Search Campbell County Court Records

Campbell County court records are filed and maintained at the Circuit Court Clerk's office in Rustburg. The county is part of the 24th Judicial Circuit of Virginia, and its clerk keeps civil, criminal, probate, and land records open for public inspection. You can search Campbell County court records online through state systems or go directly to the courthouse.

Campbell County Circuit Court Clerk

Hon. Valerie P. Younger serves as Circuit Court Clerk for Campbell County. Her office is at 732 Village Highway in Rustburg, with a mailing address of P.O. Box 7, Rustburg, VA 24588. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. You can reach the office by phone at (434) 592-9517 or by email at vyounger@vacourts.gov.

The Clerk maintains all official court records for Campbell County. That covers civil case files, criminal dockets, probate estates, land records, and marriage licenses. All of these are stored at the Rustburg courthouse. Under Va. Code § 17.1-208, these records are available for public inspection. The Campbell County Circuit Court Clerk's office also handles passport services and notary public commissions.

The Campbell County Circuit Court Clerk's page on the county website has current hours, services, and contact information.

Searching Campbell County Court Records Online

The Virginia Circuit Court Case Information System is the primary free tool for searching Campbell County circuit court cases. You can look up cases by name, case number, or court date. The system displays party names, filing dates, case types, and court events. It covers civil and criminal cases going back many years.

The Campbell Circuit Court page on vacourts.gov shows court contact details and links directly to the online search tools you need. That page is a reliable starting point.

The Virginia Judiciary's circuit court portal lets you search Campbell County case records at no cost, with no login required.

For district court cases in Campbell County, the General District Court Online Case Information tool covers traffic charges, misdemeanors, and small civil claims. In-person searches at the Rustburg courthouse let you review full case files and request copies the same day.

Note: Online tools show case data but not the actual documents. For certified copies or full case file review, visit the courthouse or mail a written request.

General District Court in Campbell County

The Campbell General District Court is part of the 24th Judicial District of Virginia. It handles traffic violations, misdemeanor criminal charges, civil claims up to $25,000, and preliminary hearings for felony cases before they move to the circuit court.

The district court's online case system gives free access to traffic, criminal, and civil case records for Campbell County without requiring an account.

District court records are separate from circuit court records. Both are open to the public. If the case you are looking for involves a traffic charge, a misdemeanor, or a small claims dispute, the district court system is where you will find it. Use the general district court search tool at eapps.courts.state.va.us/gdcourts/ to look it up.

What Campbell County Court Records Contain

A circuit court case file in Campbell County typically includes the initial filing, all motions and responses, hearing notices, orders entered by the judge, and the final judgment or decree. Civil files may also include financial disclosures and settlement agreements. Probate files contain the will, an inventory of the estate, and all filings related to the distribution of assets.

Criminal case files hold the charging documents, arraignment notes, plea records, and sentencing orders. For cases that went to trial, transcripts may be part of the record. All of these documents are maintained by the Clerk and available for public inspection under state law. Some materials, including juvenile records and documents sealed by court order, are not open. Certain filings may have personal identifiers like Social Security numbers removed before public release.

Land records kept by the Campbell County Clerk go back to the county's early years. These include deeds, deeds of trust, plats, and financing statements. They can be searched through the circuit court's records system.

Getting Copies of Campbell County Records

Copies of court records from Campbell County are available in person or by mail. The standard copy fee is $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost an additional $2.00 per document. If you need a triple-seal certification for use in another state or internationally, add $2.50 more on top of the base fee.

In-person requests are the fastest option. Go to the clerk's office at 732 Village Highway in Rustburg during business hours. Give the clerk the case name, case number, or party names, and staff will locate the file. For mail requests, write to P.O. Box 7, Rustburg, VA 24588. Include case details, your return address, and payment for the estimated copy cost. A check or money order is typically required for mail requests.

Virginia FOIA and Campbell County Records

The Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Va. Code § 2.2-3700) gives people the right to request public records from government bodies. Court records are primarily governed by Va. Code § 17.1-208, which requires the Clerk to keep records available for public inspection. The Clerk must respond to a FOIA request within five working days. A seven-day extension is allowed if the request requires extra time to process.

Records that are sealed by a judge, involve juveniles, or contain ongoing investigation materials are exempt from public access. If your request is denied in full or in part, the Clerk must give a written explanation. You can find more about Virginia's open records laws at nfoic.org/virginia-foia-laws.

Legal Help in Campbell County

Several resources serve Campbell County residents who need legal assistance. selfhelp.vacourts.gov has step-by-step guides and downloadable forms for civil and family cases. It is a good first stop if you are not sure how to start a case or respond to a filing.

The Virginia State Bar lawyer referral service is available at (800) 552-7977. They can refer you to an attorney in the area who handles your type of case. Virginia Legal Aid provides free civil legal help to residents who meet income requirements. They handle family law, housing, consumer, and other civil matters. Call their office to check eligibility before your situation gets more complicated.

Nearby Counties

These counties neighbor Campbell County. Each maintains its own court records through the local Circuit Court Clerk.