Chesapeake Civil Court Records
Chesapeake civil court records are filed and maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk in Chesapeake, Virginia. The 1st Judicial Circuit handles civil cases for this large independent city, covering contract disputes, property matters, judgments, and other civil filings.
Chesapeake Overview
Chesapeake Circuit Court Clerk
The Clerk of Circuit Court for Chesapeake is Alan P. Krasnoff. The office handles civil case filings, land records, judgments, wills, and official court documents for the 1st Judicial Circuit. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:45 PM. This is an earlier closing time than most Virginia circuit courts. The courthouse is at 307 Albemarle Drive, Suite 300A. Mail goes to P.O. Box 15225. Electronic recording is accepted through Simplifile and CSC. A paper filing surcharge of $5 applies per civil case under Virginia Code § 17.1-258.3.
| Office | Chesapeake Circuit Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Alan P. Krasnoff |
| Street Address | 307 Albemarle Drive, Suite 300A, Chesapeake, VA 23322 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 15225, Chesapeake, VA 23328 |
| Phone | (757) 382-3000 |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:45 PM |
| Land Records | chesapeakeccland.org |
| E-Recording | Simplifile and CSC accepted |
| State Court Page | vacourts.gov - Chesapeake Circuit Court |
| City Page | cityofchesapeake.net - Clerk |
The Chesapeake Circuit Court page on the state judicial website and the city clerk page both have current details. Land records are accessible online at chesapeakeccland.org. The office also offers a free Property Notification Service to alert property owners when documents are recorded in their name. Note the 3:45 PM closing time — plan visits accordingly.
Chesapeake is one of the largest cities in Virginia by area and population. It is in the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, bordered by Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Suffolk, and the North Carolina border. The city was formed in 1963 from Norfolk County and the City of South Norfolk. Civil court records here cover a wide range of filings typical of a large Virginia city: property disputes, contract cases, judgment liens, business litigation, and domestic matters. The 1st Judicial Circuit serves only Chesapeake.
Search Chesapeake Civil Court Records Online
The main tool for searching Chesapeake civil court records is the Circuit Court Case Information System (CJISWeb). Select Chesapeake City from the locality list and search by party name or case number. The system is free and shows case type, filing date, party names, and current status.
For land records specifically, the portal at chesapeakeccland.org provides online access to recorded deeds and property documents. For civil claims in general district court, use the General District Court online system. This covers civil matters up to $25,000 and eviction cases.
Civil Court Filing in Chesapeake
Civil cases in Chesapeake are filed at 307 Albemarle Drive, Suite 300A. Filing fees follow the state schedule under Virginia Code § 17.1-275. A $5 paper filing surcharge applies per civil case. Claims up to $3,000 carry a $100 base fee. Cases from $3,000 to $10,000 cost $200. Suits between $10,000 and $25,000 cost $300. Cases over $25,000 require a $400 base fee. Electronic filing through VJEFS avoids the paper surcharge for attorney filers.
Civil court records are presumed public under Virginia Code § 17.1-208. Standard copies cost $0.50 per page; certified copies cost $2.00 per document. Mail requests go to P.O. Box 15225, Chesapeake, VA 23328.
Nearby Areas
Chesapeake is in the Hampton Roads region. Adjacent jurisdictions include Norfolk to the north, Virginia Beach to the east, and Suffolk to the west. Each is an independent city with its own circuit court clerk. The city also borders North Carolina to the south. For records in the broader Hampton Roads area, each city maintains its own civil court records.