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The general district court handles most traffic violations. The general district court also hears minor criminal cases known as misdemeanors and conducts preliminary hearings for more serious criminal cases called felonies. General district courts have exclusive authority to hear civil cases with claims of $4,500 or less and share authority with the circuit courts to hear cases with claims between $4,500 and $25,000. Examples of civil cases are landlord and tenant disputes, contract disputes and personal injury actions.
The general district court handles most traffic violations. The general district court also hears minor criminal cases known as misdemeanors and conducts preliminary hearings for more serious criminal cases called felonies. General district courts have exclusive authority to hear civil cases with claims of $4,500 or less and share authority with the circuit courts to hear cases with claims between $4,500 and $25,000. Examples of civil cases are landlord and tenant disputes, contract disputes and personal injury actions.
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Provides a juvenile and family matters court service unit within the county Superior Court System that has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. Provides diversion programs used at intake: *Youth Empowered for Success (YES): A mentoring program which includes an after school homework program. Contact Mr. Pendleton. *Law Related Education: A five week class for first time offenders referred from intake or less seriously delinquent youth who are on probation. Contact Carol Hernandez. *Pre-treatment Substance Abuse Group: A twelve week educational/assessment group for juveniles with drug or alcohol offenses. Contact Webb Thomas. *Shoplifting Film: A one hour educational program for first time shoplifters. Contact Lee Lawless. *Alternate Community Service Program: An opportunity for first time offenders to do volunteer work and therefore, "give back" to their community. Contact Lee Lawless.
Provides a juvenile and family matters court service unit within the county Superior Court System that has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. Provides diversion programs used at intake: *Youth Empowered for Success (YES): A mentoring program which includes an after school homework program. Contact Mr. Pendleton. *Law Related Education: A five week class for first time offenders referred from intake or less seriously delinquent youth who are on probation. Contact Carol Hernandez. *Pre-treatment Substance Abuse Group: A twelve week educational/assessment group for juveniles with drug or alcohol offenses. Contact Webb Thomas. *Shoplifting Film: A one hour educational program for first time shoplifters. Contact Lee Lawless. *Alternate Community Service Program: An opportunity for first time offenders to do volunteer work and therefore, "give back" to their community. Contact Lee Lawless.
Provides a juvenile and family matters court service unit that has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
Provides a juvenile and family matters court service unit that has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
Handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. Also shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving between $4,500 and $15,000. Circuit court handles felonies, family matters, including divorce, cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.
Handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. Also shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving between $4,500 and $15,000. Circuit court handles felonies, family matters, including divorce, cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.
To divert from the juvenile justice system those whose needs are more appropriately met elsewhere; to promote rehabilitation of those youth under its care and supervision; and to advocate for the needs of youth and their families to enable them to function successfully in their community.
To divert from the juvenile justice system those whose needs are more appropriately met elsewhere; to promote rehabilitation of those youth under its care and supervision; and to advocate for the needs of youth and their families to enable them to function successfully in their community.
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Provides a juvenile and domestic relations court service unit. The Court has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. A juvenile is anyone who is under 18 years of age. In addition, the court service unit provides access to the court for matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
Provides a juvenile and domestic relations court service unit. The Court has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. A juvenile is anyone who is under 18 years of age. In addition, the court service unit provides access to the court for matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
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Circuit Court for Pulaski County within the 27th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The circuit court is the trial court with the broadest powers in Virginia. Handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. Shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving claims between $4,500 and $15,000. Authorized to hear serious criminal cases called felonies. Handles family matters, including divorce. Hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.
Circuit Court for Pulaski County within the 27th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The circuit court is the trial court with the broadest powers in Virginia. Handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. Shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving claims between $4,500 and $15,000. Authorized to hear serious criminal cases called felonies. Handles family matters, including divorce. Hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.
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Court that hears all matters involving juveniles such as criminal or traffic matters. Juvenile delinquency cases are cases involving a minor under the age of 18 who has been accused of committing an offense that would be considered criminal if committed by an adult. Other juvenile offenses may be referred to as status offenses. Status offenses are those acts that are unlawful only because they are committed by a minor. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
Court that hears all matters involving juveniles such as criminal or traffic matters. Juvenile delinquency cases are cases involving a minor under the age of 18 who has been accused of committing an offense that would be considered criminal if committed by an adult. Other juvenile offenses may be referred to as status offenses. Status offenses are those acts that are unlawful only because they are committed by a minor. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
The juvenile and domestic relations district court hears all matters involving juveniles such as criminal or traffic matters. Juvenile delinquency cases are cases involving a minor under the age of 18 who has been accused of committing an offense that would be considered criminal if committed by an adult. Other juvenile offenses may be referred to as status offenses. Status offenses are those acts that are unlawful only because they are committed by a minor.
The juvenile and domestic relations district court hears all matters involving juveniles such as criminal or traffic matters. Juvenile delinquency cases are cases involving a minor under the age of 18 who has been accused of committing an offense that would be considered criminal if committed by an adult. Other juvenile offenses may be referred to as status offenses. Status offenses are those acts that are unlawful only because they are committed by a minor.
The circuit court also handles family matters, including divorce. In addition, the circuit court hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court. Terms begin, 4th Tuesday, Jan., Apr., July & Oct. All cases set by agreement with Commonwealth's Attorney at preliminary hearing, on Term Day, or by agreement of counsel and the Court. The latter may be done by a telephone call to the Judge's office. Court convenes at 9:00 a.m. In civil jury trials, instructions must be submitted to the Court and opposing counsel 5 days prior to trial.
The circuit court also handles family matters, including divorce. In addition, the circuit court hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court. Terms begin, 4th Tuesday, Jan., Apr., July & Oct. All cases set by agreement with Commonwealth's Attorney at preliminary hearing, on Term Day, or by agreement of counsel and the Court. The latter may be done by a telephone call to the Judge's office. Court convenes at 9:00 a.m. In civil jury trials, instructions must be submitted to the Court and opposing counsel 5 days prior to trial.
Prince William County General District Court has jurisdiction over criminal and traffic cases involving adult misdemeanors, ordinance violations and laws and bylaws of counties, cities and towns in the judicial district and civil cases involving $15,000 or less; claims recovery of personal property or a rented premises. Conducts felony preliminary hearings. Phone: (703) 792-6149 (Civil Division) Fax: (703) 792-6646 (Civil Division)
Prince William County General District Court has jurisdiction over criminal and traffic cases involving adult misdemeanors, ordinance violations and laws and bylaws of counties, cities and towns in the judicial district and civil cases involving $15,000 or less; claims recovery of personal property or a rented premises. Conducts felony preliminary hearings. Phone: (703) 792-6149 (Civil Division) Fax: (703) 792-6646 (Civil Division)
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Provides a juvenile and family matters court service unit that has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
Provides a juvenile and family matters court service unit that has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
The general district court handles most traffic violations. The general district court also hears minor criminal cases known as misdemeanors and conducts preliminary hearings for more serious criminal cases call felonies.
The general district court handles most traffic violations. The general district court also hears minor criminal cases known as misdemeanors and conducts preliminary hearings for more serious criminal cases call felonies.
To divert from the juvenile justice system those whose needs are more appropriately met elsewhere; to promote rehabilitation of those youth under its care and supervision; and to advocate for the needs of youth and their families to enable them to function successfully in their community.
To divert from the juvenile justice system those whose needs are more appropriately met elsewhere; to promote rehabilitation of those youth under its care and supervision; and to advocate for the needs of youth and their families to enable them to function successfully in their community.
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Alternative Sentencing/Supervision
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Try criminal, civil, and traffic cases; preliminary hearings of felony cases; issue civil warrants. Civil warrants, fines and court cases. Set by statute. Judges Hon. George A. Jones Jr., Presiding Judge, Chief Judge Clerk Ms Jacqueline Preston Brubaker
Try criminal, civil, and traffic cases; preliminary hearings of felony cases; issue civil warrants. Civil warrants, fines and court cases. Set by statute. Judges Hon. George A. Jones Jr., Presiding Judge, Chief Judge Clerk Ms Jacqueline Preston Brubaker
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Provide a variety of complex services to the public and bar, dealing with court administration of estates, file criminal, and civil cases. Issue marriage licenses, provide change of name form, approve notary publications and are responsible for jury management.
Provide a variety of complex services to the public and bar, dealing with court administration of estates, file criminal, and civil cases. Issue marriage licenses, provide change of name form, approve notary publications and are responsible for jury management.
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To divert from the juvenile justice system those whose needs are more appropriately met elsewhere; to promote rehabilitation of those youth under its care and supervision; and to advocate for the needs of youth and their families to enable them to function successfully in their community. Intake, Investigation, Probation, Parole, Counseling
To divert from the juvenile justice system those whose needs are more appropriately met elsewhere; to promote rehabilitation of those youth under its care and supervision; and to advocate for the needs of youth and their families to enable them to function successfully in their community. Intake, Investigation, Probation, Parole, Counseling
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Try criminal, civil, and traffic cases; preliminary hearings of felony cases; issue civil warrants. Civil warrants, fines and court cases. Set by statute. Judges Hon. Sam D. Eggleston III Chief Judge Hon. Stephanie S. Maddox, Presiding Judge Hon. Randy C. Krantz Clerk Ms Amy Showalter Leftwich
Try criminal, civil, and traffic cases; preliminary hearings of felony cases; issue civil warrants. Civil warrants, fines and court cases. Set by statute. Judges Hon. Sam D. Eggleston III Chief Judge Hon. Stephanie S. Maddox, Presiding Judge Hon. Randy C. Krantz Clerk Ms Amy Showalter Leftwich
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The Circuit Court and its offices are administered by the Clerk of the Circuit Court, a directly-elected Constitutional Officer. The duties of the Clerk and the courts can be found at http://www.courts.state.va.us/.
The Circuit Court and its offices are administered by the Clerk of the Circuit Court, a directly-elected Constitutional Officer. The duties of the Clerk and the courts can be found at http://www.courts.state.va.us/.
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Local Officials Offices
Circuit Court for Wythe County within the 27th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The circuit court is the trial court with the broadest powers in Virginia. Handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. Shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving claims between $4,500 and $15,000. Authorized to hear serious criminal cases called felonies. Handles family matters, including divorce. Hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.
Circuit Court for Wythe County within the 27th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The circuit court is the trial court with the broadest powers in Virginia. Handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. Shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving claims between $4,500 and $15,000. Authorized to hear serious criminal cases called felonies. Handles family matters, including divorce. Hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.
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Provides a juvenile and family matters court service unit within the county Superior Court System that has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
Provides a juvenile and family matters court service unit within the county Superior Court System that has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
The circuit court handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. It shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving between $4,500 and $15,000. The circuit court has the authority to hear serious criminal cases called felonies. The circuit court also handles family matters, including divorce. In addition, the circuit court hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.
The circuit court handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. It shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving between $4,500 and $15,000. The circuit court has the authority to hear serious criminal cases called felonies. The circuit court also handles family matters, including divorce. In addition, the circuit court hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.
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Investigate and supervise defendants who are released on bail while awaiting trial. Provide local probation supervision for adults convicted of misdemeanor or non-violent felony offenses.
Investigate and supervise defendants who are released on bail while awaiting trial. Provide local probation supervision for adults convicted of misdemeanor or non-violent felony offenses.
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Alternative Sentencing/Supervision
Federal Courts
Processes juvenile and domestic relations complaints; provides juvenile probation services with family counseling, psychological assessments, and other related programs for youth and families referred by a judge or Probation Officer. Supervises and provides treatment in cases of domestic violence.
Processes juvenile and domestic relations complaints; provides juvenile probation services with family counseling, psychological assessments, and other related programs for youth and families referred by a judge or Probation Officer. Supervises and provides treatment in cases of domestic violence.
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Provides a juvenile and family matters court service unit within the county. Superior Court System has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
Provides a juvenile and family matters court service unit within the county. Superior Court System has jurisdiction over minors who have been charged with an offense, who have committed status offenses or traffic violations, or who have been neglected or physically or sexually abused. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.