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Wake County Courthouse and Law Enforcement Center

Should you be arrested for any misdemeanor charge or felony offense in Wake County, including DUI/DWI or drug possession, you face jail time and stiff fines. Your case could be heard at the Wake County Courthouse.

(919) 239-8448

Wake County Law Enforcement Centers

The Wake County John H. Baker, Jr., Public Safety Center located at 330 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC 27601, is a next-door neighbor to the Wake County Courthouse. It houses one of the Sheriff’s detention centers, the County Emergency Medical Services Offices, the Fire/Rescue, the City-County Bureau of Identification and the Wake County Sheriff’s Business and Detention Office.

The Wake County Sheriff’s Office Detention Division manages three detention facilities that house adult detainees in Wake County. Both the Wake County Detention Annex and the Wake County Detention Center are located on Hammond Road, while the third facility is located at the John H. Baker, Jr., Public Safety Center at 330 South Salisbury Street in downtown Raleigh. Together, the three County facilities have a total capacity of 1,312 beds for detainees. About 400 staff members provide health care, security, and supervision services for the detainee population. Visitation is limited to one visit for 45 minutes every other week except for the detainee’s attorney.

Wake County Courthouse Information

The Wake County Courthouse Main Campus is located at 335 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC 27601. Parking for the facility is in a 9-story complex at 216 W. Cabarrus St., on the corners of Davie, McDowell, and Cabarrus streets.

The Civil Division of the Wake County Courthouse Clerk’s office Superior Court handles matters involving lawsuits over $10,000, and Small Claims matters under $5,000. The Wake County Courthouse Civil section takes care of all Domestic Relations lawsuits including child support, domestic violence, custody, equitable distribution of property, and alimony.

On the criminal side, the Superior Court of Wake County has original jurisdiction in all felony cases and in some misdemeanor cases. Most misdemeanors are tried first in the District Court, from which a jury may appeal a conviction to the Superior Court for trial de novo. Both criminal and civil cases in superior court are tried before a twelve-person jury.

Contact Our Wake County Criminal Defense Attorneys Today

Coolidge Law Firm team of Wake County works to secure positive outcomes for clients charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes, including: traffic offenses; theft/property crimes; drunk driving (DUI/DWI); drug crimes; violent crimes; domestic violence; sex crimes; probation or parole violations; habitual felon status representation; and expungement actions.

To schedule a free consultation, call (919) 239-8448 or fill out the form below. Coolidge Law Firm in Raleigh, NC (Wake County) is here to fight for your rights in your dealings at the Wake County Courthouse.

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Client Testimonials

I can not say enough good about David Coolidge and the Law Firm! From the moment of our 1st interaction, I could tell that David TRULY cares and has a passion about the cases he takes on. I was anxious and nervous about my case from the beginning. David immediately showed his support and listened with an empathetic ear. From that moment on, I felt as though I knew I could trust him to put his whole heart into helping me with my case. He is intelligent, kind and completely nonjudgmental. He will listen to you and is so very supportive. I really felt, and still do, that he really cared about helping me. His passion for his work and in helping others shines. We VERY HAPPILY, had a GREAT outcome from the case and I could not be happier. As I told him when we left the court room that morning... “David, you have changed my life forever”. I would recommend David and this Law Firm to EVERYONE who is reading this review.

- Brian L.
David Coolidge is a wonderful attorney! I hired him twice for two different cases that I had which were only 2 months apart. He's very thorough and efficient. I was even able to reach him after hours through phone calls, texts, and email. Hopefully I never need his services again but if I am in a similar predicament I would most definitely hire David again.

- Tiffany C.
Excellent Customer Service. I had a Speeding ticket and they resolved it positively with no points on my Driver License. They represented me in Court and by midday on the Court date, they had updated me on the outcome. Very efficient service. I highly recommend them if you are in need of Legal Services.

- Stephen O.
I got a speeding ticket for going 17 over. They sent me a letter in the mail explaining that I could plead improper equipment and get no points on my insurance or license. They even gave me the fees straight out on the letter including court costs. They represented me and made the ticket go away.

- David G.
I cannot say enough about Attorney Coolidge and his staff. He’s handed several matters for me and in every instance he has exceeded my expectations. He even answered a frantic call from me on a Saturday night. I called in desperation not really expecting an answer. Mr. Coolidge delivered on all that he promised and more. I highly recommend.

- Craig S.

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I can not say enough good about David Coolidge and the Law Firm! From the moment of our 1st interaction, I could tell that David TRULY cares and has a passion about the cases he takes on. I was anxious and nervous about my case from the beginning. David immediately showed his support and listened with an empathetic ear. From that moment on, I felt as though I knew I could trust him to put his whole heart into helping me with my case. He is intelligent, kind and completely nonjudgmental. He will listen to you and is so very supportive. I really felt, and still do, that he really cared about helping me. His passion for his work and in helping others shines. We VERY HAPPILY, had a GREAT outcome from the case and I could not be happier. As I told him when we left the court room that morning... “David, you have changed my life forever”. I would recommend David and this Law Firm to EVERYONE who is reading this review.

- Brian L.

David Coolidge is a wonderful attorney! I hired him twice for two different cases that I had which were only 2 months apart. He's very thorough and efficient. I was even able to reach him after hours through phone calls, texts, and email. Hopefully I never need his services again but if I am in a similar predicament I would most definitely hire David again.

- Tiffany C.

Excellent Customer Service. I had a Speeding ticket and they resolved it positively with no points on my Driver License. They represented me in Court and by midday on the Court date, they had updated me on the outcome. Very efficient service. I highly recommend them if you are in need of Legal Services.

- Stephen O.

I got a speeding ticket for going 17 over. They sent me a letter in the mail explaining that I could plead improper equipment and get no points on my insurance or license. They even gave me the fees straight out on the letter including court costs. They represented me and made the ticket go away.

- David G.

I cannot say enough about Attorney Coolidge and his staff. He’s handed several matters for me and in every instance he has exceeded my expectations. He even answered a frantic call from me on a Saturday night. I called in desperation not really expecting an answer. Mr. Coolidge delivered on all that he promised and more. I highly recommend.

- Craig S.