Hampton County Court Records

Part Eleven of the Rules of the Supreme Court defines Virginia court records as any item, including documents, information, or data created, collected, received, or maintained by the Court in connection with a particular case. Most individuals or agencies use court records in background checks for employment, housing, and other purposes. This helps them verify an individual's legal history and character.

The Clerks of General District Court and Circuit Court are the custodians of court records in Hampton County. Court records can be retrieved online or in person in Hampton County. A typical court record contains the following information depending on the case type:

• Case/defendant/plaintiff information (case number, case type, name, address, gender, filing date, status, race, locality, attorney, judgment, and date of birth)
• Charge information (charge, code section, offense date, offense tracking/processing number, case type, arrest date, summons number, class, complaint, and amended charge, code, and case type)
• Hearing information (date, time, result, and type, courtroom, plea, and continuance code)
• Service/process (person served, process type, date issued and served, plaintiff, and how served)
• Disposition information (final disposition, sentence time, sentence suspended time, probation type, time, and starting date, operator license suspension time, restricted effective date, and fine)
• Judgment information (judgment, costs, attorney fees, principal and other amounts, interest award, writ of eviction issued date, and writ of eviction executed date
• Garnishment information (garnishee, address, garnishee answer, and answer date)
• Appeal information (appeal date and appealed by)

Are Court Records Public in Hampton County?

Yes. Court records are public information under the Virginia Public Records Act and Part Eleven of the Rules of the Supreme Court. Therefore, anyone can submit a request to inspect or obtain copies of court records at any Hampton County Court. Not all court records are available to the public in Hampton County. The following court records are confidential in Hampton County:

• Juvenile records
• Adoption records
• Personnel information concerning identifiable individuals
• Social, medical and psychiatric or psychological records
• Judges’ telephone numbers, telephone records, and email addresses.
• Legal research and analysis created or circulated by judicial officers or court personnel
• Information entered into and maintained in an electronic system used to create and issue judicial process.
• Legal documents created or received by magistrates that have not been filed with the appropriate clerk of court
• Communications among judicial officers and communications among court personnel and judicial officers
• Written communications or discussions relating to procedural, administrative, or legal issues that have or may come before any judicial officer
• Memoranda, drafts, or notes prepared by or under the direction of any judicial officer relating to the adjudication, resolution, or disposition of any case, controversy, or legal issue.
• Documents, records, data, information, or other items that are sealed, confidential, privileged, or otherwise protected by federal or state law, common law, court rule, or court order
• Documents or information whose disclosure would compromise the safety of the public, judicial officers, court personnel, or jurors or jeopardize the integrity of judicial facilities or any information technology or recordkeeping systems.

Hampton County Court Records Search

Individuals can conduct court records searches via the following means:

• Online on third-party websites
• In-person at the courthouse during normal business hours
• Online through the Circuit Court Case Information or the General District Court Online Case Information System

Hampton County Court Records Search by Name

A Hampton County name-based court records search can be conducted online through the Circuit Court Case Information or the General District Court Online Case Information System. Go to the court search field and select “Hampton Circuit Court” or “Hampton General District Court,” depending on the portal. Enter a last name in the name search area. Users can enter a first or middle name to streamline the search. The portal will return all case information bearing the searched name. Click the case number link of the desired record to view more information about a case.

Alternatively, individuals can visit the Hampton County General District Court or Circuit Court during business hours to request court records. The record staff must be provided with a name so they can process the request. Copies of court records attract a small fee.

Hampton County Courts

The Hampton County court structure comprises the Circuit Court and District Court. Below are the addresses of the courts in Hampton County:

Hampton County Circuit Court
237 N. King St.
P.O. Box 40
Hampton, VA 23669
Phone: (757) 727-6105

Hampton County General District Court
236 N. King Street
Hampton, VA 23669
Fax: (757) 727-6035

Hampton County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
220 North King Street
Hampton, VA 23669
Phone: (757) 727-6147
Fax: (757) 727-6082

Hampton County Superior Court Case Search

Virginia's Judicial System consists of the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals, the Circuit Courts, and the District Courts. Only the Circuit and District Courts are operational in Hampton County, and all Hampton County court records can be obtained from any of those courts.

Hampton County District Court Records

The Hampton County General District Court handles minor criminal cases, such as misdemeanors and traffic violations, and civil cases, such as contract disputes, landlord-tenant disputes, and personal injury actions. It also conducts preliminary hearings for felonies.

Individuals can find District Court records electronically through the Online Case Information System. To begin a search, users must select “Hampton General District Court” from the Court from the drop-down menu to the left. Use the links below the court drop-down menu to select the search method. Users can search for District Court cases using a name, case number, or hearing date. Alternatively, record seekers can visit the courthouse during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) to find District Court records. A name or case number must be provided to conduct the search.

Hampton County Criminal Records

Individuals or agencies can retrieve Hampton county arrest and criminal records by mail or drop them off at the Virginia State Police (VSP). The SP-167 form is used for Hampton county arrest and criminal record searches by individuals, the general public, private companies, and out-of-state agencies. In contrast, employers or potential employers can use the SP-230 form for criminal record name searches. The turnabout time for mail requests is 15 business days. The form can also be dropped off at the office during business hours. Mail requesters should send their documents to the address below:

Virginia State Police
Civil & Applicant Records Exchange (CARE)
7700 Midlothian Turnpike
N. Chesterfield, Virginia 23235

Hampton County Criminal Court Case Lookup

The Hampton County Circuit Court and General District Court both hear criminal cases. The Circuit Court has jurisdiction over felonies and misdemeanors appealed from the District Court or originally charged in Circuit Court. The General District Court hears traffic violations and misdemeanors and conducts preliminary hearings for felonies.

Criminal court case lookups can be conducted online or in person at the appropriate courthouse. Online requests can be made using the Circuit Court Case Information or the General District Court Online Case Information System. Go to the court search field and select “Hampton Circuit Court” or “Hampton General District Court,” depending on the portal. Go to the Criminal search area and enter the search criteria. Criminal court case records may be searched using name, case number, or hearing date. In-person requests should be made during business hours. The Hampton County Circuit Court accepts criminal record requests from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., while the General District Court handles criminal record requests weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Get Hampton County Civil Court Records

The Hampton County Circuit Court has jurisdiction over civil cases with claims exceeding $4,500. It shares authority with the General District Court to handle civil cases involving claims between $4,500 and $25,000 and about $50,000 in civil cases for personal injury and wrongful death. The Hampton County General District court has exclusive authority to hear civil cases of $4,500 or less. It also handles unlawful detainer (eviction) cases that involve a request for rent on commercial or agricultural property if the amount of rent requested exceeds $25,000.

Interested persons can find civil court records online using the Circuit Court Case Information or the General District Court Online Case Information System. To begin the search, navigate to the court search field and select “Hampton Circuit Court” or “Hampton General District Court,” depending on the portal. Go to the Civil search area and conduct a search by name, case number, or hearing date. Individuals can also visit the appropriate courthouse during business hours to find civil court records. The Hampton County Circuit Court business hours are from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., while the General District Court opens on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. A name or case number must be provided during in-person requests. Copies of civil court records attract a small fee.

Hampton County Family Court Records

The Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court handles family cases in Hampton County. Examples of cases heard in this court include family abuse cases, child custody, support and visitation cases, cases where adults have faced allegations of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases involving family members. The court disseminates family court cases in person during business hours. Requests can be made from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Basic information about the family case, like name or case number, must be provided to facilitate the search. Copies of family court records attract a small fee.

Hampton Dissolution of Marriage Records

The Hampton County Circuit Court disseminates dissolution of marriage records to the public online and in person. Online requests can be made via the Circuit Court Case Information portal. Users must select “Hampton Circuit Court” in the court search field, select the Civil button, and conduct a search by name, case number, or hearing date. In-person requests can be at the Circuit Court’s Clerk’s office during business hours. The names of the couple or divorce date would be required to process the request.

Hampton County Marriage and Divorce Records

Marriage and divorce records only become part of Hampton County public records after 25 years. Confidential marriage and death records are available to immediate family members only (spouse, father, mother, child, brother, sister, and grandparents) with valid identification.

The Hampton County Circuit Court has jurisdiction over divorce cases and issues marriage licenses to intending couples. Individuals should be able to find divorce records online through the Circuit Court Case Information portal. Go to the court search field and select “Hampton Circuit Court”. Afterward, select the Civil button and conduct a search by name, case number, or hearing date. The Circuit Court does not disseminate Hampton County marriage records online. Copies of marriage and divorce records can be retrieved in person at the Circuit Court’s Clerk’s office during business hours. The names of the couple or divorce/marriage date should be provided to streamline the search.

Copies of Marriage and divorce records can also be obtained online, by mail, by drop off, or in person at the Virginia Department of Health’s Division of Vital Records. Customers must complete the necessary application form, provide a valid ID, and pay a fee of $12 before requests can be processed. Mail requesters must complete an Application for Certification of a Marriage and/or Divorce Record form.

Hampton Birth and Death Records

Hampton County birth records become public information 100 years after the birth date, while death records become public information 25 years after the event. Confidential Hampton County vital records are only open to immediate family members, such as a spouse, mother, father, child, sibling, and grandparents, with valid identification. Hampton County birth certificates can be issued to legal guardians with proof of custody.

Birth and death records may be obtained from the Virginia Department of Health’s Division of Vital Records. Requests can be made online, by mail, drop off, or in person for a fee of $12. After submitting an application online, applicants will receive an application tracking ID and email and SMS updates on the application status. Online applications take two (2) weeks to process.

Mail requesters must complete an Application for Certification of a Birth or Death Record. The application form, a check or money order, and a copy of a valid ID must be mailed to the office. The processing time for mail applications is four weeks. The mailing address is:

VDH, Office of Vital Records
P.O. Box 1000
Richmond, Virginia 23218-1000

Requesters may drop off a completed application for birth or death records at the Office of Vital Records’ front desk. The birth or death certificate can be mailed to the customer, or the applicant will be called to pick up the certificate at the office. The Office must receive the pick-up requests no later than 2:00 p.m. and will only be released to the requester. Requests dropped off after 2:00 p.m. will be considered received the next business day. The application must include the requester’s signature, a copy of the requester’s ID, and a fee of $12 payable by payment card, check, cash, money order, or mobile pay.

The Office of Vital Records also provides walk-in services to applicants at its customer service lobby. Birth and death record requests can be made from Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The office is located at:

VDH, Office of Vital Records
2001 Maywill Street
Suite # 101
Richmond, Virginia 23230
Phone: (804) 662-6200

Hampton County Probate Court Records

The Hampton County Circuit Court hears probate cases, such as disputes concerning wills and estates. The Clerk of Court issues probate court records online or in person to interested individuals. The Circuit Court Case Information is the database that can be used to find probate court records online. Start a search by selecting “Hampton Circuit Court” in the court search field. Then, go to the Civil search area and conduct a search by name, case number, or hearing date. In-person requests can be made at the courthouse from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Clerk will require a name or case number and a small fee before providing copies of probate court records.

Hampton County Property Records

Property records are available at the Hampton County Office of the Assessor of Real Estate. The office has a Real Estate Property Information Search portal where individuals can view property records. The search criteria are by street number, street name, or PIN/LRSN/RPC. Customers can also visit the office from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., to request copies of property records. A property owner’s name, property address, or parcel ID may be required to process the request. The Office is located at:

Office of the Assessor of Real Estate
One Franklin Street
Suite 602
Hampton, VA 23669
Phone: (757) 727-8311
Fax: (757) 728-3510
Email:assessorswebmail@hampton.gov

The Hampton Treasurer’s Office issues copies of property tax information in person during business hours. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The record staff will require an owner’s name, tax number, or property address to facilitate the search. A small fee will be charged before the record is released. Contact the office by phone at (757) 727-6374 or Fax at (757) 727-6796 to inquire about property tax information.

Hampton County Court Records Online

Popular third-party sites like virginiacourtrecords.us provide access to court records through their online portals. Typically, searches are conducted using a name or case number. The key distinction between third-party sites and government sites is that third-party sites can provide court records from multiple jurisdictions. Most third-party vendors do not charge fees for initial court record searches. However, a small fee is required for complete court record reports.