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The court handles cases involving juveniles and adults involved in disputes concerning support, visitation, parentage, or custody of a child and offenses against members of their own family.
The mission of the Judicial System of Virginia is to provide an independent, accessible, responsive forum for the just resolution of disputes in order to preserve the rule of the law and to protect all rights and liberties guaranteed by the United States and Virginia constitutions.
To assist in the implementation of this mission, the Clerk's Office of the Virginia Beach Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court is strongly committed to ensuring that all of the agencies, attorneys, and individuals who interact with the court, regardless of the reason for such interaction, are provided prompt and courteous services; given complete and accurate responses to their questions and concerns; and are treated with dignity and respect.
The court handles cases involving juveniles and adults involved in disputes concerning support, visitation or parenting time, parentage, or custody of a child and offenses against members of their own family.
This court also handles foster care. Associated with the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court is a court service unit that serves the court and facilitates the rehabilitation or treatment of those who come before the court.
The Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court staff is available to answer general questions and to assist you as you do business with the Court.
However, they cannot give you legal advice. Furthermore, they are not responsible for the content of documents submitted to the Court or for ensuring that the parties comply with the filing requirements.
Please consult a private attorney if you feel you need assistance in preparing documents or pleadings, guidance on the filing requirements, and/or other legal assistance.
Correspondence with the Court's staff will be considered public information. Such communications are neither confidential nor protected by any privilege. All correspondence with the court shall be in writing.
Correspondence can be mailed, emailed, or faxed to the court. The court’s fax number is 757-385-5683, and the court’s email is vabjdr@vacourts.gov.
