The Court of Appeals of Virginia was established January 1, 1985. It is an intermediate appellate court created to increase the appellate capacity of the court system and expedite appellate review. Its administrative headquarters are in the Supreme Court Building in Richmond, Virginia.
The Office of Chief Staff Attorney reviews petitions for appeal, appeals of right, and petitions in original jurisdiction cases, and prepares written summaries for the judges to aid their decisional process.
Published Opinions (5/2/95 – present) Opinions designated by the Court as having precedential value or as otherwise having significance for the law or legal system. Opinions are issued every Tuesday.
Unpublished Opinions (3/5/02 – present) Opinions not designated by the Court as having precedential value or as otherwise having significance for the law or legal system. Opinions are issued every Tuesday.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Provides basic information about the requirements of the ADA as they pertain to Virginia’s Judicial System, including how to request an accommodation.
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