Civil Court Records in Campbell County

Campbell County civil court records are filed and maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk in Rustburg, Virginia. The 24th Judicial Circuit handles civil cases here, including contract disputes, property claims, judgment liens, and other civil filings. You can search Campbell civil court records through the statewide CJISWeb system at no cost, or visit the clerk's office in person at 732 Village Highway. This page explains how to find a case, get copies, and understand the filing process in Campbell County.

Campbell County Circuit Court Clerk

The Clerk of Circuit Court for Campbell County is Valerie P. Younger. Her office maintains all civil court records filed in the 24th Judicial Circuit, including case filings, judgments, orders, and real property documents. The civil division handles civil case inquiries separately from other court functions. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

The Campbell County Circuit Court page on the state judicial website lists current clerk contact information, court terms, and links to the online case search portal. If you have a civil records question, you can reach the civil division directly at (434) 332-9517 rather than going through the main line.

If you pay in person at the clerk's office using a credit or debit card, a 2% convenience fee applies to the total. Cash and checks drawn on a local bank are accepted without a surcharge. Name change filings in Campbell County carry a $37.00 filing fee. For other civil matters, fees follow the state schedule based on the amount at issue in the case.

Search Campbell Civil Court Records Online

The statewide Circuit Court Case Information System (CJISWeb) is the main online tool for searching Campbell County civil court records. Select Campbell County from the locality list and search by party name or case number. Results include case type, filing date, party names, current case status, and basic docket information. The system is free to use and requires no account or login.

For smaller civil disputes and unlawful detainer cases handled below the circuit court level, use the General District Court (GDC) system. Campbell's GDC hears civil claims up to $25,000. Both search tools are maintained by the Virginia Judicial System and updated as cases move through the court.

The Virginia Courts self-help portal is a useful starting point if you are not sure where a case was heard. It explains how the court system is structured, helps you read search results, and offers guidance for people who are navigating the process without an attorney.

Note: The city of Lynchburg is an independent city within the 24th Judicial Circuit alongside Campbell County. Cases from Lynchburg appear in the same CJISWeb system under their own locality selection.

Civil Filings and Fees in Campbell County

All civil cases in Campbell County are filed with the Circuit Court Clerk in Rustburg. Filing fees follow the statewide schedule under Virginia Code § 17.1-275. Claims up to $3,000 require a $100 filing fee. Cases between $3,000 and $10,000 cost $200. Suits from $10,000 to $25,000 carry a $300 fee. Cases that exceed $25,000 require a $400 base fee at the time of filing. Local surcharges may apply in addition to these base amounts.

Civil forms for circuit court use are available through the state at courts.state.va.us/forms/circuit. These include pleadings, motions, and judgment forms. Attorneys can file electronically through the Virginia Judiciary E-Filing System. Most self-represented parties file paper documents at the courthouse in person.

Under Virginia Code § 17.1-208, civil court records in Campbell County are public. You can walk in during business hours and review case files without being a party to the case or giving a reason for your request.

Copies of Campbell County Court Records

The Campbell County clerk's office provides copies of civil court records either in person or by mail. Standard copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies run $2.00 per document. These rates are set by Virginia statute and apply uniformly across the state. If you need documents authenticated for international use, ask the clerk about apostille or triple-seal options available through the state process.

To request copies by mail, write to the clerk's mailing address at P.O. Box 7, Rustburg, VA 24588. Include the full case number or party names, a description of the documents you need, and a check or money order for the estimated fee. The office will reach out if more payment is needed. Allow additional time for older or complex record requests, as retrieval from archives can take longer than routine pulls.

The Library of Virginia in Richmond holds historical court records for many Virginia counties, including older Campbell County materials. If you are researching civil matters from the 1800s or early 1900s, checking the Library of Virginia's collections is a practical next step after contacting the clerk's office.

Nearby Counties

Campbell County sits in south-central Virginia. Bedford County borders to the northwest, and Amherst County is to the north. Appomattox County lies to the east, and Pittsylvania County is to the south. Each has its own clerk's office and circuit court docket. The city of Lynchburg, which surrounds much of Campbell County, is an independent city with its own courts in the same 24th Judicial Circuit.