Search Fairfax County Criminal History

Fairfax County criminal history records are maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk and accessible through state court systems and the county's own online resources. As Virginia's most populous county, Fairfax has one of the busiest court systems in the state, with multiple courtrooms and judges handling criminal cases across the 19th Judicial Circuit. This page explains how to search Fairfax County criminal records online, contact the courts and Sheriff, request records through official channels, and use state-level criminal history tools.

Fairfax County Circuit Court

The Fairfax County Circuit Court is part of the 19th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The Clerk of Court is Hon. Christopher J. Falcon. General court information is available by phone at (703) 691-7320, and the Clerk's Office can be reached at (703) 246-4111. Fax is (703) 273-6564. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The court has many judges, including Chief Judge Hon. Penney S. Azcarate. Criminal Motions are held Fridays at 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Arraignments run Monday through Thursday at 10:00 a.m. and Friday at 9:00 a.m.

Grand Juries meet on the 3rd Monday of every odd-numbered month. Interim Grand Juries sit on the 3rd Monday of even-numbered months. Misdemeanor Term Day is the 1st Monday of each month. Civil Term Day is the 4th Monday of every odd month at 10:00 a.m. The Circuit Court handles all felony criminal cases in the county, civil suits over $25,000, family law matters, and appeals from the General District Court. The Clerk maintains all official case files, including complete criminal case records going back many years.

The Fairfax Circuit Court page on the Virginia Judiciary website shows the full list of judges, court schedules, clerk contact information, and procedures for criminal case filings.

Fairfax County General District Court

The Fairfax County General District Court is part of the 19th Judicial District of Virginia. The Clerk of Court is Susan D. Madsen. This court handles misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, and civil matters under $25,000. It also conducts preliminary hearings for felony cases before transfer to Circuit Court. The court has multiple divisions to handle the volume of cases in Virginia's largest county.

The main location is at 4110 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 210, Fairfax, VA 22030. There are also branch divisions in Herndon at 765 Lynn Street and in Vienna at 127 Center Street South. Phone numbers for the court include (703) 246-3764 for automated payment and case information, (703) 246-3012 for civil matters, (703) 246-3305 for criminal cases, and (703) 246-2815 for traffic. Payments can be sent to 4110 Chain Bridge Road, Room 106, Fairfax, VA 22030.

The Fairfax General District Court page lists all division locations, clerk contact information, phone numbers for each division, and court schedules for misdemeanor and traffic cases.

Fairfax County Sheriff and Police

The Fairfax County Sheriff's Office is led by Sheriff Stacey A. Kincaid. The Sheriff's Office operates the Adult Detention Center, provides courthouse security, and serves civil process papers throughout the county and in the towns of Herndon and Vienna and Fairfax City. For information about individuals held at the Adult Detention Center, contact the Sheriff's Office at (703) 246-3227. The detention center is the local facility where people awaiting trial in Fairfax County are held.

The Fairfax County Police Department handles the majority of criminal investigations and traffic enforcement in the county. For non-emergency calls, reach the police at (703) 691-2131. For emergencies, dial 911. For out-of-area emergencies, call (703) 691-2233. The police department's website at fairfaxcounty.gov/police has contact information, reporting tools, and community programs. Arrest records and police reports are typically available through a FOIA request to the Police Department.

The Fairfax County Sheriff's Office website provides information about the Adult Detention Center, civil process service, court security operations, and community engagement programs.

Search Criminal History in Fairfax County

The Virginia OCIS system lets you search Fairfax County Circuit Court felony criminal records by name or case number. Results include charges, hearing dates, case status, and dispositions. The system is free and available 24 hours a day. Because Fairfax County has a high volume of cases, the search may return multiple results for common names, so use additional identifiers like date of birth or case number when possible.

For misdemeanor cases, traffic tickets, and lower-level criminal matters in Fairfax County, use the General District Court online case search. This covers all three Fairfax GDC divisions. You can search by name, case number, or hearing date. Both systems are maintained by the Virginia Judiciary and display official court data.

The Virginia Courts case information portal provides additional search options and case status updates. For copies of specific documents or certified case records, contact the Circuit Court Clerk's Office at (703) 246-4111. Staff can locate records and arrange copies. Fairfax County also has a FOIA process through fairfaxcounty.gov/publicaffairs/foia for records held by county agencies.

The Fairfax County Police Department website provides information on how to report crimes, obtain police reports, and contact the department for non-emergency matters related to criminal history research.

Virginia State Police Criminal Record Checks

For a statewide criminal history check, the Virginia State Police provides formal record check services at vsp.virginia.gov/criminal-record-check/. Individuals can request their own record using Form SP-167. Submit the form with your information and the required fee. The result reflects all Virginia criminal history on file, not just Fairfax County records. Under Virginia Code § 19.2-389, criminal history record information is restricted to authorized purposes and parties. The State Police also administers the CARE system for authorized agencies.

VADOC Inmate Locator

To find someone serving time in a Virginia state prison, use the VADOC inmate locator. Search by name or inmate ID to get facility location, sentence details, and projected release date. This covers state correctional facilities. For individuals held at the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center, contact the Sheriff's Office at (703) 246-3227 for current detainee information.

Public Criminal Records Access in Fairfax County

Criminal court records in Fairfax County are public under Title 17.1 of the Code of Virginia. The Circuit Court Clerk maintains the official files for all felony criminal cases. You can inspect records in person at the Fairfax courthouse or request copies by contacting the Clerk's Office at (703) 246-4111. Staff can search by name or case number. Copy fees apply under state law. Certified copies require an additional fee per document.

For records held by county agencies outside of the courts, the Virginia Freedom of Information Act applies. Fairfax County provides a FOIA Office at fairfaxcounty.gov/publicaffairs/foia. The county must respond to requests within five working days. Under Virginia Code § 19.2-389, criminal history records have specific access restrictions and are not fully available to the public through FOIA. For police department records, submit a FOIA request to the Fairfax County Police Department. The county provides cost estimates on request before producing records.

Records that are not public include juvenile case files, sealed court documents, adoption records, and active criminal investigations. For help understanding your rights under Virginia's FOIA, contact the Virginia Freedom of Information Advisory Council at foiacouncil.dls.virginia.gov or by calling (804) 225-3056.

Cities Near Fairfax County

Fairfax County surrounds several independent cities. These cities have their own circuit courts and criminal record systems but are geographically within or adjacent to Fairfax County.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Fairfax County. Each has its own court system for criminal cases and public records requests.