Arlington County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
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The mission of the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court is to provide effective, efficient and quality services, programs and interventions to juveniles, adults and families while addressing public safety, victim impact, offender accountability and competency development in accordance with court orders, provisions of the Code of Virginia and standards set forth by the Department of Juvenile Justice.
In Virginia, a juvenile is any person under 18 years of age. The juvenile and domestic relations district court hears all matters involving juveniles such as criminal or traffic matters. Juvenile delinquency cases are cases involving a minor under the age of 18 who has been accused of committing an offense that would be considered criminal if committed by an adult. Other juvenile offenses may be referred to as status offenses. Status offenses are those acts that are unlawful only because they are committed by a minor.
In addition, this court handles other matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases where the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.
There is a juvenile and domestic relations district court in each city and county. The judges of the juvenile and domestic relations district court are elected by the General Assembly for 6 year terms.
The Court has come under increasing criticism for its handling of custody cases.[[1]], [[2]], [[3]], [[4]]
Judges
Hon. George D. Varoutsos~*
Hon. Esther Wiggins Lyles~
- Chief Judge
~ Presiding Judge
Court Schedule
All Juvenile & Domestic Relations
Mon. - Fri., 9:00 a.m.
Juvenile License Presentation
1st Wed., 4:00 p.m.
Clerk
Ms Amy Kathryn Burnham Hours
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Phone
703/228-4495 Fax: 703/228-3744 Address
P. O. Box 925 1425 North Courthouse Rd, Ste 4100 Arlington County Justice Center Arlington, VA 22216
