Court Status - Coronavirus
Although Fairfax County buildings remain closed, the Courts are open and operating on a limited docket. Click here for more details on the Fairfax County Court's Policy and Procedures as of 11/19/20.
Please be advised: Face coverings are required when entering the Courthouse per Chief Judge White. View his order here.
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For more COVID-19 related information, please see JDRDC's COVID-19 FAQ's
Traffic Cases
All traffic matters have been continued and shall be heard at a later date. The Clerk of Court shall issue a notice and summons to all parties when the matters are set for trial. Any notice or summons issued by the Clerk of Court for traffic matters prior to July 1, 2020 can be disregarded.
All petitions regarding Child in Need of supervision of Child in Need of Services (CHINS) have been continued. The Clerk of Court shall issue a notice and summons to all parties when the matters are set for trial. Any notice or summons issued by the Clerk of Court for a CHINS matter prior to July 1, 2020 can be disregarded.
Visitation at Residential Programs - Coronavirus Update
Due to the concerns regarding the impact of the coronavirus and out of concern for the children in our program and the safety of our staff and visitors, parental visitation remains suspended and professional visitation is limited and by appointment only
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You can view our Family Guide to Juvenile Justice | (Spanish) for an introduction to the juvenile court process in Fairfax or watch a video about our services below.
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About the Health & Human Services System
This agency is a part of the Fairfax County Health & Human Services System (HHS). The HHS System is a network of county agencies and community partners that support the well-being of all who live, work, and play in Fairfax County.