Leesburg Arrest Records

Leesburg arrest records are maintained by the Leesburg Police Department and processed through the Loudoun County court system. Leesburg is the county seat of Loudoun County and Virginia's largest town, though it is not an independent city. Arrests made by the Leesburg Police Department go through the Loudoun County Circuit Court and General District Court. You can search criminal cases free through the Virginia Courts Case Information System or request certified criminal history from the Virginia State Police.

Leesburg Police Department

The Leesburg Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency for the town and the first contact for arrest record requests. The department keeps arrest logs, booking records, and incident reports. Unlike Virginia's independent cities, Leesburg is a town within Loudoun County, so its court cases are processed through the Loudoun County court system in Leesburg.

You can request records in person or in writing. Include the full name of the subject, the approximate date of arrest, and any case number you have. Some requests may need to go through Virginia FOIA, and copy fees may apply. The department handles records requests during normal business hours.

Because Leesburg is part of Loudoun County, the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office also has jurisdiction in parts of the area. For arrests made outside the town limits but in the broader area, the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office may hold the relevant records.

How to Search Leesburg Arrest Records

The free starting point is the Virginia Courts Case Information System at vacourts.gov. Search by name or case number to view charges, hearing dates, and outcomes. Because Leesburg is the county seat, both city arrests and broader Loudoun County cases go through the same courthouse. No account or fee is required.

For certified criminal history records, the Virginia State Police Civil and Applicant Records Exchange (CARE) is the official system. Submit form SP-167 with notarized consent. The fee is $15 per name search. Mail the form with payment to the VSP in Richmond. Processing takes around 15 business days. Forms are at vsp.virginia.gov.

To find someone at a state correctional facility, use the VADOC Offender Locator. For local custody, contact the Leesburg Police Department or the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center.

In-person searches are available at the Loudoun County courthouse in Leesburg. Public access terminals let you search records during business hours. Bring a photo ID and any details about the case.

Leesburg Court Records

Leesburg is the county seat of Loudoun County, so the Loudoun County Circuit Court and General District Court are both located in Leesburg. These courts handle all criminal cases from both the town and the broader county.

The Circuit Court handles felony criminal cases, jury trials, and appeals from the General District Court. Felony charges from Leesburg go through the Circuit Court. You can look up records online or visit the clerk in person. The clerk provides certified copies for a per-page fee.

The General District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, and preliminary hearings. Both courts are searchable through the Virginia Courts Case Information System. Under § 19.2-389, criminal history records are maintained centrally by the Virginia State Police, which is the authoritative source for background checks. The local court system is best for case-level details and dispositions.

FOIA and Public Access in Leesburg

Virginia's Freedom of Information Act at § 2.2-3704 gives the public the right to request government records. Leesburg and Loudoun County agencies must respond to FOIA requests within five working days. The law presumes records are open unless an exemption applies.

To request records, send a written request to the agency that holds them. Describe the records well enough for staff to find them. Include the subject's name, approximate dates, and the type of record. You do not need to state why you want the records. The agency can grant the request, deny it with a reason, or ask for more time.

The identity of an arrested person, the charge filed, and the current status of that charge are public under Virginia law. Active investigations may be withheld. Juvenile records are confidential. Requests expected to cost over $200 may require a deposit. The FOIA Advisory Council can help at (804) 698-1810.

Expungement of Leesburg Arrest Records

Virginia allows some arrest records to be expunged. Under § 19.2-392.2, you may qualify if charges were dismissed, if you were acquitted, if you were arrested but never charged and the record causes harm, or if you received an absolute pardon after conviction.

Virginia does not generally allow expungement of convictions. New state law effective July 2025 may allow certain convictions to be automatically sealed after waiting periods, but implementation is ongoing statewide.

To file for expungement for a Leesburg arrest, petition the Loudoun County Circuit Court in Leesburg. Your petition must describe the arrest and the legal basis. You will submit fingerprints through the Virginia State Police. The Commonwealth's Attorney gets a copy and can oppose the petition. If opposed, the court holds a hearing. Filing fees apply at the clerk's office. The full statute is at the Virginia General Assembly's Code search tool.

Nearby Cities and Jurisdictions

Leesburg is in Northern Virginia in Loudoun County. Several independent cities and major jurisdictions are in the surrounding area.