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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Westmoreland County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Virginia state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Westmoreland County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Westmoreland County, Virginia — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
19,235
Population
Census estimate
7,832
Households
Census estimate
$56,647
Median income
Annual household
$244,000
Median home value
Census ACS
Montross
County seat
In Virginia
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
1 source
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
Westmoreland County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Westmoreland County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Virginia Courts Case Information (Circuit) |
| Criminal records | Welcome to Northern Neck Regional Jail Virginia State Police – The Virginia State Police provides h… |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Westmoreland County state portal below |
| Property records | View Property Cards Westmoreland-county |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Westmoreland County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Westmoreland County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | License Lookup | Virginia Department of Professional and Occ… |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Westmoreland County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Westmoreland County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Westmoreland County Records
2026
Westmoreland County official government portal active
The official Westmoreland County government website at www.westmoreland-county.org continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Westmoreland County court records portal verified
State court system links for Westmoreland County verified against the Virginia judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Westmoreland County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Westmoreland County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Westmoreland County property records online
Westmoreland County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Westmoreland County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Westmoreland County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland County Records
❌ Myth: "Westmoreland County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Westmoreland County are held by the Virginia state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Virginia state repository has verified, current Westmoreland County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Westmoreland County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Westmoreland 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.westmoreland-county.org — Official Westmoreland County government website
- eapps.courts.state.va.us — Court records — official source
- www.nnrj.state.va.us — Criminal records — official source
- www.dpor.virginia.gov — Licenses — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Westmoreland County & Virginia Records
For records not specific to Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland County, Virginia
Westmoreland County is located in east central Virginia. The county seat is Montross (official site: http://www.westmoreland-county.org/).
- Population: 19,235
- Households: 7,832
- Median household income: $56,647
- Median home value: $244,000
- Below poverty line: 16.0%
- Land area: 229.3 sq mi
- Population density: 83.9 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 3
- NCES schools indexed: 6
Violation of Supervision Conditions
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F. The Extradition and Fugitive Unit maintains a “Most Wanted Fugitive List.” This includes biographical
View Property Cards
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Westmoreland-county
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Virginia Online Database - Vision Government Solutions
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Westmoreland County Microfilm - Library of Virginia
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Westmoreland County Tax Payments Online https://www.westmoreland-county.org/living-here/taxes View Westmoreland County, Virginia online tax payment information by account number or block, lot or qualification or property owner or company name. Westmoreland County Tax Records https://eservices.westmoreland-county.org/applications/txapps/PropCardsIndex.htm Find Westmoreland County, Virginia tax records by name, property address, account number, tax year, ticket number and district, map and parcel.
Welcome to Northern Neck Regional Jail
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Virginia State Police – The Virginia State Police provides high quality, statewide law enforcement services to the…
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The Virginia State Police provides law enforcement for all people of Virginia and its visitors and supports local and national law enforcement agencies. [metaslider id="911"]…
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 ...
Virginia Courts Case Information (Circuit)
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This is the case management system for circuit courts in Virginia. This is a project with a limited number of courts. Cases may be searched using name, case number, or hearing date. Searches must be done by individual courts. Statewide searches are not possible · Disclaimer: Please be advised ...
Virginia Courts Case Information
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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 ...
Registrant Counts By District Type COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
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Registrant Counts By District Type · COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA · DEPARTMENT OF ELECTIONS · Report ID: CP-150 · Voters registered as of 9/1/2025 · All Localities · ELECT · Locality: 193 WESTMORELAND COUNTY · Precinct No. Precinct Name · Active · Inactive ·
Individual Circuit Court Homepages | Virginia Court System
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Visit Westmoreland County, VA | Westmoreland County Government
Business, Voter & Other
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Official website of Westmoreland County, Virginia government.
westmoreland-county.org
Utilities
Business, Voter & Other
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Westmoreland County Treasurer's Office utility search by customer number and last name.
eservices.westmoreland-county.org
Voters
Business, Voter & Other
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Select Westmoreland County in the Locality menu to view and update your voter registration.
vote.elections.virginia.gov
Polling Places
Business, Voter & Other
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Enter your address to find your Westmoreland County polling place.
elections.virginia.gov
Directory
Business, Voter & Other
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Westmoreland County department directory, including phone numbers.
westmoreland-county.org
Codes
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Westmoreland County Government · 111 Polk St. Montross, Virginia 22520 info@westmoreland-county.org · Westmoreland County Government · Montross, Virginia · Government · Boards · Board of Supervisors · Past Meetings · Public Comment Card · Upcoming Meetings ·
Search Cemeteries - Find A Grave
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Lerty, Westmoreland County, Virginia, USA – *No GPS coordinates · No open requests · 6 memorials · 67% photographed · Also known as: "Lee Family Estate Cemetery" Coles Point, Westmoreland County, Virginia, USA · 4 requests · 13 memorials · 77% photographed ·
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check criminal records in Westmoreland County?
For Westmoreland County criminal records, start with the Virginia State Police for statewide background checks. Local source: Virginia State Police – The Virginia State Police provides high quality, statewide law enforcement services to the… — https://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.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in Virginia?
In Virginia, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by Virginia law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process runs through the sentencing 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.