King William County Civil Court Records

King William County civil court records are filed and maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk in King William, Virginia. The 9th Judicial Circuit covers civil cases here, including property disputes, contract matters, judgments, and other civil filings. This page covers how to search King William civil court records online and how to contact the clerk's office.

King William County Circuit Court Clerk

The Clerk of Circuit Court for King William County is Tina T. Glazebrook. The office has separate phone lines for different record types. Civil matters call (804) 769-4938. Criminal matters use (804) 769-4937. Wills and deeds call (804) 769-4901. The main office number is (804) 769-4936. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

The King William County Circuit Court page on the state judicial website has current contact details and links to the online case search system. When calling about civil court records, use the dedicated civil division number at (804) 769-4938.

King William County is part of the 9th Judicial Circuit, which also covers Charles City, Gloucester, James City, King and Queen, Mathews, Middlesex, New Kent, and York counties, plus the City of Williamsburg and Poquoson. Each county keeps its own records, but they share circuit judges who rotate among the localities.

Search King William Civil Court Records Online

The main tool for searching King William County civil court records is the Circuit Court Case Information System (CJISWeb). Select King William County from the locality list and search by party name or case number. The system is free, open to anyone, and does not require a login. It shows case type, filing date, party names, and current status.

For civil claims handled in general district court, use the General District Court online system. This covers smaller civil matters up to $25,000 and eviction cases. Both systems are maintained by the Virginia Judicial System.

The Virginia Courts self-help portal walks you through finding a case by name and explains what the results mean. This is a good first stop if you are not sure which court handled your matter. For records not available online, call the civil division at (804) 769-4938.

Civil Court Filing in King William County

Civil cases in King William County are filed at the Circuit Court Clerk's office at 351 Courthouse Lane, Suite 130. 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 case forms are available at courts.state.va.us/forms/circuit. Complete them and bring them to the clerk's office with the filing fee. Virginia State Bar members may use VJEFS to file electronically. Self-represented parties generally file paper documents in person.

Civil court records are presumed public under Virginia Code § 17.1-208. You can inspect case files during business hours at no charge.

Getting Copies of King William Court Records

Standard copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $2.00 per document. For mail requests, write to the clerk at 351 Courthouse Lane, Suite 130, King William, VA 23086. Include the case number or party names, what documents you need, and payment by check or money order. For wills and deeds specifically, call (804) 769-4901 before submitting your request.

Sealed records, juvenile files, and expunged matters are not available. For all other civil records, access is open during business hours. Multiple division phone numbers allow you to reach the right staff member quickly depending on the type of record you need.

Nearby Counties

King William County is in the Middle Peninsula region of Virginia. Adjacent counties include Hanover County to the west, King and Queen County to the east, Caroline County to the northwest, and New Kent County to the south. Each county maintains its own civil court records through the circuit court clerk.