Judge Jody H. Fariss
Judge • Prince Edward General District Court, Virginia
Court-wide rules
Applies court-widePrince Edward General District Court, Virginia publishes its filing requirements at the court level rather than per judge, so these 13 rules are what govern this courtroom.
Fees
All 8- Applies to
- Fines and costs
Fines and costs are due in full on the day of court.
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- Fines and costs
A defendant tried in absence or unable to pay on the court date has 90 days to pay in full, after which no further action is required if payment is received.
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- Deferred payment agreement
After the initial 90-day period, a defendant may enter an initial deferred payment agreement lasting up to six months, which must be made in person at the Clerk's Office.
Adjournments
All 4The Clerk grants the first continuance in a traffic case.
A continuance in a criminal case must be agreed to by the Commonwealth's Attorney.
If the Commonwealth's Attorney and the defendant cannot agree on a criminal continuance, the defendant may request a hearing on the motion.
Communication
All 1A defendant seeking additional time after the second six-month period must contact the Clerk to request a date and time to appear before the Judge.
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