FAQs

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Clerk of the Circuit Court

1. What are the Circuit Court's hours?: The Circuit Clerk’s Office is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please note that recording, issuance of marriage licenses and receipting ends at 4:00 p.m. The office will be closed on scheduled State holidays. Call 540-775-3322 for court scheduling.

2. What types of cases are heard in the Circuit Court?

Cases

Adoptions
Appeals from General District Court, and Appeals of civil matters from the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Appeals of felonies and misdemeanors committed by juveniles
Cases involving juveniles 14 or older that have been certified to the Circuit Court by the Juvenile and Domestic Relations General District Court
Civil cases (Law): Exclusive jurisdiction for almost all claims exceeding $15,000
Concurrent jurisdiction with the General District Court for claims from $3,000 to $15,000
Equity suits
Felonies and misdemeanors originating from grand jury indictments
Name changes
Writs of mandamus, prohibition and certiorari involving proceedings arising from actions of the local governing body

3. Do I need an attorney to represent me?

You are not required to have an attorney; however, it is highly recommended to consult one regarding your case. PLEASE NOTE that the Circuit Court's staff cannot give you legal advice, recommend legal action, or interpret legal documents, procedures, or requirements. Further, they are not responsible for the content of documents submitted to the Court or for ensuring that the parties comply with the filing requirements. You are encouraged to seek the advice of a licensed Virginia attorney for such matters.

The following are several options if you need assistance in finding an attorney:

You may contact the Virginia Attorney Referral Service at 800-552-7977
Ask family and friends for suggestions
Check your local telephone book's yellow pages
Check the various websites
Check with your employer to determine if your company participates in a prepaid legal services plan
Prepaid legal services plans are similar to health insurance plans that are based on coverage under a policy on which the employer and/or employee pays a monthly premium
Local legal aid is through Rappahannock Legal Services at 540-371-1105
If you were appointed a public defender they can be contacted at 540-899-4814

4. How much are the Circuit Court's filing fees?: Lists of the Law, Civil and Miscellaneous Filing Fees are available on-line at http://webdev.courts.state.va.us/cgi-bin/DJIT/ef_djs_ccfees_calc.cgi. They are only a guide and may change from time to time. Call the Clerk's Office at 540-775-3322 to determine the exact costs.

5. How long is a "term" of Circuit Court?: The length of a "term" of court in the King George Circuit Court is four (4) months. Terms of court begin on the second Thursday of January, April, July, and October.

6. How are cases scheduled on the Circuit Court's docket?

Misdemeanor and traffic infractions appealed to the Circuit Court from General District Court are set on the next term day after appeal is perfected. Criminal and Civil cases are set by the court on term days in accordance with local rules. Grand Juries convene on term day which is the second Thursday of January, April, July, and October.

Motions are scheduled by appointment only. Please call the clerk at 540-775-3322 for available dates. Trial dates for civil cases are set on term days by the filing of a praecipe.

7. Where is the Circuit Court located?

The Circuit Court is located in the King George County Courts building:

9483 Kings Highway
Suite Number 3
King George, Virginia 22485
Phone: 540-775-3322
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