Start with the Virginia Judicial System case search at courts.state.va.us for statewide court records — this covers all 120 Circuit Courts and 32 General District Court districts. For criminal background checks, use the Virginia State Police criminal records check. For property, start with the local Commissioner of the Revenue or Assessor, then the Circuit Court Clerk for deeds. Virginia has 95 counties plus 38 independent cities — each independent city operates as its own jurisdiction.
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Sex Offender Registry — VSP
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Vital Records — Birth, Death, Marriage, Divorce
Business Entity Search — SCC
How to Search Virginia Criminal Records
Virginia's online court search at courts.state.va.us/caseinfo covers 120 Circuit Courts and 32 General District Courts — criminal cases searchable by name statewide. It works well and it's free. The Virginia State Police offers $15 name-based criminal checks at vsp.virginia.gov. The DOC offender search is at vadoc.virginia.gov. One critical detail: Virginia has 38 independent cities that are NOT part of any county. Richmond, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Alexandria — each is its own jurisdiction with its own courts. The statewide search covers them all, but if you're contacting courts directly, make sure you're reaching out to the right jurisdiction — city vs. county matters in Virginia more than almost anywhere.
How to Search Virginia Court Records
Use courts.state.va.us — Circuit Court handles felonies, civil over $4,500, and appeals. General District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic, civil under $25,000, and small claims under $5,000. Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court handles juvenile and family matters. Virginia has 95 counties and 38 independent cities — each operates its own courts.
How to Search Virginia Property Records
Start with the local Commissioner of the Revenue (or Assessor in some jurisdictions) for property valuations. Then go to the Circuit Court Clerk for deeds, mortgages, and liens — in Virginia, the Circuit Court Clerk serves as the recorder. For tax bills, go to the local Treasurer.
How to Get Virginia Vital Records
For birth and death certificates, order from the Virginia Department of Health, Division of Vital Records. For marriage licenses, go to the Circuit Court Clerk. For divorce records, search courts.state.va.us.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I search Virginia court records? ▼
Use Virginia's Online Case Information System at courts.state.va.us/caseinfo. It covers circuit and general district courts statewide.
What are independent cities in Virginia? ▼
Virginia has 38 independent cities that are not part of any county. Each has its own Circuit Court Clerk, Commissioner of Revenue, and Treasurer — they function like counties for records purposes.
Is there a free statewide criminal search? ▼
No free statewide criminal database. The VSP offers background checks for a fee. The online case information system shows court records for free.
What is an independent city in Virginia? ▼
An independent city in Virginia is NOT part of any county. It has its own separate courts, property records, police, and government. Virginia has 38 independent cities — more than any other state. Always verify whether your search target is in an independent city or a county.
Does Virginia have a free statewide court search? ▼
Yes. Virginia Courts Case Information at courts.state.va.us/caseinfo provides free access to Circuit Court and General District Court case records statewide, covering all 95 counties and 38 independent cities.
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