Campbell County Busted Mugshots

Campbell County busted mugshots and arrest records are kept by the Sheriff's Office in Rustburg and the Blue Ridge Regional Jail. You can find booking photos, charge information, and inmate records through county agencies and statewide Virginia search tools. This page explains how to access Campbell County arrest records, how to submit a public records request, and what Virginia law requires agencies to release.

Campbell County Sheriff's Office

The Campbell County Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency in the county. It handles all county arrests and maintains booking records. When a person is arrested, the Sheriff's Office takes a booking photo and documents the charges. These records are public under Virginia Code §2.2-3706(A)(2), which requires law enforcement to release adult arrestee photographs taken during initial intake. Contact the office through co.campbell.va.us/sheriff.

Campbell County is one of the larger counties in central Virginia by population. The Sheriff's Office handles a significant volume of arrests each year. Most of those records are available to the public under state FOIA law. You do not need to be related to the arrested person or have a legal reason to request a mugshot. You just need to submit a written request.

For a statewide criminal history search, visit the Virginia State Police at vsp.virginia.gov/services/criminal-background. The Central Criminal Records Exchange charges $15 for a name-based history check. This covers all Virginia agencies, not just Campbell County. Use the SP-167 form available at vsp.virginia.gov/services/forms and mail it in with payment.

The third-party database at virginia.arrests.org may have recent Campbell County mugshots. It aggregates booking data from across Virginia. It is not an official source, but it can give you a quick look at recent arrests. Always confirm records with the Sheriff's Office before acting on information from unofficial sites.

Blue Ridge Regional Jail

Campbell County inmates are housed at the Blue Ridge Regional Jail. This facility serves Campbell County and nearby areas. It maintains booking records, custody status information, and inmate mugshots. Visit brrjva.org for inmate search tools and contact information. Staff can help with record requests that involve people in their custody.

VINE at vinelink.com is Virginia's free custody status service. It covers most county jails in the state, including those in Campbell County's region. You can search by name or offender ID and sign up for alerts when someone's status changes. VINE works online and by phone and is available at any time.

Campbell County Circuit Court Records

The Campbell County Circuit Court Clerk keeps felony criminal case records. These include arrest-related filings, court orders, and case dispositions. You can visit the Circuit Court in Rustburg or contact them at co.campbell.va.us/circuit-court. Felony court records are public in Virginia unless specifically sealed by a judge.

The Virginia Online Case Information System at eapps.courts.state.va.us lets you search circuit court records from home. You accept the user agreement, enter a name or case number, and view results. The system covers many Virginia circuit courts including Campbell County. It shows charge details and case status. The booking photo is separate and held by the arresting agency, so OCIS gives you the court side of the case, not the mugshot itself.

The Campbell County General District Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases. Those records are also accessible to the public. Visit vacourts.gov for information on how to access district court records in Campbell County.

FOIA Access to Campbell County Arrest Records

Virginia law gives you the right to request Campbell County arrest records and mugshots. The key statute is §2.2-3706, which requires law enforcement to release felony incident information, adult booking photos, and basic arrestee identity data. Public records requests must be answered within five business days. Agencies can ask for a brief extension in some cases, but they cannot simply refuse without legal grounds.

If you need help with a FOIA request or if the Sheriff's Office has not responded, contact the Virginia FOIA Advisory Council at foiacouncil.dls.virginia.gov. They are reachable at (804) 698-1810 and can advise you on your rights and how to proceed. Their service is free for requesters and agencies alike. They publish opinions on specific records disputes that you can use as a reference.

The criminal records chapter of Virginia law is in Title 19.2, Chapter 23. Section 19.2-392 requires law enforcement to take fingerprints and photos during booking. These requirements apply to all arrests in Campbell County. The records created during this process feed into the Central Criminal Records Exchange and become part of the official state record.

Note: Criminal investigative files that are part of an inactive case became more broadly available under Virginia Code §2.2-3706.1, effective July 1, 2021. If you are looking for an older case file, this expansion may help.

Expungement in Campbell County

If you were arrested in Campbell County but not found guilty, you may be able to get your arrest record removed from public view. Virginia Code §19.2-392.2 allows people who were acquitted or had charges dismissed to petition for expungement in the circuit court where the case was filed. For Campbell County cases, that is the Campbell County Circuit Court in Rustburg.

The steps include filing a petition, providing fingerprints to a law enforcement agency, and waiting for the CCRE to send your criminal history to the court. The prosecuting attorney has 21 days to respond. Then the court holds a hearing and issues a decision. If the petition is granted, an order goes to the Department of State Police, which handles removal of public access to the record.

Virginia's record sealing law, effective July 1, 2026, under Title 19.2, creates a new option for people with some convictions. Until now, Virginia only allowed expungement for non-convictions. The new law changes that. Contact the Campbell County Circuit Court or a local attorney for more information on eligibility and next steps.

Sex Offender Registry and State Tools

The Virginia State Police maintains the Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry at sex-offender.vsp.virginia.gov. You can search by county to see offenders registered in Campbell County. Each profile includes a photo, name, address, and offense details. The registry is free to use and updated every business day. It is public under Virginia Code §19.2-390.1.

For people in state prison, use the Virginia Department of Corrections offender locator at vadoc.virginia.gov. Search by name or ID and you get facility location, a photo, and release information. This tool only shows people in VADOC custody, not those in county jails. Use VINE for county jail status and VADOC for state prison.

The Library of Virginia at lva.virginia.gov manages records retention for all Virginia law enforcement agencies. Adult arrest records must be kept for 100 years from the subject's date of birth. This means Campbell County booking records and mugshots are preserved for a long time and remain accessible until expungement or sealing removes them from public view.

Nearby Counties

Campbell County borders several counties in south-central Virginia. These counties have similar court systems and public record access rules.