County Information for Eviction Filings

Information on where to file and get your complaint served to your tenant

 

Note: This information is provided by Alcove for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult a qualified real estate attorney for advice specific to your situation. Additionally, be sure to check your county's official website for the most up-to-date information on local eviction procedures. If you are a current Alcove landlord, feel free to contact Partner Support at partner@alcoverooms.com for more information or to request a legal recommendation.

This page provides information specific to our help article on what happens if a tenant does not pay rent.

County

Eviction Filing

Serving by Sheriff

North Carolina

Wake County NC

Online

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Durham County NC

Online

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Johnston County NC

Online

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Mecklenburg County NC

Online

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Guilford County NC

Online

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Forsyth County NC

Online

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Union County NC

Courthouse (Online starting October 14th, 2024)

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Gaston County NC

Courthouse (Online starting October 2025)

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Rowan County NC

Courthouse (Online starting October 2025)

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Cabarrus County NC

Courthouse (Online starting October 14th, 2024)

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Catawba County NC

Courthouse (Online starting October 2025)

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Cumberland County NC

Courthouse (Online starting October 14th, 2024)

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Orange County NC

Online

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Harnett County NC

Online

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Georgia

Fulton County GA

Clerk of Court 

In Person (Marshall’s Office)

Dekalb County GA

Courthouse-Clerk’s Office

In Person (Marshall’s Office

Bartow County GA

Online

In Person (Sheriff’s Office

Cobb County GA

Courthouse-Clerk of Court

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Gwinnett County GA

Online

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)

Douglas County GA

Online

In person (Sheriff’s Office)

Paulding County GA

Online

In Person (Clerk of Court)

South Carolina

York County SC

Courthouse - Link to form

In Person (Sheriff’s Office)