Gloucester County Police Records
Gloucester County police records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office, which has a dedicated FOIA Officer to handle public records requests. Located on Virginia's Middle Peninsula, Gloucester County also has a county-level FOIA Officer for non-law enforcement records. The public can request incident reports, arrest records, and other law enforcement documentation. This page explains the process step by step, including contact details, fees, and links to online search tools for court records and statewide criminal history.
County Seat: Gloucester
FOIA Response Time: 5 business days (up to 12 with extension)
State Background Check: $15 via VSP Form SP-167
Circuit Court: 9th Judicial Circuit
Gloucester County Sheriff Contact
| Office | Gloucester County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 7502 Justice Drive, Gloucester, VA 23061 |
| Phone | 804-824-2715 |
| Fax | 804-693-1122 |
| FOIA Contact | Jennifer Kurr, Email: jennifer.kurr@gloucesterva.info |
How to Request Gloucester County Police Records
Police records from the Gloucester County Sheriff's Office are available under Va. Code § 2.2-3700 et seq. The Sheriff's FOIA Officer is Jennifer Kurr. You can reach her by email at jennifer.kurr@gloucesterva.info or by phone at 804-824-2715. Send your written request to 7502 Justice Drive, Gloucester, VA 23061.
For non-law enforcement county records, the county government FOIA Officer is Quinton Sheppard. His office is at 6382 Main Street, Gloucester, VA 23061. Phone: 804-693-5730. Email: CEPI@gloucesterva.info. Having separate FOIA contacts for the sheriff and the county government means you should direct your request to the right person based on what records you want.
The response deadline is five working days under FOIA. A seven-day extension is available if needed, for a total of 12 working days. Criminal investigative files get up to 65 working days under § 2.2-3706. Fees for copying and research may apply. You can ask for an estimate before the work starts.
Public vs. Confidential Records
Virginia law mandates release of criminal incident information for felony offenses. That covers the crime description, date and location, investigating officer, and any injuries or property damage. Adult arrest photos are public. Records from completed unattended death investigations are also public under § 2.2-3706.
Active investigative files can be withheld. This includes evidence, memos, witness statements, and correspondence related to an open case. Informant identities stay confidential at all times. Records that could compromise a case or put someone in danger are also protected from release.
When a case wraps up, additional records may become accessible. File a new FOIA request to check.
Gloucester County Court Records Online
The Gloucester County Circuit Court is at 7400 Justice Drive, Gloucester, VA 23061. Phone: (804) 693-2502. Part of the 9th Judicial Circuit, the court handles felonies, civil cases over $25,000, and family matters. Court records contain the legal outcomes that follow police investigations, including charges filed, pleas, and sentences.
Virginia's online case search is free. The Circuit Court Case Information System lets you look up civil and criminal cases. The General District Court portal covers traffic violations, misdemeanors, and felony preliminary hearings. Copies from the clerk are $0.50 per page, with $2.00 extra for certified copies.
State Background Checks
The Virginia State Police Central Criminal Records Exchange maintains statewide criminal history. Form SP-167 costs $15 and requires notarization. Processing runs 12 to 15 business days. The report includes all Virginia arrests, charges, dismissals, and convictions.
For sex offender checks, Form SP-266 costs $15 per search. A combined criminal history and registry check runs $20. The Sex Offender Registry is free to search online for violent offenders. National fingerprint checks use Form SP-325 at $27 for employment or $20 for volunteers.
Note: Fingerprinting services at VSP offices cost $10 for the first card. Walk-ins accepted 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM weekdays. Bring two forms of ID.
Gloucester County Records Privacy
Access to state criminal history records follows Va. Code § 19.2-389. More than 50 types of agencies and entities are authorized to receive this information. Criminal justice agencies, schools, hospitals, and social services are all on the list. Any person can request their own criminal record.
The one-year rule limits what gets shared. If an arrest has no disposition and no active prosecution after 12 months, that arrest data cannot be given to non-criminal justice requestors. This stops old arrest records from causing problems when nothing came of the charge.
Expungement petitions are filed in the Gloucester County Circuit Court under § 19.2-392.2. Charges must have been dismissed or resulted in acquittal. The petitioner must demonstrate manifest injustice, and the Commonwealth's Attorney is notified and may object.
Additional Resources
Crash reports from Gloucester County are available through the Virginia DMV at $8 per copy. Use Form CRD 93 by mail or visit a DMV office in person. The DOC Offender Locator provides information about current inmates in Virginia's corrections system.
The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services runs victim assistance programs and law enforcement oversight. Phone: (804) 786-3414. VINE victim notification is available at vinelink.vineapps.com for custody status alerts.
The Gloucester County Sheriff's Office website is where you start the process for police record requests.
Contact FOIA Officer Jennifer Kurr for law enforcement records or Quinton Sheppard for other county records.
Gloucester County Incident and Arrest Reports
Daily incident logs are kept by the Gloucester County Sheriff's Office. These logs list calls for service, arrest activity, and case numbers. The log is a public record under FOIA. You can ask for a copy by date range or by case number. Some entries get redacted when a case is still open.
Arrest reports show the name, age, charge, and booking date. The arrest record is split from the full case file. To get the case file, you may need to wait for the case to close. Open case files fall under Va. Code § 2.2-3706.1, which sets out the rules for criminal investigative files. The sheriff has 65 working days to respond to those.
The 911 call logs and CAD data also count as public records. Ask the dispatch unit for the call sheet. Audio of the call may be held back if it is part of an open case.
Statewide Police Records Tools
The Central Criminal Records Exchange, or CCRE, is run by the Virginia State Police. It holds all reportable arrests and court outcomes from every county, Gloucester County included. To get a Gloucester County criminal history check, file Form SP-167. The fee is $15 and the form must be notarized. Most reports come back in 12 to 15 business days.
The Online Case Information System (OCIS 2.0) is the state court search tool. It covers circuit, general district, and juvenile and domestic relations cases. Search by name, case number, or date. The system is free. Results show the charge, court date, and case status. Gloucester County cases are part of the same statewide index.
The Virginia Sex Offender Registry is set up under Va. Code § 9.1-902. Search by name, ZIP, or county. Gloucester County offenders show up with photos, address, and offense type. The registry is free and open to all.
Note: The Virginia FOIA Council at 1-866-448-4100 gives free help if your Gloucester County request is delayed or denied. They can issue an opinion but cannot force the county to act.
Juvenile and Sealed Records
Juvenile records in Gloucester County are not open to the public. Access rules are set by Va. Code § 16.1-301. Only the child, the parent, the attorney, and certain agencies can view the file. The clerk of the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court holds these records.
Some juvenile felony cases are open if the child was 14 or older at the time of the act. Those files may show up in the court system. Most stay sealed.
Expungement of adult arrests goes through the Gloucester County Circuit Court. The law is Va. Code § 19.2-392.2. Only dismissed charges, nolle prosequi, or full acquittals qualify. A guilty plea or conviction does not. The petition fee is $84. The Commonwealth's Attorney is served and can object at the hearing.
Tips for Filing a Gloucester County FOIA Request
Be clear and short. Name the date, the report number if you have it, and the type of file you want. Vague asks slow the search and raise the fee. The sheriff's staff bills by the 10-minute block.
Ask for an estimate up front. If the cost may top $200, the county can ask for a deposit. Get the cost in writing before work starts. You can also ask to inspect files in person at no copy fee. Gloucester County will set a time and place for the review.
If the request is denied, ask for the legal cite. The denial must point to a section of the code. Common cites are § 2.2-3705.1 for personnel files and § 2.2-3706 for police files. You can then call the FOIA Council or file in circuit court.