Hopewell Civil Court Records
Hopewell civil court records are filed and maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk in Hopewell, Virginia. The 6th Judicial Circuit handles civil cases for this independent city at the confluence of the Appomattox and James rivers.
Hopewell Overview
Hopewell Circuit Court Clerk
The Clerk of Circuit Court for Hopewell is Tamara J. Ward. The office handles civil case filings, land records, judgments, wills, and official court documents for the 6th Judicial Circuit. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The courthouse is at 100 East Broadway, Room 251. The 6th Judicial Circuit also covers Prince George County and several surrounding jurisdictions, but Hopewell has its own clerk's office and records.
| Office | Hopewell Circuit Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Tamara J. Ward |
| Address | 100 E. Broadway, Room 251, Hopewell, VA 23860 |
| Phone | (804) 541-2239 |
| Fax | (804) 541-2438 |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
| State Court Page | vacourts.gov - Hopewell Circuit Court |
| City Page | hopewellva.gov - Clerk of Circuit Court |
The Hopewell Circuit Court page and the city clerk page have current contact details and links to case search tools. Hopewell is an independent city near the confluence of the Appomattox and James rivers, adjacent to Prince George County and near Colonial Heights and Petersburg.
Hopewell is an independent city in central Virginia, where the Appomattox River meets the James River. The city has a significant industrial history and is home to major chemical manufacturing facilities. Civil court records here cover the range of filings typical for a mid-sized Virginia city. The 6th Judicial Circuit covers several Southside Virginia counties and cities. All Hopewell civil records are maintained at the clerk's office at 100 East Broadway.
Search Hopewell Civil Court Records Online
The main tool for searching Hopewell civil court records is the Circuit Court Case Information System (CJISWeb). Select Hopewell 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.
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. The Virginia Courts self-help portal helps identify which court has your case.
Civil Court Filing in Hopewell
Civil cases in Hopewell are filed at 100 East Broadway, Room 251. 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.
Nearby Areas
Hopewell is in central Virginia near the James River. Adjacent cities include Colonial Heights and Petersburg to the south. Prince George County surrounds the city on several sides. Each jurisdiction maintains its own civil court records through its circuit court clerk.