Lexington Civil Court Records
Lexington civil court records are handled by the Rockbridge County Circuit Court Clerk. The City of Lexington shares its circuit court with Rockbridge County, so civil case filings, land records, and judgments for Lexington are maintained at the Rockbridge County courthouse in Lexington.
Lexington / Rockbridge County Overview
Rockbridge County Circuit Court Clerk (Serves Lexington)
Civil court records for the City of Lexington are maintained by the Rockbridge County Circuit Court Clerk, Michelle M. Trout. The office handles civil case filings, land records, judgments, wills, and official court documents for both Rockbridge County and the City of Lexington under the 25th Judicial Circuit. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The courthouse is at 20 South Randolph Street, Suite 101 in Lexington.
| Office | Rockbridge County Circuit Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Michelle M. Trout |
| Address | 20 South Randolph Street, Suite 101, Lexington, VA 24450 |
| Phone | (540) 463-2232 |
| Hours (Mon-Thu) | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Hours (Fri) | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
| State Court Page | vacourts.gov - Rockbridge Circuit Court |
The Rockbridge County Circuit Court page has current contact details and links to the online case search. Lexington is an independent city and the county seat of Rockbridge County. The courthouse is in the city and serves both the city and the surrounding county. When searching CJISWeb, check both "Lexington City" and "Rockbridge County" entries.
Lexington is a small independent city in the Shenandoah Valley, home to Washington and Lee University and Virginia Military Institute. It is the county seat of Rockbridge County and surrounded by the county on all sides. Rockbridge County records date from 1778. The City of Lexington and Rockbridge County share clerk's office resources at the courthouse on South Randolph Street. Note the earlier Friday closing time of 4:00 PM when planning visits late in the week.
Search Lexington Civil Court Records Online
The main tool for searching Lexington civil court records is the Circuit Court Case Information System (CJISWeb). Search under both "Lexington City" and "Rockbridge County" to find all relevant records. 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. The Virginia Courts self-help portal helps identify which court has your case.
Civil Court Filing in Lexington
Civil cases in Lexington are filed at 20 South Randolph Street, Suite 101. 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. Civil court records are presumed public under Virginia Code § 17.1-208. Standard copies cost $0.50 per page.
Nearby Areas
Lexington is in the Shenandoah Valley, surrounded by Rockbridge County. The City of Buena Vista is nearby and also has its own circuit court in the 25th Judicial Circuit. Adjacent counties include Augusta County to the north and Botetourt County to the south. Each jurisdiction maintains its own civil court records.