Enforce the laws and ordinances of the city of Norton and the state of Virginia.

Tries criminal and traffic cases, competency hearings (psychiatric commitments), civil suits with claims between $5,000 and $25,000. Also offers small claims civil suits for less than $5,000 and without attorneys representing either side. Cause of action must originate in Arlington County.

Area office of Virginia State Police. Important numbers while traveling in Virginia: *Virginia State Police----#77 on cell phone. *Highway Helpline---------5-1-1 or 1-800-367-ROAD (TTY users call 7-1-1). Toll-Free, 24-Hours for latest information on road and traffic conditions or to report unsafe conditions. To view traffic cameras and travel alerts, go to www.virginiadot.org and click on Travel Center.

Provides Commonwealth with responsive statewide police department, independent yet supportive of other law enforcement agencies; to preserve law and order; to enforce criminal, traffic and regulatory laws; and to provide essential public safety services efficiently and effectively to citizens of Commonwealth. Important numbers while traveling in Virginia: *Virginia State Police----#77 on cell phone. *Highway Helpline---------5-1-1 or 1-800-367-ROAD (TTY users call 7-1-1). Toll-Free, 24-Hours for latest information on road and traffic conditions or to report unsafe conditions. To view traffic cameras and travel alerts, go to www.virginiadot.org and click on Travel Center.

Provides courtroom security for the Circuit, General District and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts, the transportation of prisoners, and the serving of civil papers, as well as assisting local law enforcement agencies.

Circuit Court for Smyth County within the 28th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The circuit court is the trial court with the broadest powers in Virginia. Handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. Shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving claims between $4,500 and $15,000. Authorized to hear serious criminal cases called felonies. Handles family matters, including divorce. Hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.

The general district court handles most traffic violations. The general district court also hears minor criminal cases known as misdemeanors and conducts preliminary hearings for more serious criminal cases called felonies. General district courts have exclusive authority to hear civil cases with claims of $4,500 or less and share authority with the circuit courts to hear cases with claims between $4,500 and $15,000. Examples of civil cases are landlord and tenant disputes, contract disputes and personal injury actions. The juvenile and domestic relations district court hears all matters involving juveniles such as criminal or traffic matters. Juvenile delinquency cases are cases involving a minor under the age of 18 who has been accused of committing an offense that would be considered criminal if committed by an adult. Other juvenile offenses may be referred to as status offenses. Status offenses are those acts that are unlawful only because they are committed by a minor. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.

Provides law enforcement and crime prevention services in the City of Covington.

Provides law enforcement and prevention services in the town of Marion.

Prince William County General District Court has jurisdiction over criminal and traffic cases involving adult misdemeanors, ordinance violations and laws and bylaws of counties, cities and towns in the judicial district and civil cases involving $15,000 or less; claims recovery of personal property or a rented premises. Conducts felony preliminary hearings. Phone: (703) 792-6149 (Civil Division) Fax: (703) 792-6646 (Civil Division)

General District Court handles most traffic violations, misdemeanors, and preliminary hearings for felonies. The juvenile and domestic relations district court handles juvenile cases, other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation, and family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.

Provides law enforcement and emergency services to the citizens of the county. Additional programs include: Senior Call In Program This program is in place for the elderly population who live alone to phone in each morning and let the communications officer know that they are okay. If they fail to call, an officer will be sent to their home to check on them if they cannot be reached by phone. To sign up for this program (at no cost), simply contact the Sheriff's Office at 276-773-3241. Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) This program is aimed at the student population in the school system. Students are taught the dangers of drug use and ways to say "No". Project Child Find This project is in place so that parents may bring their children to the Sheriff's Office to have them fingerprinted. Special finger print cards are available at no cost for this valuable record. Education Grayson County School Resource Officers teach "Class Action," a law related education course which instructs high school students in areas such as character, responsibility, and respect for others. Crime Prevention The Grayson County Sheriff's Office is proactive in it's crime prevention efforts and coordinates many community services and crime reduction education programs. The Grayson County Sheriff's Office is also responsible for conducting home and business security surveys; managing the Neighborhood and Business Watch Programs, and being invovled in many community events and seminars. House Watch Program This free service is offered to all Grayson County residents. It allows a home owner the peace of mind that their property is being watched while they are out of town. A deputy will check your home at least once every day while you are gone. You can request a house watch by calling 276-773-3241. Child Safety Seat Inspections An Operation Kids trained deputy will inspect and install your child saftey seat for you. The deputy can also check your particular safety seat model to ensure that it hasn't been recalled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for potential safety concerns. Project Lifesaver Project Lifesaver helps provide rapid response to save lives and reduce the potential for serious injury for adults and children who wander due to Alzheimer's, autism, Down syndrome, dementia and other related cognitive conditions. Contact Karen Smith at (276) 773-3241 if you would like more information on this program. Child Identification Kits The Grayson County Sheriff's Office will assist you with the completion of a Child Identification Kit at no cost to you.

Provides programs and services to curtail juvenile delinquency and to resolve child custody, visitation and support disputes. Acts as a deterrent to help prevent as many problems as possible for juveniles and their families. Referrals are made to appropriate community resource and diversion programs when necessary. Provides probation and parole supervision for those youth who have been placed on probation and parole by the court.

The circuit court handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. It shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving between $4,500 and $15,000. The circuit court has the authority to hear serious criminal cases called felonies.

Provide a variety of complex services to the public and bar, dealing with court administration of estates, file criminal, chancery (divorces) and civil cases. Issue marriage licenses, provide change of name form, approve notary publications and are responsible for jury management.

The general district court handles most traffic violations. The general district court also hears minor criminal cases known as misdemeanors and conducts preliminary hearings for more serious criminal cases called felonies. General district courts have exclusive authority to hear civil cases with claims of $4,500 or less and share authority with the circuit courts to hear cases with claims between $4,500 and $15,000. Examples of civil cases are landlord and tenant disputes, contract disputes and personal injury actions.

Juvenile delinquency cases are cases involving a minor under the age of 18 who has been accused of committing an offense that would be considered criminal if committed by an adult. Other juvenile offenses may be referred to as status offenses. Status offenses are those acts that are unlawful only because they are committed by a minor. In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.

Provides a local law enforcement agency for residents of the City of Winchester. EMERGENCIES: Dial 911 (in area) For out of area emergencies: Dial 540-662-4131 ACCESSIBILITY: Limited accessibility to persons with disabilities.

The circuit court is the trial court with the broadest powers in Virginia. The circuit court handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. It shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving between $4,500 and $15,000. The circuit court has the authority to hear serious criminal cases called felonies. The circuit court also handles family matters, including divorce. In addition, the circuit court hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.

Try criminal, civil, and traffic cases; preliminary hearings of felony cases; issue civil warrants. Civil warrants, fines and court cases. Set by statute. Judges Hon. Edwin A. Gendron Jr., Presiding Judge Clerk Ms Stacie Renae Prillaman

Circuit Court for Wise County within the 30th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The circuit court is the trial court with the broadest powers in Virginia. Handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. Shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving claims between $4,500 and $15,000. Authorized to hear serious criminal cases called felonies. Handles family matters, including divorce. Hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.

Circuit Court for Carroll County within the 25th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The circuit court is the trial court with the broadest powers in Virginia. Handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. Shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving claims between $4,500 and $15,000. Authorized to hear serious criminal cases called felonies. Handles family matters, including divorce. Hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.

A government organization charged with the responsibility of maintaining law and order.

Provides law enforcement and crime prevention services in the town of Chilhowie.

Magistrate duties include issuing various types of processes such as arrest warrants, summonses, bonds, search warrants, subpoenas, emergency protective orders, mental health detentions and certain civil processes.