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Selma Town Police Department
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Selma Town City Clerk
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Local profile
Selma Town at a glance
- County
- Johnston County
- County seat
- Smithfield
- Population
- 6,317
- Johnston County population
- 215,999
- Local records
- Johnston County offices
- ZIP codes
- 27577, 27576
About Selma Town public records
Meetings are conducted at the Selma Town Hall, located at 114 N. Raiford Street, Selma, NC 27576. The registration deadline falls 25 days before each election, and applicants need a North Carolina driver's license or DMV-issued ID card to complete the process. Municipal elections for mayor and city council take place in the town, with the next round scheduled for November 2023. Candidate information becomes available through the Johnston County Board of Elections website as races approach. Residents unsure of their polling location can look it up on the state website at https://vt.ncsbe.gov/PPLkup/. The November 2026 election will feature contests for mayor and city council, along with county-level offices like the Board of Commissioners. Local residents can request an absentee ballot through the State Board of Elections website at https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/vote-mail.
The Johnston County Board of Elections handles all election matters for Selma residents. Their office sits at 241 Southeast Johnson St, Smithfield, NC 27577, and can be reached at (919) 989-5095.
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How do I look up property records in Selma Town, North Carolina?
Property records for Selma Town are kept at the county level. The Johnston County assessor holds ownership, parcel and valuation records and the county recorder (register of deeds) holds deeds, liens and mortgages; most offer a search by owner name or address, and copies can be requested from the office.
How do I get a birth or death certificate in Selma Town, North Carolina?
Selma's vital records, such as birth, death, and marriage certificates, are managed by the Town Clerk's office. Residents can obtain copies of these documents by contacting the clerk at http://www.selma-nc.com/administration. The office also handles other important municipal records, including property deeds and tax assessments.
How do I find business license records in Selma Town, North Carolina?
The Town of Selma is home to a diverse range of businesses, from local shops and restaurants to larger commercial enterprises. The town's economic development efforts are coordinated through the local government, which can be accessed at http://www.selma-nc.com. Businesses in Selma are required to obtain the necessary licenses and permits, which are also managed by the town.
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