Buckingham County Criminal Records
Buckingham County criminal records are maintained at the Circuit Court and the Combined General and JDR District Courts. The Sheriff's Office keeps arrest records. This page covers how to find Buckingham County criminal history online and in person, including court contact information and access to statewide search tools.
Buckingham County Overview
Buckingham County Circuit Court
The Buckingham County Circuit Court is part of the 10th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The Clerk of Court is Hon. Justin D. Midkiff. Office hours run from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday. The court is located at 13061 W. James Anderson Hwy., P.O. Box 107, Buckingham, VA 23921. Phone: (434) 969-4734. Fax: (434) 969-2043. This court has jurisdiction over all felony criminal proceedings, major civil suits, and appeals from the lower courts in Buckingham County.
Felony criminal records in Buckingham County are kept at the Circuit Court. The clerk maintains files with indictments, arraignment records, plea agreements, conviction orders, and sentencing documents. These records are public and can be reviewed during business hours. The clerk can provide copies for a per-page fee. Certified copies cost more than plain copies. The Buckingham Circuit Court page has current contact details and hours.
The Buckingham Circuit Court page on vacourts.gov shows the clerk's name, contact details, and office hours for the court that holds felony criminal records in Buckingham County.
| Office | Buckingham County Circuit Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Hon. Justin D. Midkiff |
| Address | 13061 W. James Anderson Hwy., P.O. Box 107, Buckingham, VA 23921 |
| Phone | (434) 969-4734 |
| Fax | (434) 969-2043 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
General District Court in Buckingham County
Buckingham County operates Combined General and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts in the 10th Judicial District. The Clerk of Court is Danelle C. Walker. Hours are 8:00 AM to 4:15 PM Monday through Friday. The court is at 13049 W. James Anderson Hwy., P.O. Box 127, Buckingham, VA 23921. Phone: (434) 969-4755. Fax: (434) 969-1762. The Combined Courts handle misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, and preliminary hearings for felonies.
Misdemeanor criminal records in Buckingham County are kept at the Combined Courts. This is the right office to contact for traffic offense history, Class 1 or Class 2 misdemeanor convictions, or preliminary hearing outcomes. The Buckingham Combined Courts page lists current hours and contact information. You can also search online using the Virginia General District Court case system.
The Buckingham Combined Courts page on vacourts.gov shows the clerk name, phone, fax, address, and hours for the district courts in Buckingham County.
Buckingham County Sheriff's Office
The Buckingham County Sheriff's Office is led by Sheriff W. G. "Billy" Kidd Jr., who has been in office since January 1, 2008. The office is at P.O. Box 50, Buckingham, VA 23921. Phone: 434-969-1772. Sheriff Kidd can be reached by email at bkidd@buckinghamcounty.virginia.gov. The Sheriff's Office provides all law enforcement services for Buckingham County including criminal investigations, arrests, courthouse security, civil process service, and jail management. The office maintains arrest records, incident reports, and criminal investigative files.
To request records from the Buckingham County Sheriff's Office, contact the office in writing under Virginia FOIA. The office has five working days to respond. Basic arrest records are generally available to the public. Records tied to ongoing investigations may be withheld. If a request is denied, the office must explain in writing which FOIA exemption applies. For jail inmate information, call 434-969-1772 directly.
Under Virginia Code Sections 16.1-69.54:1 and 17.1-208, court documents in Buckingham County are open for public inspection. Anyone can review case dockets showing schedules and case progress, complaints and motions filed by parties, summons issued to defendants, court orders and judgments, and hearing transcripts. Records restricted from public access include documents containing Social Security numbers, juvenile case files, and records related to ongoing investigations or public safety matters.
Search Criminal History in Buckingham County
The fastest way to search Buckingham County criminal history online is through Virginia's statewide court portals. The Virginia Circuit Court Online Case Information System covers all Circuit Courts statewide. Search by defendant name to find charge details, case status, disposition, and sentence information. The database covers cases from early 2009 to present and is updated regularly.
For misdemeanor and traffic matters from the Combined Courts, use the Virginia General District Court Online Case Information System. This covers Combined Courts statewide including Buckingham County. Accept the terms before each search session. The tool shows basic case information and hearing dates. It is not the official court record, but it is a useful starting point before contacting the clerk for certified documents.
The Virginia Courts Case Information portal links both search systems and is a good entry point for any records search. All tools are free and available to anyone with internet access.
Virginia State Police Criminal Record Checks
The Virginia State Police handles statewide criminal record checks through its CARE office in Richmond. Use Form SP-167 to request a name-based check. The process is governed by Virginia Code § 19.2-389, which defines who can access criminal history records. Members of the public may request their own records. Results draw from court dispositions reported across Virginia, including Buckingham County. For complete or recent records, contact the court clerk directly.
VADOC Inmate Locator
The Virginia Department of Corrections maintains an Inmate Locator for people held in state correctional facilities. Search by name or offender ID to find current or former state inmates from Buckingham County. Results include the facility, sentence length, and projected release date. This tool covers state prisons only and does not include local jail information. For the Buckingham County local jail, contact the Sheriff's Office at 434-969-1772.
Note: The Buckingham Correctional Center is a state facility located in Buckingham County. VADOC's Inmate Locator covers inmates housed there and at other state facilities.
Criminal Records Access in Buckingham County
Criminal court records in Buckingham County are public under Virginia Code §§ 16.1-69.54:1 and 17.1-208. Anyone can review case dockets, charge information, and court orders at the Circuit Court or Combined Courts during business hours. No ID or reason is required to look at a public court file. Copies are available for a per-page fee from the clerk's office.
Restricted records include juvenile case files, records sealed by court order, and cases expunged under Virginia Code § 19.2-392.2. Documents that contain Social Security numbers, records tied to active investigations, and information that could identify sexual assault victims are also restricted. Arrest records held by law enforcement fall under Virginia Code § 19.2-389, which places additional limits on access beyond what applies to court filings.
People in Buckingham County who qualify for expungement must petition the Circuit Court. If granted, the court notifies the State Police and other agencies to update or clear the record. The expungement removes the case from public access at the court level and from the State Police database.
Cities Near Buckingham County
Buckingham County has no independent cities within its borders. Nearby qualifying cities are in adjacent counties.
Nearby Counties
Buckingham County borders these counties. Check jurisdiction before requesting records.