Circuit Court

Circuit Court Clerk

The Clerk of the Circuit Court of Orange County is a Constitutional officer elected by the citizens of Orange County for an eight (8) year term. The primary functions of this office are to provide administrative support staff for all aspects of the circuit court, to act as a probate judge, and to serve as the official recorder of all land records as prescribed by law. The Circuit Court Clerk's Office is not permitted to notarize documents on a citizen's behalf.

Courthouse Information

• Courthouse parking is limited. Please plan accordingly and arrive early.
• Proper dress is required for trials.
• Weapons of any kind (including pocketknives) are prohibited.
• Cell phones are not permitted.

Payment Options

• We accept cash, check, Visa, and MasterCard in person.
  • Checks should be made payable to the "Orange County Circuit Court".
  • Credit Card transactions $50 and less will carry a $2 service fee on all transactions. A 4% service fee will be assessed on each transaction greater than $50.
• Online payments can be made through the Virginia Judiciary Online Payment System.
• View the Orange County Circuit Court Procedure and Policies for the Collection of Unpaid Fines and Court Costs.

Judges

• Honorable David B. Franzén, Presiding Judge
• Honorable Claude V. Worrell, Chief Judge