Information
Land Records
Our land records trace back to the 1600's in our record room, and are now accessible through the secure remote access online. The online records go back to 1979 and are available to the public for $50.00 per month. Please see the Download Section for the Agreement and Application.
Marriage License
Records can be found as earlier as 1600's in our record room.
You can request a copy of these licenses by calling, mailing or e-mailing in the name of the parties and date of marriage. Cost is $0.50 per page or $3.00 for a certified copy.
To apply for a Marriage License in Northumberland County, both parties must be present at the time of application and must have valid photo ID. The cost is $30.00 and the license is valid for only 60 days. License are ONLY valid in the State of Virginia.
Information
Applying for a Concealed Handgun Permit
You will need the following:
- Completed Virginia State Police Application (SP-248 (10/2017))
- Valid form of Photo ID
- Current concealed handgun permit, Safety course certificate or Military DD214
- Self addressed, stamped envelope
- Cost is $50.00 for new and renewal permit
*** IMPORTANT: DO NOT SIGN YOUR APPLICATION UNTIL YOU ARE BEFORE A DEPUTY CLERK OF OUR COURT***
Wills and Probate
Wills are filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court by appointment. When coming to file, please remember to bring the following items:
- Driver's License
- Original Death Certificate
- Original Will
- List of Heirs form with addresses
- List of assets in decedent's name alone
- Payment for probate or qualification
Divorce
Due to the complexity of divorces, there are no specific legal forms provided by the Virginia Supreme Court. To seek legal advice, please contact a licensed attorney or try one of the following:
- Rappahannock Legal Aid- 804-443-9393
- Legal Aid Services of Northern Virginia- 540-374-5023
- Virginia State Bar- 804-775-0500
Forms
Please go to www.courts.state.va.us to get forms such as:
- Real Estate Affidavit (REA)
- Assumed Name
- Name Change for Adults or Minors
- Certificate of Satifaction
- List of Heirs
- Civil Cover Sheets
Affiliated Agencies/ Departments
Sheriff's Department-(804) 580-5221
Virginia State Police (Area 2)- (804) 333-3700
Commonwealth Attorney- (804) 580-4471
General District Court- (804) 580-4323
Juvenile & Domestic Court- (804) 580-6635
Tax Assessment Office- (804) 580-7612
Commissioner of Revenue- (804) 580-4600
Criminal Court Dates for 2018 & 2019
*November 13
*November 20
*November 27
*December 4
*December 11 (MA Day)
*December 18
2019
*January 8
*January 15
*January 22 (Term Day)
*January 29
*February 5
*February 12
*February 19
*February 26
*March 5
*March 12
*March 19
*March 26
*April 2
*April 9
*April 16
*April 23 (Term Day)
*April 30
*May 7
*May 14
*May 21
*May 28
*June 4
*June 11
*June 18
*June 25