Search Campbell County Divorce Records

Campbell County divorce records are held by the Circuit Court Clerk's office in Rustburg, the county seat. The 24th Judicial Circuit serves Campbell County, and the clerk has maintained divorce case records since 1782. Whether you need a final decree, a full case file, or just a record search, the Rustburg courthouse is the primary point of contact. Online case index searches are also available through the Virginia Judicial System portal.

Circuit Court Clerk's Office

Divorce cases in Campbell County are filed with the Campbell County Circuit Court. Virginia Code § 20-96 gives circuit courts exclusive jurisdiction over divorce. The clerk's office in Rustburg maintains all original case files and issues certified copies of decrees.

Clerk staff can assist with record searches and tell you what fees apply, but they cannot provide legal advice. For free assistance, contact Virginia Legal Aid or visit the Virginia Courts self-help portal.

Getting Divorce Records

In-person requests at the Rustburg courthouse are the quickest way to get Campbell County divorce records. Bring a photo ID and the names of both parties plus the year of the case. The clerk will search the index and provide the file or a certified copy of the decree.

Mail requests are accepted. Send your written request to P.O. Box 7, Rustburg, VA 24588 with both party names, the case year, your contact details, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Include payment for any copy fees. The office will mail back what you need.

Under § 32.1-271, records less than 25 years old are restricted to the named parties, immediate family members, and their attorneys. Once 25 years have passed, the records are public. The first certified copy of a final decree is free for the parties under § 17.1-275. Additional pages cost $0.50 each.

Divorce Certificates Through VDH

The Virginia Department of Health maintains divorce certificates from 1918 forward. These are brief documents showing the parties' names, the date, and the county. They do not include case details, property terms, or custody orders.

A VDH certificate costs $12. Contact the Office of Vital Records at 8701 Park Central Drive, Suite 100, Richmond, VA 23227 or call 804-662-6200. These records are subject to the same 25-year access rule that applies to court records under § 32.1-268.

The certificate is useful for updating government IDs or confirming a divorce. The court decree is what you need for property matters, name changes, or legal proceedings. Both are official. Which one you need depends on your purpose.

Filing for Divorce in Campbell County

To file here, you or your spouse must have lived in Virginia for six months or more. Submit a Complaint, a VS-4 Statistical Form, and a Domestic Case Coversheet at the clerk's office. The filing fee is $60.

Virginia has two types of divorce under § 20-91. No-fault requires one year of separation. That drops to six months if both parties sign a property settlement and there are no minor children. Fault grounds include adultery, a felony with prison time, cruelty, and desertion.

When property is contested, the court divides assets under § 20-107.3. Virginia uses equitable distribution, meaning the court decides a fair split. The final decree covers all issues, including custody and support when children are involved.

For guidance on the process, read the Virginia State Bar divorce guide. Virginia Legal Aid serves residents who qualify for no-cost help.

Nearby Counties

These Virginia counties are near Campbell County. Each has its own Circuit Court for divorce records.