Access Campbell County 24 Hour Booking Records

Campbell County 24 hour booking records are managed by the Campbell County Sheriff's Office at the Campbell County Jail in Central Virginia. All arrests made in the county go through the jail for processing, and those records are public under Virginia law. You can search for booking data through the VADOC Inmate Locator, Virginia's courts portal, or by contacting the Sheriff's Office or jail directly.

Find Campbell County 24 Hour Booking Records

The Campbell County Sheriff's Office handles all arrests in the county and processes them at the Campbell County Jail. Campbell County wraps around the city of Lynchburg, which is an independent city and operates its own jail separately. The county jail in Rustburg handles all bookings for people arrested in unincorporated Campbell County. The records created during that process are public under Virginia law.

To search for Campbell County booking records, start with the Virginia Department of Corrections Inmate Locator. That tool covers state prison inmates. For local jail data, contact the Campbell County Jail directly. Court records tied to arrests in Campbell County are available through Virginia's court case information portal. Criminal cases in circuit court appear in the Circuit Court Online Case Information System.

Written FOIA requests to the Sheriff's Office must be answered within five working days. Provide the full name of the person and the approximate date of arrest in your request.

Allow up to 24 hours after an arrest for records to appear in online systems. For real-time custody status, call the jail directly.

Campbell County Sheriff's Office

The Campbell County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency serving unincorporated Campbell County. The office handles patrol, criminal investigations, warrant service, courthouse security, and civil process. Because the city of Lynchburg lies in the center of the county and has its own police department, the Sheriff's Office focuses on the surrounding rural and suburban areas. The office runs the Campbell County Jail, which is the detention facility for all county arrests.

The Sheriff's Office is located at 85 Court Street, Rustburg, VA 24588. The main phone number is (434) 332-9580. Walk-in requests for records are accepted during normal business hours. The Campbell County Jail is at the same complex in Rustburg and can be reached at (434) 332-9580. Jail staff can confirm custody status and provide basic booking information to callers.

The Campbell County Jail operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All persons arrested in unincorporated Campbell County are brought here for booking. The intake process includes confirming identity, fingerprinting, photos, medical screening, and recording of all charges. After booking, the person appears before a magistrate who decides on bail.

Campbell County is one of the more populous rural counties in Central Virginia. Its proximity to Lynchburg means the county handles a mix of rural calls and incidents connected to the surrounding urban area. Drug offenses, DUI, and property crimes are common at the jail. The Sheriff's Office also works joint operations with the Lynchburg Police Department on cases that cross the city-county boundary.

Campbell County Booking Records Online

Virginia's court records portal at vacourts.gov gives public access to arrest and case information statewide, including Campbell County cases.

The image above shows a booking records search interface used to find arrest data in Campbell County. For the most current and official data, always check the VADOC Inmate Locator or contact the Campbell County Sheriff's Office directly.

Your FOIA Rights in Campbell County

Virginia law gives the public the right to access most arrest records. The key statute is Virginia Code § 2.2-3706, which sets out what law enforcement agencies must release. Under this law, agencies must disclose the identity of any adult who is arrested and charged, the status of that charge, and booking photos taken at initial intake. This is a mandatory disclosure under state law, not a discretionary decision by the agency.

Some records are exempt. Juvenile arrest records are not public. Medical and mental health information stays protected. Details about active investigations can be withheld if disclosure would harm the case. Information that might identify confidential informants is also exempt. For the vast majority of adult bookings in Campbell County, the basic facts are available to anyone who requests them.

If the Sheriff's Office denies your FOIA request, you can appeal to the Virginia Freedom of Information Advisory Council. They provide guidance and help resolve disputes. Agencies must respond within five working days. If they need more time, they must notify you and have an additional seven days to complete the response.

Any chronological list of adult arrests in Campbell County is a public document. Any person can request it at any time.

Arrest and Booking Process in Campbell County

Virginia's arrest process is governed by Virginia Code § 19.2-72, which covers how magistrates issue arrest warrants. A magistrate issues a warrant when a sworn complaint establishes probable cause that a crime occurred. The warrant names the accused, describes the offense, and directs that the person be brought before a court. Virginia magistrates work around the clock every day of the year.

Once a Campbell County deputy makes an arrest, the person is transported to the Campbell County Jail in Rustburg for booking. Jail staff confirm identity, take fingerprints and photos, complete a medical screening, and record all charges. After booking, the person appears before a magistrate who decides on bail. The magistrate considers the nature of the offense, the person's community ties, and their prior record. Under Virginia Code § 19.2-82, anyone arrested without a warrant must be brought before a magistrate without unnecessary delay. This can happen in person or by two-way video connection.

For minor offenses like Class 3 or 4 misdemeanors, a deputy may issue a summons rather than making a full arrest. A summons is a written notice to appear in court at a set date and time. It skips the full booking process at the jail. But if the officer believes the person poses a risk or will not show up, a custodial arrest can still happen even for minor charges.

Campbell County generates a steady stream of arrests given its size and its position near Lynchburg. The jail handles bookings from county deputies, state police, and occasionally from other agencies that make arrests in the county.

Campbell County Court Records and Case Lookup

After booking, criminal cases in Campbell County move through the courts. Misdemeanors go to General District Court. Felonies go to Circuit Court. Court records are separate from booking records but both are public. Booking records cover the arrest itself. Court records track what happens after charges are filed and the case proceeds.

Search Campbell County court records through Virginia's Circuit Court Online Case Information System. This system covers 117 of Virginia's 120 circuit courts. Search by name, case number, or hearing date. Use "CR" as a prefix for criminal cases. The system shows charges, party names, hearing dates, and current case status. Results are live and reflect real-time data.

Use Virginia Courts Online and the statewide case information portal for broader searches. Both are free and require no account. General District Court records for misdemeanors are on a separate system from circuit court criminal records. Check both if you are unsure which court handled the case.

Campbell County Circuit Court is located in Rustburg. The Circuit Court Clerk's office handles certified copies of court records for a fee. Walk-in requests are accepted during regular business hours.

Sealing and Expungement of Campbell County Booking Records

Virginia passed major record sealing legislation that takes effect July 1, 2026. Under the new law, roughly 90% of all misdemeanors and close to two-thirds of Class 5 and 6 felonies become eligible for sealing. For details on how this affects Campbell County residents, the Justice Forward Virginia Foundation has a full guide on who qualifies and how to apply.

Automatic sealing will cover certain offense categories, including misdemeanor larceny, trespass, concealment, and disorderly conduct. A person must have gone seven years without a new conviction to qualify. Marijuana possession records will be automatically sealed regardless of case outcome. Starting July 2026, petition-based sealing will be available for a wider set of records, and no filing fees or fingerprint cards will be required under the new rules.

If you believe a Campbell County record should be sealed or expunged under current law, you can file a petition with the Circuit Court now. The current process requires paperwork and a court hearing. Cases dismissed or resulting in acquittal are generally eligible for expungement under existing law. Conviction records fall under the new 2026 provisions once they take effect.

Campbell County residents can contact Central Virginia Legal Aid or Blue Ridge Legal Services for guidance on expungement eligibility. These organizations offer free or low-cost help for people who meet income guidelines.

Nearby Counties

Campbell County is in Central Virginia's Southside region and borders several counties around the Lynchburg area.