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Linda J. Moore
When you enter the courthouse
Not allowed in courthouse
Civil Court
Types of Cases
To prepay online
To prepay in person
To prepay by mail
How do I find out my court date in Chesterfield VA?
How much does it cost to file a civil suit in Virginia?
How much is a speeding ticket in Chesterfield VA?
How do I get a marriage license in Chesterfield VA?

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Linda J. Moore

General District Court
Title: General District Court Clerk
Phone: 804-748-1231

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When you enter the courthouse

Arrive at the courthouse well before your appearance time.
You should allow time to walk from the parking lots to the court building.
Pass through the metal detectors before going into the appropriate courtroom.
Once in the courtroom, stay in the courtroom until your case is called.
The clerks cannot check in the courtroom to see if your case has been called.

Depending on the size of the dockets, court can sometimes last all day.

Not allowed in courthouse

The Court prohibits:

ALL electronic devices including but not limited to:
- Cell phones that include a camera
- Tablets
- Laptop computers
- Radios
- Video games
- MP3 devices
- DVD and CD players
- Tape recorders
ANYTHING that could be used as a weapon including but not limited to:
- Guns
- Knives
- Scissors
- Nail trimmers
- Knitting needles
Food and drink are allowed ONLY IN RESTRICTED AREAS.
No smoking is allowed.

Accommodation Requests
Accommodation requests should be made as soon as the need is identified. Find out how to make an accommodation request concerning a language interpreter or person with disabilities.
Appearing in General District Court
You must appear in court on all criminal offenses. Learn more about the General Court's proceedings.
Circuit Court - Safety & Security
View rules and regulations intended to keep Court buildings safe and secure.
Circuit Court - Employment & Internships
Browse job listings, internships, and Law Clerk positions.
Circuit/General District - Rules Governing Courts Buildings
Learn more about the rules governing Circuit/General District courts.
Court Closings, Inclement Weather, Holidays
Check when the Chesterfield Courts will be closed.
Court Dress Code & Etiquette
Learn more about dress code and etiquette to conform to when in the courtroom.
Courtroom Technology
Technology resources in Chesterfield courtrooms
Courts' Response to COVID-19 Coronavirus
General District Court - Safety and Security
Review the rules and restrictions for entering the General District Court.
JDR Court - Rules Governing Court Building
Learn more about the rules governing the Juvenile Domestic Relations Court.
JDR Court - Safety and Security
Review court safety and security information for the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court.
Legal Resources or Advice
Clerk's Office personnel strive to provide the most efficient and effective service to all customers, but staff members are prohibited by law from providing legal advice, interpreting the law, or recommending legal action. Find alternative sources for this information.
Remote Appearances

Civil Court

Types of Cases

Civil Division handles cases involving

Monetary claims up to $25,000
Claims for recovery of personal property

Examples of civil cases are landlord and tenant disputes, contract disputes and personal injury claims.

If your civil suit is for $5,000 or less, you may be able to file your case under the Small Claims Court.

Prepayment

To prepay online

You can use the link below and follow the instructions given on the website:

http://www.courts.state.va.us/caseinfo/tickets.html

To prepay in person

If you decide to prepay your traffic ticket in person, you may pay by

Cash
Visa
MasterCard
Check or money order made payable to Chesterfield County General District Court

You may prepay your ticket in person up to the day before your court date by 4 p.m. Bring your summons with you.

NOTE: There is a 4% fee for credit card payments.

To prepay by mail

If you decide to prepay your traffic ticket by mail, you will need to send

traffic ticket (signed that you are waiving your court appearance)
check or money order made payable to the Chesterfield County General District Court
a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your payment, if you wish to be mailed a receipt.

You can prepay by mail up to eight (8) days before your court date.

NOTE: Your payment is effective only on the date received by the clerk's office, not the date you mailed it. You assume the risk in using the mail for delivery.

For a listing of prepayable traffic offenses go to www.courts.state.va.us.

How do I find out my court date in Chesterfield VA?

Access Cases Online.

Log into the Virginia Judicial System website..

Select General District Court under Case Status and Information..

Select “Chesterfield GDC”.

Access by Name, Case Number, or Date..

How much does it cost to file a civil suit in Virginia?

If your lawsuit is for more than $200, the filing fee is $26, plus $12 for each person or business you are suing. If your lawsuit is for $200 or less, the filing fee is $21, plus $12 for each person or business you are suing. If you win the judgment will include your filing & service fees.

How much is a speeding ticket in Chesterfield VA?

Traffic Ticket Fines In general, your Virginia speeding ticket cost can expect to pay $6 for every mile over the limit you were driving. This fee jumps up to $7 per mile over when driving in a school or work zone, and $8 per mile over in a residential area, with an additional $200 tacked on!