Hanover County Court Records

Hanover County court records are official documents on case trials within Hanover County Circuit, General District, and Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Courts. Court records are case files on criminal and civil matter prosecutions. Hanover County court records include

• Case number
• Names of the plaintiffs and defendants
• Docket entries
• Petitions and Complaints
• Evidence
• Exhibits
• Motions
• Pleadings
• Witness testimonies
• Transcripts.

Virginia court records and those of constituting counties are crucial documents for the dispensation of Justice; they reflect the judiciary's efforts toward fairness of judgment and equality before the law.

Are Court Records Public in Hanover County?

Yes, Hanover County court records are public documents. According to § 2.2-3704 of the Virginia Code (Virginia Freedom of Information Act), all public records are open to the citizens of the Commonwealth during regular office hours of their custodian agencies. Notwithstanding, various sections of the Virginia Code exempt public disclosure of some Hanover County court records; these include records on prosecutions relating to

• Juvenile
• Adoption
• Domestic Violence and Protective Orders
• Ongoing criminal or Judicial Investigation
• Mental Health.

Also, the public cannot access victim, witness, attorney-client information, or trade secrets.

Hanover County Court Records Search

There are several options for looking for Hanover County court records. Documents and information on legal proceedings within the various Hanover County courts are available on online databases. To search for a Hanover County court record, visit its custodian agency's website, locate the records sections, and use online search tools to look for the relevant documents. Records seekers can also search for specific documents on non-custodian or third-party online databases that have access to Hanover County court records. Furthermore, if convenient, interested persons can search for Hanover County court records through calls, faxes, email, and in-person visits to the records custodian agencies.

Hanover County Court Records Search by Name

To search for a Hanover County court record by name, do the following:

• Visit the record’s custodian online database
• Navigate to the public records section.
• Select the name option when prompted for a search criteria
• Enter the case name or the name of any of the involved parties into the search tools and submit.

Also, for offline requests for Hanover County court records, requesters should include the case name or the names of the involved parties for a more effective search. Accessing some Hanover County court records may require eligibility and fee payments for processing and making copies of documents.

Hanover County Courts

In Hanover County, the Circuit, General District, and the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts make up the trial system. The Hanover County court structure mirrors the Virginia judicial setup. Per the Virginia hierarchical arrangement, the Circuit Court is the apex court in the Hanover County judiciary.

The Hanover County Circuit Court exercises general authority over civil and criminal cases but typically handles cases beyond the jurisdiction of the lower courts. The Circuit Court handles civil claims where the amount in dispute is more than $4,500.00 and has exclusive jurisdiction for claims greater than $25,000.00. In addition, the Hanover County Circuit Court presides over felonies and grand jury misdemeanor indictment cases.

The Hanover County General District Court oversees criminal and civil cases within its jurisdiction; these include

• Felonies, misdemeanors, ordinance violations, and traffic infractions
• Civil claims for amounts less than $25,000.00
• Adult mental commitment Proceedings.

The Hanover County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court handles family law cases (excluding divorce). Also, the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court oversees criminal cases involving family members.

To contact any of the courts in Hanover County, use the contact information below.

Hanover County Circuit Court - 15th Judicial Circuit
7530 County Complex Road
Hanover,
VA 23069
P.O. Box 39
Phone: (804) 365-6151
Fax: (804) 365-6278 (civil cases), (804) 365-7148 (criminal cases)

Hanover County General District Court - 15th Judicial District
7530 County Complex Rd 1st Floor
Hanover,
VA 23069-0176
P.O. Box 176
Phone: (804) 365-6191
Civil: (804) 365-6457
Fax: (804) 365-6290 (Traffic/Criminal), (804) 365-6436 (Civil)

Hanover County Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court
7530 County Complex Road
Hanover,
VA 23069-0086
P.O. Box 86
Phone: (804) 365-6200
Fax: (804) 365-6246

Hanover County District Court Records

Hanover County district court records refer to official documents on civil and criminal case trials within Hanover County General District Court. The Hanover County General District Court handles a variety of criminal and civil cases; these include:

• Misdemeanors
• DUIs
• Drug possessions
• Traffic infractions
• Preliminary hearings of felonies
• Small claims
• Landlord-tenant disagreements
• Contract Disputes
• Business disputes.

To access Hanover County district court records, requesters should:

• Log in to the Virginia Judicial System General District Court Online Case Information System
  • Type in or select Hanover General District Court from the drop menu
  • Click any of the search criteria under the Traffic/Criminal or Civil headers (the choice depends on the type of district court records)
  • Enter the required criterion into the search tools
  • Click search to look for Hanover County General District Court case records
• Request access to district court records through the Hanover County General District Court Clerk's Office at

7530 County Complex Road, Hanover, VA 23069
Phone: (804) 365-6191 (Traffic and Criminal Division).

Hanover County Criminal Records

Criminal records are official documents that comprehensively detail criminal activities and prosecutions. Hanover County criminal records refer to documents on criminal case trials and law enforcement agencies' efforts to fight crimes. In Hanover County, criminal records comprise documents on criminal case prosecutions and incarcerations.

Hanover criminal records are publicly available and may be accessible. Notwithstanding, federal and Virginia State laws do not allow public access to Hanover County criminal records that

• Relate to minor offenders.
• Impact ongoing investigation
• Are sealed or expunged by the court
• Reveal victim or witness information
• Expose grand jury proceedings.

Hanover County arrest records are part of the county's criminal records and may be available through law enforcement agencies. To access Hanover arrest records and other crime-related documents under the keep of law enforcement agencies:

• Submit a FOIA request to the Hanover County Sheriff's Office using the following contact information:

Hanover County Sheriff's Office,

7522 County Complex Road, Hanover,
VA 23069
P.O. Box 40
Phone: (804) 365-6107
Email: HCSOFOIA@hanovercounty.gov

• Log in to the Hanover County Pamunkey Regional Jail page, navigate to the Who's in Jail link, and access the JailTracker Portal to look for Hanover County arrest records.

Hanover County Criminal Court Case Lookup

To look for Hanover County criminal court case information, do the following:

• Call the Hanover County Circuit Court Clerk's Office at (804) 365-6151 and press 1, or send a mail or email request to

P.O. Box 39, Hanover,
VA 23069.
Email: hanovercc@vacourts.gov

• Visit the Hanover County Circuit Court Clerk's Office and make a FOIA request to access Hanover criminal records
• Log in to the Virginia Judicial System Online Case Information System 2.0:
  • Select the applicable options from the Search By, Court Level, and Court header
• Enter a name, case number, or hearing date into the search tools (this depends on the choice of criteria), and submit.

Get Hanover County Civil Court Records

Hanover County civil court records refer to official case files on non-criminal prosecutions within the Hanover County Circuit, General District, and Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Courts. Civil court records include but are not restricted to documents on cases relating to

• Family law
• Probate
• Personal injury claims
• Property disputes
• Employment
• Civil claims
• Business Litigation.

Maintaining Hanover County civil court records is the responsibility of the clerk offices of the Circuit, General District, and the Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Courts. Access to some Hanover County civil records may require eligibility due to privacy restrictions and fee payments. Notwithstanding, eligible individuals seeking to obtain documents or information on Hanover County civil cases should

• Log in to the Virginia Judicial System General District Court Online Case Information System
  • Click any of the search criteria under the Civil header
  • Enter/select Hanover General District Court from the Court drop menu
  • Provide the necessary information based on the search criterion and search for records
• Make a FOIA request to the Hanover County Circuit Court Clerk's Office through phone call, fax, email, mail, or in-person visit to:

Hanover County FOIA Officer

7516 County Complex Road
Hanover,
Virginia 23069
P.O. Box 470
Phone: (804) 365-6005
Fax: (804) 365-6234
Email: foiarequest@hanovercounty.gov

• Depending on the Hanover County court that handled the specific case, visit the Hanover County Circuit, General District, or Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Clerk's Office.

Hanover County Family Court Records

Hanover County family court records are case files on family-related case hearings within the Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court and the Circuit Court’s divorce Proceedings.

Typically, family court records include documents relating to

• Child Custody and Support
• Adoption
• Divorce
• Paternity
• Domestic Violence and Protective Orders
• Spousal Support
• Guardianship.

Per federal and state laws, some Hanover County family court records are exempt from public disclosure due to their private nature, and they are accessible to the involved parties, authorized government agencies, or through judicial orders only.

Family law records crucial documents that provide an account of familial relationships. Also, they are useful important documents for legal and administrative purposes, social and demographic studies, and genealogical research.

Hanover County family court records are available through the Hanover County Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court Clerk's Office. Records seekers should request access through calls or visits to the courthouse at:

7530 County Complex Road
Hanover,
VA 23069
Phone: (804) 365-6200

Also, information relating to Hanover County family court records may be available online through the Virginia Judicial System Case Information Portal.

Hanover County Marriage and Divorce Records

Marriage and divorce records are official documents on marriages and divorces. In Hanover County, marriage and divorce records are public. However, there are exceptions to public access to private information on divorce records.

To access a Hanover County marriage certificate or divorce record, do the following.

• Call or visit the Hanover County Clerk's Office at:

7530 County Complex Road, Hanover,
VA 23069
Phone: (804) 365-6151

• Log in to the Hanover County, Virginia - Self Service, and search for the Hanover marriage certificate from 1863 to present
• Order for Hanover County marriage or divorce records through the Virginia Department of Health's Office of Vital Records
• Search for Hanover County divorce records on the Virginia Judicial System's Online Case Information System Portal.

Hanover Birth and Death Records

Hanover County birth and death records are official documents on the birth and demise of persons within Hanover County, VA.

Per Virginia State laws, there are restrictions on public access to birth and death records. In addition to the owners of the records (for birth records) and their legal representatives, recent Hanover County birth and death records are accessible to immediate family members or through subpoenas only.

However, the public can access a Hanover County birth certificate 100 years from birth and a death decree 25 years after the demise of their owners.

Hanover County birth and death records are important personal and historical documents; they are useful for

• Obtaining government benefits
• Establishing lineage
• Demographic trends
• Health policy formation
• Epidemiological research
• Personal identification.

For interested persons, the following tips outline how to access Hanover County birth or death records:

For Births before and deaths before 1965 and 2015

• Log in to the Virginia Department of Health Office of Vital Records
  • Order for Hanover County birth or death certificate through an affiliate third-party website
  • Fill out the Online Application Form, and order a Hanover birth certificate or death decree

For Births and deaths after 1965 and 2015

• Visit the Hanover County Health Department at:

8499 Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville,
VA 23116.

To access Hanover County Vital Records, requesters may need to make payments. The following costs apply to accessing Hanover County birth or death records:

• $12.00 per copy of documents
• $10.00 for making amendments to existing records (if applicable). All fees are payable by check, money order, payment card, mobile pay, or cash.

The following costs are for orders through an affiliate third-party vendor:

Fees

• $20.80 for each certified record
• $11.95 non-refundable

Delivery Fees

$19.50 – UPS Air

$18.00 – UPS 2 Day Air

$00.00 – for regular mail delivery through the post office within the United States.

Hanover County Probate Court Records

Probate court records are official documents on cases relating to a deceased person's estate. A probate case record encompasses documents on

• Guardianship and Conservatorship
• Will Probate
• Trust and Estate Administration
• Name Change.

Typically, probate records information includes but is not limited to

• Death certificate of the decedent
• Petition for probate
• Receipts of acknowledgement of inheritance
• Inventories and Accounting
• Claims and Distributions
• Wills and Testamentary
• Notices and Publications
• Court Orders and Decrees.

In Hanover County, the Circuit Court handles probate cases. To access Hanover County probate court records, requesters should contact the Probate Division of the Hanover County Circuit Court Clerk's Office at

7530 County Complex Road
Hanover,
P.O. Box 39
VA 23069
Phone: (804) 365-6478
Fax: (804) 365-6278

Hanover County Property Records

Hanover County property records refer to official documentation on real estate within Hanover County, VA. Generally, a typical property record contains but is not limited to documents and information such as

• Deeds
• Parcel Number
• Zoning Information
• Property Sales History
• Plats and Maps
• Building Permit
• Property Tax Information
• Liens and Encumbrances
• Mortgages
• Property Survey
• Property Appraisal
• Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) (if applicable).

Members of the public seeking to access Hanover County property records should

• Log in to the Document Search (Index) Portal of the Hanover County, Virginia Self-Service
• Mail a request to access property records to the Hanover County Circuit Court Clerk's Office at:

Hanover Circuit Court Clerk’s Office

Post Office Box 39
Attention: Copies
Hanover,
VA 23069

• Call or visit the Hanover County Circuit Court Clerk's Office:
  • Make applicable payments
  • Request a FOIA request to access property records.

Accessing Hanover County property records involves fee payments. It costs 50¢ per copy of a property document plus an additional $2.00.00 credit card convenience charge.

Hanover County Court Records Online

The general public may be able to obtain court records by logging in to the Virginia Judicial System General District Court Online Case Information System. Alternatively, record seekers may be able to use third-party online resources to access documents and information. Third-party websites such as virginiacourtrecords.us provide public access to different court records. They gather various types of records from different sources and make them remotely available to interested persons at their wishes. In addition, they offer advanced, easy-to-use search tools and user-friendly interfaces to speed up searches. However, using non-governmental third-party resources for official records searches may result in incorrect or outdated information.