The main purpose for establishing the Office of Register of Deeds was for convenience. A place was needed where people could come and register important documents and also obtain a copy of their vital records easily. The office was established not as a money making office but as a service. However, the Edgecombe County Register of Deeds is one of the few county government agencies that is almost self supporting through filing fees, marriage license, birth and marriage certificates, notary fees and copy charges. The earliest records in the Edgecombe County Register of Deeds Office date back to 1759 of land transfers.
Many people visit our office in search of their ancestry.
All vital records are issued by the Register of Deeds. If you were married, born or die in Edgecombe County, we have a copy of your record. You can meet some very nice and interesting people most any day. It is very gratifying to be able to help someone find their heritage. Please come visit us real soon.