Public Defender

The general public is not allowed to bring cell phones, personal communication devices, or electronic devices into the Judicial Center court building. You MUST enter through the main entrance of Building 10 located at 2425 Nimmo Pkwy., Virginia Beach, VA 23456. THIS IS THE ONLY PUBLIC ENTRANCE TO THE COURTS BUILDING.

General District Court
Public Defender

General District Court

(757) 385-8531

Virginia Relay TTY

(800) 877-8339

This information applies to Criminal and Traffic Cases Only

To determine if you qualify for the Public Defender's services, you should appear in the General District Court's Criminal Division Office or in the Traffic Division Office between the hours of 1-3 p.m., no later than 10 calendar days before your court date.

If a public defender has already been appointed and you need to contact the Public Defender's Office, please call 757-427-6050. The cost for public defender service is a minimum of $120 per charge, in addition to fines and court cost on a conviction.

General District Court