Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
What is your address?
Our mailing address is P. O. Box 2039, Fayetteville, NC 28302. Our physical address is 117 Dick Street, Room 114 Fayetteville, NC 28301
Where is Register of Deeds located?
First floor room 114 for Vitals and room 117 for Real Estate
What are your hours of operation?
8:00 AM until 5:00 PM Monday – Friday, except for county observed holidays. Marriage Licenses are issued between the hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm.
What is the main number for Register of Deeds?
910-678-7775
How do I obtain general information about Register of Deeds?
Visit www.ccrod.org, call 910-678-7775, or email Andra Brewington at abrewington@cumberlandcountync.gov, Sheila Dail at sdail@cumberlandcountync.gov, or Kristian Johnson at kjohnson@cumberlandcountync.gov.
Contact Information
Who do I contact for Vital Records?
Call 910-678-7795 or email Regina Frazier at rfrazier@cumberlandcountync.gov
Who do I contact for Recording/Land Information?
Call910-678-7773 or email Brittany Riddle at briddle@cumberlandcountync.gov
Who do I contact for Indexing information?
Call 910-678-7719 or email Christy Tyndall at ctyndall@cumberlandcountync.gov.
Public Records
Can anyone access the information contained in the office of the Register of Deeds?
Yes. All information maintained in our office is public record, with the exception of military discharges.
Land & Recording Services
How can I obtain a copy of my deed?
You may come into our office and obtain a copy, you may search records online back to 1754, or you may request a copy by mail at P. O. Box 2039, Fayetteville, NC 28302. Fees for copies are $.25 per page for an uncertified copy and $5.00 for the first page and $2.00 for each additional page for a certified copy.
Does your office search titles?
No. North Carolina General Statutes strictly prohibit the staff of the Register of Deeds from performing title searches. The individual or a legal representative may perform the search.
Does your office accept Electronic Recordings?
Yes, for Land Records. Our office partners with Simplifile, CSC, and EPN. In order to e-record in Cumberland County you will need to be approved as a trusted submitter.
How can I transfer names on a deed?
You will need to have a new deed prepared. You should see an attorney for this service, unless you are familiar with drawing up legal documents. Once the document has been prepared, it is recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds. Recording fees are $26.00 for up to fifteen pages and $4.00 for each additional page as long as it conforms to the NC Statutory Conforming Standards. Excise tax is also paid at the time of recording in the amount of $2.00 per $1,000.00 of the purchase price.
What is the revenue or excise tax calculation on a deed?
• August 1, 1991 to present = $2.00 per $1,000 of the purchase price.
Can the Register of Deeds office tell me who owns a particular piece of property by an address?
No. Our records are indexed alphabetically by name. You may contact the Cumberland County Tax office, mapping section.
If I lose my original deed, how can I replace it?
The Register of Deeds is authorized by law to issue a certified copy of any document recorded in the public registry. You may refer to the Fee Schedule on our website at www.ccrod.org for copy costs.
How can I obtain a copy of a map or plat to my property?
Plats are available online through the Record Search at www.ccrod.org or you may come into our office to obtain a copy. Fees range from $.25 to $4.00 depending upon size.
Notary & Business Services
How do I obtain an initial appointment or reappointment form for my Notary Public?
All Notary Public forms are available on the Secretary of State’s website at www.sosnc.gov/notary. When the Secretary of State approves your Notary application, you will receive a notice instructing you to appear in the Register of Deeds office to take your oath of office. You must present a Valid Government Issued Picture ID that carries the same legal name as your notary oath sheet.
Do I need an appointment to take my notary oath?
No appointment is necessary.
How do I register a Business Name?
Forms are available in the Register of Deeds office or you can visit the NC Secretary of State’s website at www.sosnc.gov/forms. The recording fee is $26.00. You can also record the initial filing electronically through our website at www.ccrod.org for $26.00 plus a $15.00 processing fee.
Marriage Services
What steps do I take to get married?
Please refer to the Register of Deeds website at www.ccrod.org for all marriage license requirements.
Can I purchase my marriage license in Cumberland County, but get married in another county in North Carolina?
A license can be issued in any county and the marriage can occur anywhere within the state of North Carolina, however; the license must be returned to the county where issued. An ordained minister or a magistrate may perform the ceremony.
Whom can I speak with about a civil ceremony after I have obtained my marriage license?
You may contact the Magistrate’s office located at the Cumberland County Detention Center, 204 Gillespie Street, Fayetteville, NC (910) 475-3600. They are open 24 hours a day/7 days per week. No appointment is necessary. The exact fee is $50.00 – CASH.
After I’m married, how can I obtain a copy of my marriage certificate?
If your marriage license was obtained in Cumberland County, you may request a copy in person, by mail at P.O. Box 2039, Fayetteville, NC 28302 or through “Get Certificates Now” on our website at www.ccrod.org. The fee for a certified copy is $10.00. The online fee is $10.00 per copy plus a convenience and mailing fee. Please include the names of both parties to the marriage, the date of the marriage, your relationship to the parties on the certificate and your signature. Certified copies will be available within three business days upon the return of the original marriage license. You must show a valid government issued picture ID to purchase a certified copy.
How do I change my name after marriage?
You will need a certified copy of your marriage license for a name change on your driver’s license and your Social Security card. You will first present the certified copy to Social Security Administration located at 145 Rowan Street, Fayetteville, NC (corner of Rowan & Arch Streets in downtown Fayetteville). You will then need to go to the Division of Motor Vehicles with a certified copy in order to change your Driver’s license or State Identification Card.
Birth & Death Records
How can I obtain a copy of my birth certificate?
The Cumberland County Register of Deeds houses birth certificates for Cumberland County. You may request a copy in person, by mail at P. O. Box 2039, Fayetteville, NC 28302 or through “Get Certificate Now” on our website at www.ccrod.org. The fee for a certified copy is $10.00. The online fee is $10.00 per copy plus a convenience and mailing fee. Please include your name at birth, date of birth, parent’s names, your relationship to the party on the certificate, and your signature. We will process your request within two to three working days. You must show a valid government issued picture ID to purchase a certified copy.
If you were born in North Carolina, and were adopted, please contact the Vital Records section of our office at (910) 678-7795.
How do I amend my child’s name on the Birth Certificate?
Please contact the NC Vital Records at (919) 733-3000.
How do I add the father’s name to the child’s birth certificate?
Please contact our Vital Records Department at 910-678-7795.
How do I obtain a copy of a death certificate?
The Cumberland County Register of Deeds houses death certificates for Cumberland County. You may request a copy in person, by mail at P. O. Box 2039, Fayetteville, NC 28302 or through “Get Certificate Now” on our website at www.ccrod.org. The fee for a certified copy is $10.00. The online fee is $10.00 per copy plus a convenience and mailing fee. Please include decedent’s name, date of death, county of death, parent’s names, your relationship to the party on the certificate and your signature. We will process your request within two to three working days. You must show a valid government issued picture ID to purchase a certified copy.
Military Records
What is the benefit of having my military discharge recorded?
By having your military discharge or DD-214 papers recorded, you can ensure there will always be official documentation of your discharge on file. As you may move or change places of residence from time to time, official documents may become lost or misplaced. Recording them in our office always ensures that you have access to a certified copy. (A certified copy of your DD-214 is as good as an original). There is not a fee to record or receive a copy of a DD-214.You must show a valid government issued picture ID to obtain a certified copy.
Payments
What forms of payments are accepted?
Cash, checks and money orders are accepted by mail. Checks or money orders should be payable to the Cumberland County Register of Deeds. Cash, checks, money orders and credit cards (Visa, MasterCard and Discover) are accepted in our office. A minimum of $10.00 is required for a credit card transaction.
You must present a valid government issued picture ID to pay with a check and credit/debit card. The name on the ID and card must match.
Other Services
How do I obtain a copy of my divorce?
Contact number for Clerk of Court is (910) 475-3000 and choose option 3 for Civil Division.
You must present a valid government issued picture ID to pay with a check and credit/debit card. The name on the ID and card must match.