Bland County Criminal Records

Bland County criminal records are held by the Circuit Court and the Combined General and JDR District Courts, both located at the courthouse on Main Street in Bland. This page explains how to find criminal history in Bland County, which offices to contact, and what online tools are available.

Bland County Circuit Court

The Bland County Circuit Court sits within the 27th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The Clerk of Court is Hon. Lisa A Hall. Office hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. The court is located at 612 Main Street, Suite 104, P.O. Box 295, Bland, VA 24315. Phone: (276) 688-4562. Fax: (276) 688-2438. The Circuit Court handles all felony criminal proceedings, major civil suits, and appeals from the lower courts in Bland County.

All felony criminal cases in Bland County go through the Circuit Court. The clerk keeps the official records -- indictments, conviction orders, sentencing documents, and other filings that make up the court file. These records are public under Virginia law and can be reviewed in person at the courthouse. For certified copies, contact the clerk's office directly. The Bland Circuit Court page on vacourts.gov has the most current contact information.

The Bland Circuit Court page on the Virginia Judicial System website shows clerk contact details and office hours for the court that handles felony criminal cases in Bland County.

General District Court in Bland County

Bland County uses a Combined Court for its General District and Juvenile and Domestic Relations matters. The Combined Courts operate in the 27th Judicial District. The Clerk of Court is Vicky Graham Reedy. Hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Payments stop at 4:00 PM daily. As of December 2024, credit and debit card payments can be made online at vacourts.gov. Phone: (276) 688-4433. Fax: (276) 688-4789. The court handles misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, and preliminary felony hearings.

The Combined Courts maintain records for misdemeanor criminal cases in Bland County. If you need to look up a traffic offense, a minor criminal charge, or the outcome of a preliminary hearing, this is the court to contact. The Bland Combined Courts page has current contact details and payment policy information.

The Bland Combined Courts page lists clerk name, phone, hours, and the updated payment policy for the district court in Bland County.

Bland County Sheriff's Office

The Bland County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency for the county. The office provides full law enforcement services including criminal investigations, arrests, courthouse security, service of legal papers, and execution of court orders. Arrest records, incident reports, and other law enforcement files are maintained here. The Bland County Sheriff's Office page on the county website includes information about FOIA requests and how to contact the department.

Public records requests for Sheriff's Office records must be submitted in writing under Virginia FOIA. The Sheriff's Department page on the Bland County website includes a link to the FOIA Request Rights and Responsibilities form. Basic arrest records are generally public. Records tied to active investigations or records that would identify confidential informants may be withheld. The Sheriff can be reached through the county government website or by visiting the courthouse in Bland.

The Bland County Sheriff's Office page on the county website includes department information and a link to the FOIA request process for law enforcement records.

Search Criminal History in Bland County

You can search Bland County criminal history online using Virginia's statewide court portals. For felony cases, start with the Virginia Circuit Court Online Case Information System. This covers all Circuit Courts in Virginia, including Bland County. Search by defendant name to find charge information, filing date, disposition, and sentence. The database includes cases from early 2009 to the present.

For misdemeanor and traffic cases, use the Virginia General District Court Online Case Information System. This covers Combined Courts like Bland County's. Accept the terms before each session. The portal shows status, hearing dates, and basic case details. It is a good first step, though it does not replace the official court file held by the clerk.

The Bland County government website covers all county departments and includes links to the Sheriff, Clerk of Circuit Court, and other offices. Use it to find contact details and verify hours before visiting in person.

The Bland County government website lists all county departments and contact information, including links to offices that handle criminal history records.

Virginia State Police Criminal Record Checks

The Virginia State Police handles statewide criminal history record checks through its CARE office in Richmond. Use Form SP-167 to request a name-based check. This process is governed by Virginia Code § 19.2-389, which defines who may access criminal history record information. You can request your own record. Results come from court dispositions reported statewide, including cases from Bland County courts.

VADOC Inmate Locator

The Virginia Department of Corrections provides an Inmate Locator for people housed in state correctional facilities. Search by name or offender ID to find current or past state inmates from Bland County. The tool shows the facility, projected release date, and sentence information. It does not cover people held at the Bland County local jail. For local jail information, contact the Sheriff's Office.

Note: Local jail records are separate from VADOC records. The Bland County Sheriff's Office manages the local detention facility and can answer questions about local incarceration.

Criminal Records Access in Bland County

Criminal court records in Bland County are public records under Virginia Code §§ 16.1-69.54:1 and 17.1-208. Anyone can review case dockets, charge descriptions, and court orders at the Circuit Court or Combined Courts during business hours. You do not need to explain why you want the record. The clerk can provide copies for a per-page fee.

Restricted records include juvenile case files, records sealed by court order, and cases expunged under Virginia Code § 19.2-392.2. Once a case is expunged, the court and the State Police must remove it from public records. Arrest records held by the Sheriff are treated as law enforcement records under Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and may be subject to additional restrictions. But basic arrest data is generally available unless tied to an ongoing investigation.

Bland County residents who believe a criminal record contains errors can contact the court clerk to review the official file. If an offense qualifies for expungement, they must petition the Circuit Court. The court will notify relevant agencies to update or remove the record if the petition is granted.

Cities Near Bland County

Bland County has no independent cities within its borders. The nearest qualifying cities are in adjacent counties.

Nearby Counties

These counties share a border with Bland County. Check the correct jurisdiction before requesting records.