Loudoun County Criminal History Records

Loudoun County criminal history records are maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk and the General District Court in Leesburg, Virginia. If you need to search a criminal case, find an arrest record, or get copies of court documents in Loudoun County, this page covers the main courts, the Sheriff's Office, and the online tools available to the public. Loudoun County is part of the 20th Judicial Circuit and is one of the most populated counties in Virginia.

Loudoun County Circuit Court Criminal Records

The Loudoun County Circuit Court is part of the 20th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. It is the primary court of record for felony criminal cases in the county. The circuit court handles all serious felony charges, civil cases with claims over $25,000, family matters, and appeals from the General District Court. The Clerk of the Circuit Court is Hon. Gary M. Clemens. The Clerk creates and maintains all court files, prepares court orders and jury lists, contacts jurors, and issues summons and court processes. Criminal case records from the Loudoun Circuit Court are public under Virginia law.

The Loudoun Circuit Court is located at 18 E. Market St., 3rd floor, Leesburg, VA 20176. The mailing address is P.O. Box 550, Leesburg, VA 20178. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. All visitors are subject to security screening, and mobile devices with cameras are not permitted in the courthouse. Financial transactions are accepted Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and online payment of criminal fines and costs is available 24/7. Civil trial scheduling is done by phone every Monday and Tuesday at 9 a.m. at 571-258-3708.

The screenshot below shows the Loudoun Circuit Court official page on vacourts.gov.

The Loudoun Circuit Court page on vacourts.gov lists the clerk's contact information, security policies, and hours for requesting criminal case records in person or by mail.

General District Court in Loudoun County

The Loudoun General District Court is part of the 20th Judicial District of Virginia. The Clerk of Court is Carla Marie Clark, and the court is located at 2 Church Street NE, Leesburg, VA 20176. Public Information phone is (703) 777-0312. Office hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays. If Loudoun County Government closes for inclement weather, the court closes as well.

The Loudoun General District Court handles a wide range of criminal matters. Civil dockets run Monday through Friday and cover motions, returns, trials, and small claims. Criminal dockets include arraignments, preliminary hearings, bond hearings, and traffic matters. A Veterans Docket is held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 3:00 p.m. A Mental Health Docket is held on Fridays at 2:00 p.m. The court has multiple presiding judges including Chief Judge Lorrie Ann Sinclair Taylor and Judges William R. Fitzpatrick, Jessica H. Foster, and Eric M. Shamis. The screenshot below shows the Loudoun General District Court page from vacourts.gov.

This view of the Loudoun County courts and judicial services page shows the detailed docket schedule, specialty dockets, and court information for criminal history searches.

Loudoun County Sheriff's Office

The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) provides law enforcement services for the entire county. The LCSO publishes news and press releases about arrests, investigations, and community safety programs. It operates a Crime Dashboard that gives residents access to up-to-date crime data. The office also offers Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) programs, drug take-back events, and public safety outreach. The LCSO has earned accreditation as an Accredited Center of Excellence (ACE) for Emergency Police Dispatching.

The Sheriff's Office runs a Citizens' Police Academy for community education. Arrest records and incident reports from Loudoun County originate with this office. To request public records, contact the Sheriff's Office directly or submit a written FOIA request. The Sheriff's website at loudoun.gov/sheriff has news, press releases, and law enforcement contact details. The screenshot below shows the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office page.

The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office page shows law enforcement news, crime data resources, and contact information relevant to criminal history searches in the county.

Another useful resource is the Loudoun Circuit Court Clerk page at loudoun.gov/clerk, which shows how to access court records, request documents, and contact the Clerk's Office directly for criminal case information. The screenshot below shows that page.

The Loudoun County Circuit Court Clerk page provides detailed information on how to access court records, request certified copies, and contact the clerk for criminal case information.

Criminal History Search in Loudoun County

Virginia offers free online tools for searching criminal history records in Loudoun County. The two main systems are the Circuit Court Online Case Information System (OCIS) and the General District Court portal. Both are free, publicly available, and cover years of Loudoun County case data.

The Virginia Circuit Court Online Case Information System (OCIS) lets you search for felony and misdemeanor appeal cases filed in the Loudoun Circuit Court. Search by name or case number. Results include defendant details, charge information, hearing dates, case disposition, and sentencing data. The system is maintained by the Office of the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Court of Virginia. Online payment of criminal fines and costs for Loudoun County is also available 24/7 through the court's systems.

For misdemeanor and traffic cases, use the Virginia General District Court Case Information System. This portal covers the Loudoun General District Court in Leesburg. Search by name, case number, or hearing date. The central case search page at vacourts.gov/caseinfo/home links to both systems. The Loudoun County government also provides a courts and judicial services page at loudoun.gov with additional local resources.

Note: Online records are for reference only. For certified copies or official record verification, contact the Loudoun Circuit Court Clerk at (703) 777-0270.

Virginia State Police Criminal Record Checks

The Virginia State Police (VSP) manages the Civil and Applicant Records Exchange (CARE) program for public criminal history requests. Submit Form SP-167 to request a name-based record check. The CARE office is at 7700 Midlothian Turnpike North in Richmond. Visit the VSP criminal record check page for full instructions.

Virginia Code 19.2-389 governs the release of criminal history records to courts, law enforcement, and the public. The CARE program handles three types of searches: name-based public checks (SP-167), employer checks (SP-230), and fingerprint-based volunteer checks (SP-266). For a statewide check that covers more than Loudoun County's local courts, the VSP CARE system is the right option. For legal questions about criminal records access, the Virginia Lawyer Referral Service is at (800) 552-7977.

VADOC Inmate Locator

The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) provides a free online inmate locator for finding people currently serving state prison sentences. Search by name or by seven-digit inmate ID. Results show the current facility and expected release date.

This tool covers only state correctional facilities. It does not include people held in the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center or those in pre-trial status. For local detention, contact the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office at (703) 777-0270 or visit loudoun.gov/sheriff. VADOC data is updated daily.

Criminal Records Access in Loudoun County

Virginia law presumes most court records are public. Under Code Sections 16.1-69.54:1 and 17.1-208, criminal case filings, dockets, and case dispositions are open for public inspection unless restricted by law. Virginia Code 19.2-389 sets the rules for releasing criminal history record information to courts, law enforcement, and individuals for authorized purposes.

Some records are sealed or restricted. Juvenile criminal records are confidential under Virginia law. Expunged records are removed from public access after the court grants the petition. Records tied to active investigations may be withheld. The Circuit Court Clerk in Leesburg and the General District Court Clerk can tell you what is and is not accessible for any specific case. Virginia's Freedom of Information Act provides a path to challenge any improper denial of public records access.

Loudoun County is one of Virginia's largest and fastest-growing counties. Its courts handle a high volume of criminal cases each year. Most people searching criminal history in Loudoun County will find what they need through the free online systems or by calling the Clerk's Office directly. Court filings, criminal dockets, judgments, and sentencing orders are all part of the public record.

Cities in or Near Loudoun County

The Town of Leesburg is located within Loudoun County. The nearby cities of Manassas and Manassas Park are just across the Prince William County border.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Loudoun County in Northern Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley.