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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Nottoway County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Virginia state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Nottoway County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Nottoway County, Virginia — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
15,632
Population
Census estimate
5,415
Households
Census estimate
$62,366
Median income
Annual household
$169,500
Median home value
Census ACS
Nottoway
County seat
In Virginia
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
3 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Nottoway County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Nottoway County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Virginia Courts Case Information Virginia Courts Case Information (Circuit) |
| Criminal records | Virginia State Police |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Nottoway County state portal below |
| Property records | Welcome to Nottoway County, Virginia Virginia Online Database - Vision Government Solutions |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Nottoway County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Nottoway County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | License Lookup | Virginia Department of Professional and Occ… |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Nottoway County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Nottoway County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Nottoway County Records
2026
Nottoway County official government portal active
The official Nottoway County government website at www.nottoway.org continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Nottoway County court records portal verified
State court system links for Nottoway County verified against the Virginia judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Nottoway County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Nottoway County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Nottoway County property records online
Nottoway County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Nottoway County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Nottoway County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Nottoway County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Virginia statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Virginia state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Nottoway County Records
❌ Myth: "Nottoway County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Nottoway County are held by the Virginia state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Nottoway County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Nottoway County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Virginia state repository has verified, current Nottoway County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Nottoway County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Nottoway County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.nottoway.org — Official Nottoway County government website
- eapps.courts.state.va.us — Court records — official source
- www.vsp.virginia.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.dpor.virginia.gov — Licenses — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Nottoway County & Virginia Records
For records not specific to Nottoway County, use Virginia's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Virginia statewide record systems:
- Virginia Court Records →
- Virginia Criminal Records →
- Virginia Property Records →
- Virginia Vital Records →
- Virginia Voter Records →
- Virginia Wants & Warrants →
- Virginia Licenses →
- Virginia Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Virginia statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Nottoway County, Virginia
Nottoway County is located in south central Virginia. The county seat is Nottoway (official site: http://www.nottoway.org/).
- Population: 15,632
- Households: 5,415
- Median household income: $62,366
- Median home value: $169,500
- Below poverty line: 19.1%
- Land area: 314.4 sq mi
- Population density: 49.7 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 3
- NCES schools indexed: 6
Welcome to Nottoway County, Virginia
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Virginia Online Database - Vision Government Solutions
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WebFeePay.com
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These contracts enable Webfeepay.com to collect and process citizens' tax and other payments on behalf of these entities. Because we work directly with the government agency, your payment is made securely and swiftly, with no delay in processing. Local payments include everything from property and ...
Virginia Courts Case Information
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Virginia Courts Case Information (Circuit)
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Virginia State Police
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Official websites use .gov A .gov Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Multi-court Voice Case Information System: 866-222-8029 ext.
INMATE MAIL SERVICES – Home to SWVRJA
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Phone: 1-888-253-5178 | Web: www.SmartInmate.com “Friends and family of inmates located at any of the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority facilities, information about communication options, costs or to report issues with your service or correspondence, please contact Smart Communications ...
License Lookup | Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
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Food Establishments & Inspections - Data
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Risk Categorization of Food Establishments CSV and Excel files of the above data are available upon request to ehdministrators@vdh.virginia.gov. Download Instructions Click the Download icon at the bottom of the dashboard to save as a pdf or image. Download an entire visualization by selecting ...
Office of Vital Records - Vital Records
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Virginia birth and death records from 1912 to the present, divorce records since 1918, and marriage records since 1936 are now available in a publicly available database. Click here to access information on open records from Ancestry.com. Any person requesting a Vital Record must provide a legible copy of their identification (see ID Requirements). VDH, Office of Vital Records P.O.
Election Districts and Precincts for Nottoway County
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Media Information includes Election Day reporting, election calendars and filing deadlines, current and archived news releases, and meeting information for the State Board of Elections.
Circuit Courts Directory Office of the Executive Secretary Page 1 of 42
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CLERK/CONTACT INFORMATION · Nottoway Circuit Court · Eleventh Judicial Circuit · 328 West Courthouse Road · P.O. Box 25 · Nottoway, VA 23955-3619 · Hon. Joseph M. Teefey, Jr., Chief Judge · Hon. Ray P. Lupold, III · Hon. Dennis M. Martin · Hon. Kathryn L. Spence , Clerk ·
Voters
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Clerk's Information System (CIS) - Virginia.gov
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
Virginia SCC business search.
cis.scc.virginia.gov
Nottoway County
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The business entity search functionality does not only let you search for businesses registered with the Commonwealth , but also gives you the ability to view their filing history, RA history, and instantly download filing images all without needing to create a login to the Clerk's Information ...
General Directory
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Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Commissioner of the Revenue Commissioner: Christy Hudson E-Mail: chudson@nottoway.org P. O. Box 5, Nottoway, VA 23955 Physical Address: 200 S. Main Street, Blackstone, VA 23824 Telephone: 434-645-9317 FAX: ...
Nottoway County Microfilm - Library of Virginia
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check criminal records in Nottoway County?
For Nottoway County criminal records, start with the Virginia State Police for statewide background checks. Local source: Virginia State Police — https://www.vsp.virginia.gov/.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Virginia?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Virginia counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Virginia?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Virginia record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
How do I run a Virginia background check?
Virginia background checks are handled by the Virginia State Police. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.