Fredericksburg Civil Court Records
Fredericksburg civil court records are filed and maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The 15th Judicial Circuit handles civil cases for this independent city in northern Virginia, covering contract disputes, property matters, judgments, and other civil filings.
Fredericksburg Overview
Fredericksburg Circuit Court Clerk
The Clerk of Circuit Court for Fredericksburg is Jeff Small. The office handles civil case filings, land records, judgments, wills, and official court documents for the 15th Judicial Circuit. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Recording runs from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The courthouse is at 701 Princess Anne Street, Suite 100. Mail goes to P.O. Box 359. Archive walk-in access requires an appointment and runs Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
| Office | Fredericksburg Circuit Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Jeff Small |
| Street Address | 701 Princess Anne Street, Suite 100, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 359, Fredericksburg, VA 22404 |
| Phone | (540) 372-1066 |
| Archive | (540) 361-4098 |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Recording | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Archive Walk-in | Mon-Thu, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (appointment required) |
| State Court Page | vacourts.gov - Fredericksburg Circuit Court |
| City Page | fredericksburgva.gov - Circuit Court |
The Fredericksburg Circuit Court page and the city circuit court page have current details. Historical records in Fredericksburg are particularly rich. Land, probate, and court records date from 1782, and marriage records run from 1850 to the present. Fredericksburg's records survived the Civil War, making them especially valuable for genealogical research.
Fredericksburg is an independent city on the Rappahannock River, midway between Washington, D.C. and Richmond. It is one of Virginia's oldest cities and was a major Civil War battleground. Civil court records here date from 1782 and have been continuously maintained through the city's history. The 15th Judicial Circuit is large, covering Fredericksburg and several surrounding counties including Spotsylvania, Stafford, King George, Hanover, and others. For archive access at the Fredericksburg courthouse, call ahead to make an appointment at (540) 361-4098.
Search Fredericksburg Civil Court Records Online
The main tool for searching Fredericksburg civil court records is the Circuit Court Case Information System (CJISWeb). Select Fredericksburg City from the locality list and search by party name or case number. The system is free, requires no login, and shows case type, filing date, party names, and current status.
Note that Fredericksburg is separate from Spotsylvania County and Stafford County in CJISWeb, even though all three are in the 15th Judicial Circuit. For civil claims in general district court, use the General District Court online system. The Virginia Courts self-help portal helps identify which court has your case.
Civil Court Filing in Fredericksburg
Civil cases in Fredericksburg are filed at 701 Princess Anne Street, Suite 100. Filing fees follow the state schedule under Virginia Code § 17.1-275. Claims up to $3,000 carry a $100 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. Virginia State Bar members may use VJEFS to file electronically. Civil court records are presumed public under Virginia Code § 17.1-208. Standard copies cost $0.50 per page. Mail requests go to P.O. Box 359, Fredericksburg, VA 22404.
Nearby Areas
Fredericksburg is surrounded by Spotsylvania County and Stafford County. Both counties have their own circuit court clerks in the 15th Judicial Circuit. Each jurisdiction maintains separate civil court records. For county civil records, see the respective county clerk pages.