Henrico County Arrest Records

Henrico County arrest records are available through the Henrico County Police Division's public data portal, the Sheriff's Office inmate search system, and a dedicated online arrest charge report search tool at henrico.gov. The county provides more online arrest data than most Virginia jurisdictions, including a searchable database of arrest charge reports and a public crime data portal. This guide explains all the ways to find arrest records in Henrico County, how the court system works, and what your rights are under Virginia law.

Henrico County Online Arrest Records Portal

Henrico County provides several free online tools for searching arrest records. The main portal is the Henrico County Public Police Data site at ppd.henrico.gov. This tool lets you search incident crime reports, calls for service, and arrest charge reports. The arrest report search is one of the most direct ways to find public arrest data for the county without making a formal records request.

The county also provides a dedicated arrest charge report search at henrico.gov/services/search-arrest-charge-reports/. This tool helps you search online for arrest reports filed within the county. It is publicly accessible and free to use. The data comes from the Henrico County Police Records Unit.

In 2024, Henrico County recorded 9,676 arrests, a 3.3% decrease from the prior year. Of those, 9,115 (94.2%) were adults and 561 (5.8%) were juveniles. Larceny was the leading cause of arrest at 1,631 cases, followed by simple assault at 967 cases, driving under the influence at 858 cases, and drug or narcotic offenses at 628 cases. Weapon law violations accounted for 296 arrests.

For the Virginia Courts Case Information System, go to vacourts.gov. This free tool covers Circuit Court and General District Court cases statewide and is a good complement to the county's local arrest data portal.

Henrico County Police Division and Sheriff's Office

Henrico County has both a Police Division and a Sheriff's Office. The Police Division handles day-to-day law enforcement and arrests. The Sheriff's Office operates the county jail and handles court security.

The Sheriff's Office operates two jail locations: Jail East and Jail West. Inmate search is available online through the Sheriff's Office website at henrico.gov/sheriff. If you want to know whether someone is currently in custody, the online inmate search shows current inmates, booking information, charges, bond amounts, and court dates.

For a full statewide criminal history, use the Virginia State Police CARE system. Complete form SP-167 and mail it with a $15 fee to VSP in Richmond. Processing takes roughly 15 business days. Details are at vsp.virginia.gov. For VADOC inmates, use the VADOC Offender Locator.

Henrico County Court Records

Henrico County has a Circuit Court and a General District Court. Both handle criminal cases and maintain public records that can be searched online or in person. The courts are located in Henrico.

The Circuit Court handles felony cases, trials, sentencing, and appeals from the General District Court. Felony arrest and trial records are filed at the Circuit Court. You can search these online or visit the clerk's office for certified copies of orders and judgments.

The General District Court handles misdemeanor charges, traffic violations, and preliminary hearings on felony cases. Both courts are searchable through the Virginia Judiciary case search tool. Under Virginia Code § 19.2-389, criminal history records are maintained centrally through the Virginia State Police's Central Criminal Records Exchange.

For paper copies of case files, visit the clerk's office in person. Staff can explain the per-page copy fee and accepted payment methods. Public access terminals are also available during business hours.

FOIA and Public Access in Henrico County

Virginia's Freedom of Information Act at § 2.2-3704 gives you the right to request government records including arrest records. All public records are presumed open unless an exemption applies. The Henrico County Police Division, Sheriff's Office, and court clerks must respond to written requests within five working days.

Submit a written request to the records custodian at the appropriate office. You don't need to explain your reason. Describe the records clearly so staff can find them. Include the person's name, approximate dates, and type of record. Agencies charge actual fees for copies and staff time but cannot add extra charges beyond cost.

The identity of arrested persons and charges against them are public under Virginia law. Active investigations are exempt. Juvenile records are confidential. For requests expected to cost more than $200, the office may require a deposit. The FOIA Advisory Council can assist at (804) 698-1810.

Expungement of Henrico County Arrest Records

Under Virginia Code § 19.2-392.2, you may petition to expunge certain arrest records if you were acquitted, if charges were dismissed or nolle prosequi, or if you were arrested but not charged and the record is inaccurate or misleading. An absolute pardon after wrongful conviction may also qualify.

Virginia does not generally allow expungement of convictions. New laws taking effect July 2025 created an automatic sealing path for certain misdemeanor and felony convictions after applicable waiting periods. That is separate from traditional expungement and operates under different rules.

To file for expungement in Henrico County, petition the Circuit Court. Describe the arrest and state the legal basis for sealing. Submit fingerprints through the Virginia State Police. The Commonwealth's Attorney gets a copy and may oppose. A hearing is held if there is opposition. Filing fees apply at the clerk's office. The full statute is at the Virginia General Assembly's code search tool.

Henrico County Police Records Resources

Cities Near Henrico County

Henrico County surrounds the independent city of Richmond on three sides. Richmond is a separate jurisdiction with its own police department and court system. If an arrest occurred within Richmond city limits, you need to search Richmond city records, not Henrico County records. Henrico County does not contain any incorporated cities or towns within its borders.

Nearby Counties

Henrico County is in central Virginia surrounding Richmond. Several other counties are close by. Make sure you are searching the right jurisdiction for your case.