The Register of Deeds office records military separation documents known as a DD214 record.

Military discharges have restricted public access.

There is no charge to record or obtain a copy of a military discharge.

The service member must provide a government- issued ID to record or obtain certified copies of military discharges. However, N.C.G.S § 47-113(2) allows authorized parties to record or request certified copies of recorded military discharges.

Authorized parties include:

• Subject of the record
• Widow or widower of deceased spouse
• Agents and representatives of the subject authorized in writing by the subject
• Authorized agents of Veterans Affairs
• Authorized court official with an interest in assisting the subject
• NC State Archives

For additional information, contact one of the offices of Veteran’s Affairs below

Mondays - Friday
1203 Maple St.
Room 128 Greensboro, NC 27405
Phone: (336) 641-4684
Fax: (336) 641-2947

Tuesdays and Thursday
325 E. Russell Ave.,
Room 145 High Point, NC 27260
Phone: (336) 641-3434
Fax: (336) 845-5587