Court records of the city of Manassas, Virginia, are available through several channels. ManassasCourt.us allows you to quickly find public information about court cases. Additionally, records can be viewed through the official online systems of state courts, the court clerk's office, and public computer terminals in the courthouse at 9311 Lee Avenue, Manassas, VA 20110.
Manassas Court System & Jurisdictions
Manassas is an independent city in the state of Virginia, served by several judicial instances. Each of them handles certain categories of cases, and knowing the appropriate jurisdiction will help you immediately contact the necessary registry.
Circuit Court — is part of the 31st Judicial Circuit of Virginia and currently has seven full-time judges. It handles:
- Felonies
- Civil claims over $25,000
- Divorce, custody, and family law cases
- Probate cases
- Appeals from General District Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
General District Court deals with another array of cases — and this is where most people end up.
- Traffic violations and misdemeanors
- Civil claims up to $25,000
- Preliminary hearings in criminal cases
- Eviction and unpaid rent cases
Cases involving juveniles, domestic violence, alimony, and protective orders are handled by a separate Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court. Small claims cases up to $5,000 are filed through the General District Court.
Manassas Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
You can check the schedule of hearings for today, tomorrow, or this week online. The Circuit Court Clerk's Office uses the CJIS Web system, accessible via the internet from any device.
Step-by-step instructions for finding the schedule:
- Go to the Court Case Information page.
- Select the link to the CJIS Web system (eapps.courts.state.va.us).
- Choose "Prince William County Circuit."
- Click "Begin," then select a section — "Criminal" or "Civil."
- Use the search by "Hearing Date" to see cases scheduled for a specific date.
For the General District Court, the schedule is also available through the statewide case search system on the Virginia's Judicial System website. Public terminals on the third floor of the courthouse allow you to view the calendar without your own computer.
How to Get a Copy of a Manassas Court Document
Copies of court documents come in two types: certified — with an official seal and clerk's signature, and uncertified — regular photocopies. A certified copy is required for most legal procedures: filing in another court, immigration applications, or divorce confirmation.
Online. Some records — including land documents and basic case information — can be viewed through the online records access system of the Circuit Court Clerk's Office. Downloading a certified copy online is usually not possible — you need to apply in person or by mail for this.
In person. Contact the Clerk of Circuit Court's Office:
By mail. Send a written request specifying the case number, parties' names, and document type. Include a check or money order for the appropriate amount (see the fees section below) payable to "Clerk of Circuit Court." Provide a return address with an envelope.
To obtain records through a FOIA request — for example, police reports or city administrative documents — submit a separate request in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.
Manassas Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court documents in Virginia are established according to § 17.1-275 and § 17.1-276 of the Virginia Code. Below are the approximate rates applicable at the Circuit Court Clerk's Office.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Search in the court case database (by name) | Free (online via CJIS Web) |
| Uncertified copy of a document (per page) | $0.50 |
| Certified copy (certification fee) | $2.00 per document (in addition to the cost of copies) |
| Copy of a divorce decree | $2.50 (certified) |
| Search in land records | Free online; certified copies — at a separate rate |
| Document recording fee (first 5 pages) | $18.00 |
| Each additional page of the record | $5.00 |
Payment is accepted in person — cash, check, or money order. Confirm acceptable payment methods directly with the office, as credit card policies may change. By mail, only checks and money orders are accepted.
For records kept outside the court system — such as birth, marriage, or death certificates — contact the Vital Records office at 8470 Kao Circle, Manassas, VA 20110. These documents have a separate fee schedule.