Lee County cases are heard at the Lee County Courthouse, 1400 South Horner Boulevard in Sanford, and prosecuted by the District Attorney for Prosecutorial District 12, which covers Harnett and Lee Counties. Our Raleigh office serves Lee County clients. Call (919) 925-4613. Phones and chat answered 24/7.
Lee County Criminal Defense and Family Lawyers
Charged with a crime or headed to family court in Lee County?
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Lee County court quick facts
| Courthouse | Lee County Courthouse, 1400 S Horner Blvd, Sanford, NC 27330. Main number (919) 718-6300. |
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| Hours | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday |
| Parking | Public parking off Courtland Drive or Elm Street |
| Prosecutor | District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 12 (Harnett and Lee Counties) |
| Court districts | Prosecutorial, Superior Court, and District Court District 12 |
| Our serving office | Raleigh office, 8024 Glenwood Ave, Suite 317 |
Check your exact court date and courtroom on the eCourts Portal. Courthouse details are from the North Carolina Judicial Branch and were current as of October 2026.
Going to court in Lee County
Public parking for the Lee County Courthouse is off Courtland Drive or Elm Street. The building has wheelchair access and vending machines, which helps on a long calendar day.
Traffic infractions and minor traffic offenses in Lee County can be handled in Administrative Traffic Court at the Horner Boulevard courthouse in Sanford. The session is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on your court date, and a lawyer can go instead of you. Officers do not attend and no trials take place, so pleading not guilty means a trial is scheduled for another day.
What happens after an arrest in Lee County
- Arrest and release. After an arrest by Sanford Police, the Lee County Sheriff, or the State Highway Patrol, a magistrate sets release conditions. Call us that day if the charge is DWI, because license deadlines start right away.
- First court date. Misdemeanor, DWI, and felony first appearances are set in Lee County District Court. Check the eCourts Portal for the courtroom.
- Negotiation with District 12. We review the reports, video, and lab work and negotiate with the District 12 prosecutors assigned to your case.
- Trial or Superior Court. Misdemeanors are tried before a District Court judge, with a right to appeal for a jury trial. Felonies move to Superior Court in Sanford after indictment.
If you or a family member was just arrested, call (919) 925-4613 now. Have the person’s full name, date of birth, and the charge from the paperwork ready.
Criminal charges we defend in Lee County
Family law in Lee County
Lee County family cases, including divorce, custody, child support, alimony, and equitable distribution, are filed in District Court. Contested custody cases generally go to the state custody mediation program before a judge decides them. Parents who share custody across Lee, Harnett, and Moore Counties should plan exchange locations and school routes with care. Equitable distribution claims must be filed before an absolute divorce is granted or they can be lost.
Your Lee County legal team
Lee County clients work with our Raleigh office team.
Where to find us
Martine Law, Raleigh office
8024 Glenwood Ave, Suite 317
Raleigh, NC 27612
(919) 925-4613, phones and chat answered 24/7
Lee County FAQs
How does Administrative Traffic Court work in Lee County?
Lee County holds Administrative Traffic Court at the courthouse, 1400 South Horner Boulevard in Sanford, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on your court date. You may appear any time in that window or send a lawyer. The officer is not present and no trials are held, so contesting a ticket means scheduling a trial.
Where do I park for court in Sanford?
The court lists public parking off Courtland Drive or Elm Street for the Lee County Courthouse at 1400 South Horner Boulevard. The building is wheelchair accessible. Arrive early so you have time to park, get through security, and find your courtroom before the calendar is called.
Who prosecutes criminal cases in Lee County?
The District Attorney for Prosecutorial District 12 prosecutes criminal cases in Lee County. District 12 also covers Harnett County. Each Sanford calendar is handled by an assistant district attorney from that office, and plea offers, deferred prosecution, and dismissals are worked out with that prosecutor. If no agreement makes sense, your lawyer prepares the case for trial.
Can a Raleigh lawyer handle my Lee County case?
Yes. North Carolina lawyers can appear in any county in the state, and Sanford is within driving distance of our Raleigh and Cary offices. Many first consultations happen by phone or video. Criminal defense: free consultation with our Director of Client Engagement. Family law: $50 consultation with our Director of Client Engagement. Full refund if you’re not satisfied, for any reason. What matters most is that your lawyer knows the Sanford courthouse and the District 12 prosecutors.
Nearby counties
We also serve these nearby counties: Harnett County, Chatham County, Wake County, Cumberland County.
See every county served by our Raleigh office.
This page provides general information about North Carolina law and local courts. It is not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Court locations, hours, and procedures change; confirm details with the court or with us. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.