Search Greene County Criminal History
Greene County criminal history records are maintained at the Circuit Court in Stanardsville. Felony case files are held by the Circuit Court clerk, while misdemeanor records are at the General District Court. You can search these records through Virginia's online court portals or request copies in person at the Stanardsville courthouse.
Greene County Overview
Greene County Circuit Court Criminal Records
The Greene Circuit Court is part of the 16th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The Clerk of Court is Hon. Ashby Lamb-Gomez, reachable at alambgomez@vacourts.gov. General office hours are 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Recording hours are slightly shorter, running from 8:15 AM to 4:00 PM. The phone number is (434) 985-5208 and the fax is (434) 985-6723. The mailing address is P.O. Box 386, Stanardsville, VA 22973. The physical address is 22 Court Street, Stanardsville, VA 22973.
The Circuit Court handles all felony criminal cases in Greene County. This is where serious charges are tried, where grand juries meet, and where felony sentences are handed down. The clerk's office keeps criminal case files from all Circuit Court proceedings. These records include indictments, plea agreements, trial transcripts, and sentencing orders. All are available to the public unless the court has specifically sealed them. To get copies, visit during office hours or send a written request to the clerk at P.O. Box 386.
| Office | Greene County Circuit Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 386 Stanardsville, VA 22973 |
| Physical Address | 22 Court Street Stanardsville, VA 22973 |
| Phone | (434) 985-5208 |
| Fax | (434) 985-6723 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM (Recording until 4:00 PM) |
| Website | vacourts.gov - Greene Circuit Court |
The Greene Circuit Court at 22 Court Street in Stanardsville handles felony cases and serves as the primary criminal records repository for Greene County.
General District Court in Greene County
Greene County's General District Court is part of the 16th Judicial District. It handles misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic matters, and preliminary hearings for felony charges. When someone is arrested in Greene County for a felony, the first court appearance is in General District Court. The judge holds a preliminary hearing to determine if evidence is strong enough to send the case to the Circuit Court. Misdemeanor cases are resolved at this level and those records stay here.
Use the General District Court Case Information portal to search recent criminal cases from Greene County's General District Court online. For older records or full case files, visit the clerk's office at the Stanardsville courthouse on Court Street.
Greene County Sheriff's Office
The Greene County Sheriff's Office is the county's primary law enforcement agency. It handles patrol, investigates crimes, and makes arrests throughout the county. Arrests made by the Sheriff's Office are reported to the Virginia State Police and feed into the statewide criminal history database. For public records requests, the Sheriff's Office follows the Virginia Freedom of Information Act. The Greene County government website at greenecountyva.gov provides access to county services and department contact information.
Greene County also has a Sheriff's Department website. At the time of research, the site at greenesheriff.com was still in development. For current contact information and services, check the main county government website or call the courthouse at (434) 985-5208 to be directed to the Sheriff's Office.
The Greene County government website provides access to county departments including the Sheriff's Department. It is a starting point for public records and law enforcement contact information.
Search Greene County Criminal History Online
Virginia's Online Case Information System (OCIS) is the main tool for searching criminal records connected to Greene County. You can search by defendant name, case number, or hearing date. The system covers general district courts and select circuit courts. It shows case status, docket entries, and basic party information. No payment can be made through this tool, and it does not show full case documents.
The Virginia Courts Case Information hub links all search portals in one place. From there you can navigate to the right tool for General District Court or Circuit Court records in Greene County. If you know the approximate year a case was filed, that helps narrow your search results quickly. For cases that are not showing up online, contact the Circuit Court clerk at (434) 985-5208.
Note: The recording deadline at the Greene Circuit Court is 4:00 PM, which is earlier than the general office closing time. If you are visiting to file something or have a document recorded, plan to arrive before 4 PM.
Virginia State Police Criminal Record Checks
The Virginia State Police runs the official criminal history repository for the Commonwealth. To get a formal record check that covers Greene County cases and all Virginia courts, submit a request through the VSP Criminal Record Check portal. Use Form SP-167 for personal record requests. The VSP Central Criminal Records Exchange (CARE) holds conviction and arrest data from across the state. Virginia Code Section 19.2-389 governs who can access this data and at what level. The public can view conviction records, but arrest data without conviction is restricted.
VADOC Inmate Locator
People sentenced in Greene County who are serving time in Virginia state prisons can be found through the VADOC Inmate Locator. Search by name or offender number. The tool shows current facility, sentence details, and projected release date. It only covers state correctional facilities. For information about people held in local custody in Greene County, contact the Sheriff's Office directly.
Public Criminal Records in Greene County
Virginia law makes most criminal court records publicly accessible. The Greene County Circuit Court and General District Court maintain records that any member of the public can request to see or copy. You do not need a special reason or a connection to the case. The clerk's office handles these requests during normal business hours. Plain copies cost less than certified copies. Both are available for most criminal proceedings.
Some records are not public. Juvenile cases are sealed by law. Expunged records are removed from public view under Virginia expungement statutes. In some cases, victim information or certain sensitive details in a file may be redacted. The full criminal history report, which includes arrests and non-conviction data, is only available to authorized entities under Virginia Code Section 19.2-389. The public can generally get conviction records and open case dockets through the clerk's office or the OCIS online system.
Greene County is part of the 16th Judicial Circuit and District, which also covers Goochland, Louisa, and Fluvanna Counties. Records from cases that crossed county lines or involved multiple courts may be spread across several offices. If you are researching a case and are not sure which county holds the primary file, start with the court where the charges were first filed.
The Greene County Sheriff's Office is the law enforcement agency responsible for patrol and criminal investigations. Arrest records from the office are reported to the statewide criminal history system.
Cities Near Greene County
Greene County is a small county in the Virginia Piedmont region. The nearest independent city with its own court system is Charlottesville to the south. Criminal cases in Greene County are handled through the county courts in Stanardsville, not through Charlottesville city courts.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Greene. Each has its own circuit court and general district court for criminal cases.