Judge J. William Watson Jr.
Judge • Mecklenburg County Circuit Court, Virginia
Communication
Court-wideCourt-wide rules
Applies court-wideMecklenburg County Circuit Court, Virginia publishes its filing requirements at the court level rather than per judge, so these 20 rules are what govern this courtroom.
Fees
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- Court fines and costs
Fines and costs are due within 30 days after sentencing unless the court orders otherwise.
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- Court fines and costs
A defendant unable to pay fines and costs in full within 30 days is offered a payment plan, limited to amounts still within the statutory collection period.
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- Court costs fines and restitution
Payments are applied to restitution first, with any remainder applied to court costs and fines.
Filing Requirements
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- Payment plan modification request
A defendant may request a plan modification in writing using form DC-211, and the court may grant it upon a good-faith showing of need.
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- Community service approval request
Community service must be arranged in advance, approved by the court using Clerk’s Office forms, and performed at an eligible organization or political subdivision.
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- Incarcerated work credit confirmation request
A person who performed work while incarcerated, or a designated representative, may request confirmation of hours and credits in writing on form DC-212.
Communication
All 1- Contact
Civil case scheduling requests must be made in writing; email is preferred and should be sent to the listed address.
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