technology and ink fingerprints. Live scan is the process used to digitally obtain and transmit fingerprints. This technology complies with all national standards and formats and can be used in place of inked cards, regardless of where the cards are being submitted.

8. Where may I drop off unwanted prescription drugs?: A secure drop box has been installed in the main lobby of the Sheriff's Office. For more information about safely disposing of unwanted prescription drugs, please visit our Prescription Drug Drop Box page.

9. How can I obtain a copy of a report?: Copies of crime reports can generally be obtained from the Carteret County Sheriff's Office Records Division. There may be a period of delay during the report preparation and review process, so please consider calling the office first to check on the availability of the report. The records division can be reached at (252) 728-8400.

10. How may I apply for a concealed weapons permit?: Applications for concealed weapons permits are processed by the Sheriff's Office. More information, including a downloadable application can be found here. Questions may be directed to (252) 5728-8400.

11. I am going on vacation and would like the Sheriff's Office to keep an eye on my home. Do you do that?: If you live in Carteret County, the Sheriff's Office will keep an eye on your house or property for you. Just call (252) 726-1911 and tell our dispatchers that you will be away and request special checks of your residence. Be prepared to provide the following information:
Departure date & time
Return date & time
Is your house alarmed?
Any vehicles in the driveway?
Are there any lights that will be left on or on timers?
Any animals in the house?
Anyone picking up mail/papers, mowing the lawn or with any other reason to be there?
Emergency contact number (must have keys to residence or homeowner)
We cannot guarantee we can watch your home every minute of every day, but we will do our best to protect your property.

12. I know someone that has a warrant on them. How do I turn them in and can I remain anonymous?: If you know someone that has a warrant on them, you may call the warrant division at (252) 728-8400, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. After hours, please call Carteret County dispatch at (252) 726-1911. Certain information cannot be given out to anyone other than the one named on the warrant.