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Register of Deeds
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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What is your address?
Our mailing address is Post Office Box
340, Windsor, North Carolina 27983 and
our physical address is 108 Dundee
Street, Windsor, North Carolina, 27983.
What are your hours of
operation?
Our Office ours are from 8:30 a.m.
through 5:00 p.m. Recording hours begin
at 8:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m.
Who can obtain information from
the Register of Deeds Office
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Director:
Annie F. Wilson
Phone:
(252) 794-5309
Fax:
(252) 794-5374
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Once a document has been recorded,
anyone may obtain copies by coming into
the office, writing or calling us with a
request. A fee of $.20 a page will be
required for purchase. The only
exception will be Military Discharges
(DD214). Military records are public
records with limited access.
What are the fees for recording?
Please refer to the
fee schedule or call our office at
(252)794-5309.
Are there special requirements
for recording Real Estate documents in
Bertie County?
Yes. On April 16th, 1991, the Bertie
County Board of Commissioners adopted a
resolution (N.C.G.S. Section 161-30)
regarding recordation of instruments
affecting Real Property in Bertie
County. (See Bertie
County Resolution)
How can I transfer names on a
Deed?
A new deed will need to be prepared. You
need to contact your Attorney for
additional information. After you have
signed the deed and your name has been
notarized, present the deed to this
office for recording. A fee will be
applicable. (Please see
fee schedule).
Can the Register of Deeds office
tell me who owns a particular piece of
property by an address?
No. Our records are by name only. To
find out this information, contact the
Bertie County Tax Assessor’s office at
(252) 794-5311.
Do I need an appointment to take
my Notary oath and what documents must I
present?
No appointment is required. All staff
members are capable to assist you with
your oath. You may bring you green
transmittal letter that you received
from the Secretary of State.
What are the earliest dates for
your records?
Our land/grant transactions start 1722.
Marriages records begin 1760 and Birth
and Death records start Oct. 1, 1913,
with the exception of some delayed birth
records.
How can I obtain a marriage,
birth, or death certificate?
If you were born, obtained a marriage
license or someone died in Bertie
County, you may obtain a copy/certified
copy providing you meet the
requirements. (Refer to
Vital Records)
Can I obtain a copy of my birth
certificate if I was not born in Bertie
County?
Yes. Bertie County Register of Deeds now
offers a service For Statewide Births.
This service is for individuals who were
born in any
county in North Carolina from
1971 forward. They are not available
online, must be purchased in the office
only. The cost for this service is
$24.00. (This fee is set by the State)
CASH ONLY.
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