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A civil suit begins when a legal person files a "plaint" or a complaint with the court, alleging that he has been harmed or injured as a result of the activities of another person or entity. A civil case must be filed ing to a certain procedure outlined in the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908.

Public records maintained by the Clerk of the Supreme Court of Virginia may be requested from the clerk of court. Contact information for the Clerk may be found at: .

Five days' notice is required to the opposing party and the court. Motions may be typed by either party, may be filed on the General Notice and Motion Form or may be filed on one of the appropriate forms provided by the Supreme Court of Virginia (located here).

To file this lawsuit, you must go to the General District Court Clerk's office. Ask for the proper court form. To sue for money, fill out a "Warrant in Debt." Even though this court form is called a "warrant," it is not used in a criminal case. It is used in a civil (non-criminal) case.

How long will it take for a final Judgment after the Case is filed? Normally criminal case is expected to be decided within six months. Civil matters are expected to have disposal within three years. However, one can not expect disposal of case within such period of time.

If your lawsuit is for more than $200, the filing fee is $26, plus $12 for each person or business you are suing. If your lawsuit is for $200 or less, the filing fee is $21, plus $12 for each person or business you are suing. If you win, the judgment will include your filing and service fees.