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Henrico County public records: common questions
Where to search Henrico County records
Henrico County, Virginia court, custody, police, and statewide records are kept in separate systems. Start court research with Virginia Judicial System Henrico General District Court and 14th Judicial District information. Check current custody through Henrico Sheriff's Office jail, courthouse security, civil-process, custody, and law-enforcement roles.
- Court casesVirginia Judicial System Henrico General District Court and 14th Judicial District information
- Current custodyHenrico Sheriff's Office jail, courthouse security, civil-process, custody, and law-enforcement roles
- Statewide recordsUse the Virginia state-level source described below when available.
- Federal recordsFederal court and custody records are outside county systems and require a separate federal search.
Verified local details
These details were drawn from the official sources linked in this guide. Reconfirm addresses, contacts, schedules, fees, and other time-sensitive details with the responsible agency.
- Henrico County is approximately 245 square miles and has a population of more than 330,000, according to the county's official Police Division profile.
- Henrico County is bordered by the City of Richmond and the counties of Charles City, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, and New Kent.
- Richmond International Airport is located in Henrico County.
- Henrico Circuit Court is part of Virginia's 14th Judicial Circuit, and Henrico General District Court is part of the 14th Judicial District.
- The Circuit Court Clerk serves as recorder of deeds and probate judge, issues marriage licenses and fictitious names, and maintains civil and criminal court files and records.
- Henrico Regional Jail East was built through a regional agreement involving Goochland, Henrico, and New Kent counties and is maintained and secured by the Henrico County Sheriff's Office.
| Record type | Agency or source | Scope | Action | Last checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court cases | Virginia Judicial System Henrico General District Court and 14th Judicial District information | County or local | Open source | |
| Jail and custody | Henrico Sheriff's Office jail, courthouse security, civil-process, custody, and law-enforcement roles | County or local | Open source | |
| Police and incident records | Henrico County Police Division jurisdiction, county geography, and police services | County or local | Open source | |
| Official records | Henrico Circuit Court Clerk responsibilities, court records, land records, probate, and marriage licenses | County or local | Open source | |
| Court cases | Virginia Judicial System Henrico Circuit Court and 14th Judicial Circuit information | County or local | Open source |
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This Henrico County records guide is organized around the way the information is actually maintained. Begin with the Q&A for the record you need, then use the source map below to confirm a case, custody status, incident report, or statewide search. Henrico County has 342,775 residents (2025 estimate). The source map below identifies the relevant local courts and agencies. Offices and online systems change, so confirm details with the agency before relying on a record.
Quick facts
- County-equivalent identity
- 51-087
- Population
- 342,775 residents (2025 estimate)
- Local detail
- Henrico County is approximately 245 square miles and has a population of more than 330,000, according to the county's official Police Division profile.
- Local detail
- Henrico County is bordered by the City of Richmond and the counties of Charles City, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, and New Kent.
- Local detail
- Richmond International Airport is located in Henrico County.
- Local detail
- Henrico Circuit Court is part of Virginia's 14th Judicial Circuit, and Henrico General District Court is part of the 14th Judicial District.
- Local detail
- The Circuit Court Clerk serves as recorder of deeds and probate judge, issues marriage licenses and fictitious names, and maintains civil and criminal court files and records.
- Local detail
- Henrico Regional Jail East was built through a regional agreement involving Goochland, Henrico, and New Kent counties and is maintained and secured by the Henrico County Sheriff's Office.
What is specific about this local guide
- Local detail: Henrico County is approximately 245 square miles and has a population of more than 330,000, according to the county's official Police Division profile.
- Local detail: Henrico County is bordered by the City of Richmond and the counties of Charles City, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, and New Kent.
- Local detail: Richmond International Airport is located in Henrico County.
How do I search a Henrico Circuit Court, General District Court, or Juvenile and Domestic Relations case?
Court-record access differs by court, case type, sealing status, and responsible clerk; Circuit Court records are not a complete substitute for General District or Juvenile and Domestic Relations records. Open Virginia Judicial System Henrico General District Court and 14th Judicial District information for the court's current case-search and document-access instructions.
How do I obtain Henrico deeds, plats, wills, judgments, marriage licenses, or probate records?
The Circuit Court Clerk serves as recorder of deeds and probate judge, issues marriage licenses and fictitious names, and maintains civil and criminal court files and records. Use Henrico Circuit Court Clerk responsibilities, court records, land records, probate, and marriage licenses for the current official access path.
How do I find out whether someone is held in a Henrico County jail facility?
The reviewed official sources for Henrico County do not identify a dedicated live inmate locator. Check Henrico Sheriff's Office jail, courthouse security, civil-process, custody, and law-enforcement roles for the agency's current custody lookup or contact path; custody information can change quickly.
How do I request a Henrico Sheriff's Office arrest, incident, civil-process, or jail record?
The reviewed official sources for Henrico County do not identify record-type-specific police request instructions. Use Henrico Sheriff's Office jail, courthouse security, civil-process, custody, and law-enforcement roles to request the report from the agency that created or maintains it.
Which agency handles an incident in Henrico County versus the City of Richmond?
Henrico County Police handles county law-enforcement responsibilities, while the Sheriff's Office generally focuses on jails, courthouses, civil process, and related court functions. The independent City of Richmond has separate police, courts, and records custodians. Use Henrico Sheriff's Office jail, courthouse security, civil-process, custody, and law-enforcement roles as one official starting point, then confirm each requested record system with its responsible custodian.
What is the difference between Henrico Circuit Court and General District Court?
Henrico Circuit Court operates in the 14th Judicial Circuit. Henrico General District Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court operate in the 14th Judicial District. The Circuit Court handles felonies, specified civil and equity matters, and appeals. Check Virginia Judicial System Henrico General District Court and 14th Judicial District information to confirm the filing court, venue, and case type before relying on a search.
How do I contact the Henrico court clerk about a court date, jury service, or court document?
The reviewed official sources for Henrico County do not identify a case-specific court search or document-request procedure. Open Henrico Circuit Court Clerk responsibilities, court records, land records, probate, and marriage licenses for the court's current case-search and document-access instructions.
Why might a Henrico inmate be housed at the regional jail in New Kent County?
Henrico Regional Jail East was built through a regional agreement involving Goochland, Henrico, and New Kent counties and is maintained and secured by the Henrico County Sheriff's Office. Use Henrico Sheriff's Office jail, courthouse security, civil-process, custody, and law-enforcement roles for the detention agency's current visitation, booking, release, and records procedures.
Police, sheriff, and incident records
For police or incident records, use Henrico County Police Division jurisdiction, county geography, and police services. Population and area figures come from the county Police Division profile and may not reflect the latest census or estimate year.
Criminal cases in Henrico County
Start with Henrico Circuit Court Clerk responsibilities, court records, land records, probate, and marriage licenses for the official Henrico County court path. County: Henrico County government and constitutional offices serve the county's approximately 245-square-mile jurisdiction. Henrico borders the independent City of Richmond and five counties. Court: Henrico Circuit Court operates in the 14th Judicial Circuit. Henrico General District Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court operate in the 14th Judicial District. The Circuit Court handles felonies, specified civil and equity matters, and appeals.
Jail and custody information for Henrico County
For current custody information, start with Henrico Sheriff's Office jail, courthouse security, civil-process, custody, and law-enforcement roles. The reviewed official sources did not provide a single consolidated current public inmate roster or warrant-search interface.
Municipal and local court records
Municipal and local court coverage is separate from the county trial-court path. Custody: The Henrico Sheriff's Office manages and secures Henrico jail facilities, including Regional Jail East in New Kent County under a regional agreement. The Sheriff is responsible for jail safety, custody, courthouse security, and civil process. Municipal: Henrico County Police handles county law-enforcement responsibilities, while the Sheriff's Office generally focuses on jails, courthouses, civil process, and related court functions. The independent City of Richmond has separate police, courts, and records custodians.
Statewide sources for Virginia records
Statewide Virginia sources are separate from Henrico County local records. Do not treat a statewide search as a complete county docket, jail roster, or police-record database.
Cities covered by local record systems
The relevant local courts and agencies may serve different incorporated municipalities, so confirm the filing locality before relying on a record.
Official Henrico County and Virginia record sources
For an official starting point, use Virginia Judicial System Henrico Circuit Court and 14th Judicial Circuit information. Confirm current access rules, fees, contacts, and jurisdiction with the responsible agency.
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