Circuit Court

Case Information

Get information about court cases in the circuit court of Virginia.

Clerk & Judges

Find contact information for the Clerk of Circuit Court and judges.

Concealed Handgun Permit Application

Read information about obtaining a concealed handgun permit in Newport News. Includes links to Virginia Code, permit application, and Virginia State Police website.

Directions & Parking

Find how to get to and park at the Newport News Circuit Court.

E-Filing

Are you an attorney seeking to file a civil case with the Circuit Court Clerks' Office? You can file electronically with our e-filling system.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs regarding divorce, name change or other matters that involve the circuit court.

General Information

Find general overview information about circuit courts.

Local Rules of the Court

View and download the Local Rules of the Newport News Circuit Court.

Prohibited Items

Read these important rules about what items are not permitted in a courtrooms.

Remote Access of Land Records

You can subscribe to get access to land records available from the Circuit Court.

Terms of Court

Read about the times for the commencement of the regular terms of court.

Traffic / Criminal Appeals

Learn about the appeals process for traffic and criminal court in Newport News.

Payment Plan Information

Download the Payment Plan Agreement.

FOIA Rights & Responsibilities

View the Rights of Requesters and the Responsibilities of the Newport News Circuit Court Clerk’s Office under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act

Proposed Amendments to the Virginia Constitution

Pursuant to Virginia Code §30-13 and §1-211.1, the Clerk of Court is required to post proposed amendments to the Virginia Constitution and have copies available in their office for review.

Court's Holiday Closing Schedule & Weather Updates

Portable Electronic Device Policy

Portable Electronic Device Policy

Marriage License

Getting married? Use our Marriage License Pre-Application form.