Manassas Civil Court Records
Manassas civil court records are handled by the Prince William County Circuit Court Clerk. The City of Manassas shares its circuit court with Prince William County, so civil case filings, land records, and judgments for Manassas are maintained at the Prince William County courthouse.
Manassas / Prince William County Overview
Prince William County Circuit Court Clerk (Serves Manassas)
Civil court records for the City of Manassas are maintained by the Prince William County Circuit Court Clerk, Jacqueline C. Smith. The office handles civil case filings, land records, judgments, wills, and official court documents for Prince William County, Manassas City, and Manassas Park City. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM; no payments are accepted after 4:30 PM. The courthouse is at 9311 Lee Avenue, Third Floor, in Manassas. Note that the court address is in Manassas even though it serves Prince William County.
| Office | Prince William County Circuit Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Jacqueline C. Smith |
| Address | 9311 Lee Avenue, Third Floor, Manassas, VA 20110 |
| Phone | (703) 792-6015 |
| Civil Clerk | (703) 792-6029 |
| Land Records | (703) 792-6035 |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (no payments after 4:30 PM) |
| State Court Page | vacourts.gov - Prince William Circuit Court |
The Prince William Circuit Court page has current contact details and links to case search tools. Manassas, Manassas Park, and Prince William County all use the same courthouse at 9311 Lee Avenue. When searching CJISWeb, check "Manassas City," "Manassas Park City," and "Prince William County" as separate entries to find all relevant records.
Manassas is an independent city in Northern Virginia, surrounded by Prince William County. The city is known for the Manassas National Battlefield Park, site of two major Civil War battles. The courthouse on Lee Avenue serves Manassas, Manassas Park, and the large and growing Prince William County. Civil court records here cover the full range of urban Northern Virginia filings including property disputes, contract cases, business litigation, and judgment liens. No payments are accepted after 4:30 PM even though the office stays open until 5:00 PM.
Search Manassas Civil Court Records Online
The main tool for searching Manassas civil court records is the Circuit Court Case Information System (CJISWeb). Search under "Manassas City" for city records; also check "Prince William County" if needed. 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 Manassas
Civil cases in Manassas are filed at 9311 Lee Avenue, Third Floor. 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. No payments are accepted after 4:30 PM. Civil court records are presumed public under Virginia Code § 17.1-208. Standard copies cost $0.50 per page.
Nearby Areas
Manassas is in Northern Virginia, surrounded by Prince William County. The nearby City of Manassas Park also uses the same courthouse. The broader Northern Virginia region includes Fairfax County to the north. Each jurisdiction maintains its own civil court records in CJISWeb even when sharing a courthouse building.