Fluvanna County Arrest Records

Individuals who have been arrested in Fluvanna County have records that can be traced back to their names. Law enforcement agencies usually create these arrest records for accountability purposes, among other reasons. A person's arrest record includes their personal information, the offense for which they were arrested, where they were detained, and more. Members of the public can also find some arrest details in Fluvanna County court records and as part of the statewide criminal history files maintained by the Virginia State Police.

Arrest records are generally accessed for background checks, investigations, crime research, and criminal defense purposes. People may also need these records to locate loved ones who were recently arrested.

Are Arrest Records Public in Fluvanna County?

Yes, The Virginia Freedom of Information Act codifies the public's right to access law enforcement records, including arrest information. However, this right does not extend to records protected by court rules, state statutes, and federal laws. Examples of restricted records include sealed/expunged arrest records, juvenile arrest information, records related to ongoing police investigations, sensitive details such as personal financial and medical records, and information that may expose confidential informants and protected witnesses.

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

The following arrest records can be released to members of the public in Fluvanna County, unless specifically restricted by law or court order:

• Arrestee's full name, nicknames, and known aliases
• Arrestee's date of birth, ethnicity, physical description (scars, hair color, height, weight, tattoos, etc.), photograph (mugshot), and last known address
• Detention facility and booking number
• Alleged offenses (including offense category and degree)
• Arrest warrant information (if any)
• Bail and bond type, amount, and conditions
• Court appearance dates

Fluvanna County Arrest Statistics

According to data extracted from the Virginia State Police’s Incident-Based Reporting System, law enforcement agencies in Fluvanna reported 256 arrests in 2023. Out of these arrests, 36 were connected to simple assault, 21 were in response to drug/narcotics violations, and seven were for aggravated assault. Murder and nonnegligent manslaughter accounted for two arrests, and driving under the influence offenses led to 35 arrests.

Find Fluvanna County Arrest Records

The first place to search for arrest records is with the law enforcement agency that made the arrest. This may be the sheriff's office, local police departments, the Virginia State Police, or federal agencies.

Individuals can send FOIA requests to the Sheriff's Office by phone, email, fax, regular mail, or in person using the following details:

Fluvanna County Sheriff’s Office
160 Commons Boulevard
Palmyra, VA 22963
Phone: (434) 589-8211
Fax: (434) 591-2006
Email: Foia@fluvannasheriff.com

Mailing address:
Attn: FOIA
P.O. Box 113
Palmyra, VA 22963

Arrested persons are usually transferred to the Central Virginia Regional Jail in Orange, VA. One can contact the facility to confirm whether someone is being detained there.

If one wants to locate an inmate in the custody of the Virginia Department of Corrections, they can use the department's online inmate locator or contact the agency directly. It should be noted that VADOC's records only cover offenses which inmates are currently serving or have served in a state penitentiary. The records show where an inmate is being held, their ID number, and release date. Individuals seeking additional information can utilize the VADOC's Freedom of Information Act request process to obtain inmate records.

People arrested and detained on federal charges can be located using federal resources, such as the Federal Inmate Locator, provided by the U.S. Bureau of Prisons, and the ICE Online Detainee Locator System. Members of the public can also contact federal arresting agencies to gather information about people in their custody.

Free Arrest Record Search in Fluvanna County

Websites run by third-party entities may provide Fluvanna County arrest record searches for free. Users can conduct name searches on these sites to view records from multiple agencies. However, third-party sites are not the official custodians of arrest records. While these independent platforms source their data from public custodians, they cannot guarantee the correctness and accuracy of the data. Users are always advised to verify search results.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Perpetually, in some cases. People who were convicted of serious felonies cannot remove their records from public databases. On the other hand, individuals whose arrests never led to convictions can have documents related to such arrests expunged by the court. Moreover, from July 1, 2025, certain eligible records will be removed from public systems automatically.

Expunge Fluvanna County Arrest Records

Expungements are legal processes initiated by eligible applicants to block criminal records maintained by courts, law enforcement, and other state agencies from public access. The process does not immediately destroy these records. Instead, the expunged record is removed from general access once the expungement order is granted and then deleted three years after. Eligible petitioners include persons who:

• had their charges dismissed or nolle prossed
• received acquittals
• were granted absolute pardons
• were victims of mistaken identity
• were convicted of marijuana possession

The expungement petition, Form CC-1473, is used to submit most expungement requests in Fluvanna. Specifically, this form allows an eligible person to ask the circuit court in Fluvanna to remove arrest records related to a dismissal, acquittal, or nolle prosequi. A copy of the petition must be forwarded by the petitioner to the Fluvanna County Commonwealth’s Attorney, who will then respond in writing to the court within 21 days.

A petitioner is also required to obtain a set of fingerprints from a law enforcement agency, preferably the Sheriff's Office, and also provide a copy of the expungement petition to the agency. The police agency will submit the fingerprints to the Central Criminal Records Exchange (CCRE). The CCRE will use the fingerprints to fetch the petitioner's criminal history, which will then be transmitted to the court.

After receiving the criminal history, the court may conduct a hearing and then enter a judgment ordering the expungement or denying the petition. It should be noted that hearings may not be conducted if the Commonwealth's Attorney does not file an objection.

Fluvanna County Arrest Warrants

Arrest warrants are legal orders issued by authorized judicial officers to police agencies for the capture of identified individuals. These orders can be issued when judges find that people have disobeyed court orders, such as failing to pay child support. However, warrants are commonly issued after police officers submit complaints alleging that a person has committed a crime. Judges issue warrants in response to these complaints if there is probable cause that a person may have broken the law as alleged.

Individuals who want to confirm whether a warrant has been issued for someone in Fluvanna can contact the Sheriff's Office or clerk of the issuing court.

Do Fluvanna County Arrest Warrants Expire?

No, Fluvanna County arrest warrants never expire. Law enforcement agencies are allowed to pursue warrants until executed. Warrants are considered executed or served when accused persons are presented before judges. However, judges have the authority to quash warrants when there is proof that the named person is innocent.