Lynchburg Civil Court Records
Lynchburg civil court records are filed and maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk in Lynchburg, Virginia. The 24th Judicial Circuit handles civil cases for this independent city in central Virginia, covering contract disputes, property matters, judgments, and other civil filings.
Lynchburg Overview
Lynchburg Circuit Court Clerk
The Clerk of Circuit Court for Lynchburg is K. Todd Swisher. The office handles civil case filings, land records, judgments, wills, and official court documents for the 24th Judicial Circuit. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The courthouse is at 900 Court Street. Mail goes to P.O. Box 4. The clerk's office has separate divisions for civil, criminal, probate, deeds, and jury matters, each with their own contact number.
| Office | Lynchburg Circuit Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Clerk | K. Todd Swisher |
| Street Address | 900 Court Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 4, Lynchburg, VA 24504 |
| Phone | (434) 455-2620 |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Civil Division | (434) 455-2620 |
| Probate | (434) 455-2617 |
| Deeds | (434) 455-2620, Option 4 |
| State Court Page | vacourts.gov - Lynchburg Circuit Court |
| City Page | lynchburgva.gov - Circuit Court |
The Lynchburg Circuit Court page and the city circuit court page have current details and links to case search tools. Land records in Lynchburg date from 1805. The 24th Judicial Circuit serves only the City of Lynchburg.
Lynchburg is an independent city in central Virginia on the James River, surrounded by Amherst and Campbell counties. It is home to Liberty University and several other colleges and universities. Land records here date from 1805. Civil court records cover the full range of cases common to a mid-sized Virginia city with a significant educational and healthcare sector: property disputes, contract cases, business litigation, judgment liens, and landlord-tenant matters.
Search Lynchburg Civil Court Records Online
The main tool for searching Lynchburg civil court records is the Circuit Court Case Information System (CJISWeb). Select Lynchburg 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.
Lynchburg is separate from Amherst and Campbell counties in CJISWeb. 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. The jury information hotline is at (434) 455-2626.
Civil Court Filing in Lynchburg
Civil cases in Lynchburg are filed at 900 Court Street. 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 4, Lynchburg, VA 24504.
Nearby Areas
Lynchburg is in central Virginia on the James River. The city is surrounded by Amherst County to the north and west, and Campbell County to the south and east. Both counties have their own circuit courts in the broader region. Each jurisdiction maintains separate civil court records. For county civil records, see the respective county clerk pages.