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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Reubin King
Date
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1816
Subject
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Assult and Beating
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Defendant charged with assault and beating.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_004_029
King
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_005_058.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Reubin King
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1818
Subject
The topic of the resource
Unlawful Gaming
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with unlawful gaming.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_005_058
King
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_009_002.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Reubin Stacks
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1826
Subject
The topic of the resource
Assault and Beating
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and beating.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_009_002
Boyers
Stacks
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_019_013.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Richard and Jacob Miller
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1876
Subject
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Unknown
Description
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Defendant charged with unknown offense.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
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Ccr002_019_013
Miller
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Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases
Description
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The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant. <br /><br />For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above.
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
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Prohibition--History
Prohibition--Government policy--United States
Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1916-1933
Identifier
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Pro001
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a><br /><a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a>
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a>
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Richard Bowers
Description
An account of the resource
Felony; Guilty
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Felony
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transport
carrying firearm
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
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1930
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RcPr-box8-021
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Bowers
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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1928
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Commonwealth v. Richard Bowers
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Defendant charged with felony break and enter and felony larceny.
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Felony
Burglary
Break and Enter
Larceny
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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CCR001_010_303
Bowers
Via
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_014_012.pdf
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Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases
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The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant. <br /><br />For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above.
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
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Prohibition--History
Prohibition--Government policy--United States
Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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1916-1933
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Pro001
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a><br /><a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a>
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Commonwealth v. Richard Boyers
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1853
Subject
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Assault and Beating
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and beating. Not guilty
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_014_012
Boyers
Simmers
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_003_055.pdf
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Title
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
Creator
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Richard Carrier
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1814
Subject
The topic of the resource
Assault and Battery
Description
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Defendant charged with fighting by assault and battery. Guilty
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_003_055
Carrier
Rader
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_014_014.pdf
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Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant. <br /><br />For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above.
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
The topic of the resource
Prohibition--History
Prohibition--Government policy--United States
Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Rockingham County Circuit Court
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1916-1933
Identifier
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Pro001
Relation
A related resource
<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a><br /><a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a>
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a>
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Richard Clatterbuck
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1853
Subject
The topic of the resource
Assault and Battery
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with assault and battery. Guilty
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_014_014
Burtner
Clatterbuck
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_003_066.pdf
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Title
A name given to the resource
Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights.
Format
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PDF
Identifier
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource
Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Dublin Core
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Richard Custer Jr.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1814
Subject
The topic of the resource
Non-attendance
Juror
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with non-attendance as a grand juror.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
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Criminal
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Ccr002_003_066
Custer
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Richard Donavan
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1894
Subject
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Assault and Beating
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Defendant charged with assault and beating.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_020_068
Donavan
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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1894
Title
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Commonwealth v. Richard Donovan
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Felony
Assault and Battery
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Defendant charged with felony assault and battery.
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JMU LIbraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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CCR001_002_012
Donovan
Fultz
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Richard Falkner
Date
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1818
Subject
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Unlawful Gaming
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Defendant charged with unlawful gaming.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_005_045
Falkner
-
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Richard Foster
Date
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1852
Subject
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Assault and Battery
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Defendant charged with assault and battery.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_013_064
Foster
Strickler
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_013_008.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Richard Hoard
Date
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1846
Subject
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Felony
Theft
Description
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Defendant charged with felony stealing. Not Guilty
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_013_008
Hoard
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_002_043-commonwealth-v-richard-hussey-abraham-paul.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
Rights
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PDF
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Date
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1899
Title
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Commonwealth v. Richard Hussey and Abraham Paul
Subject
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Felony
Assault and Battery
Description
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Defendant charged with felony assault and battery.
Publisher
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JMU LIbraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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CCR001_002_043
Dearers
Hussey
Paul
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Richard J. Foster
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1858
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Perjury
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Defendant charged with perjury.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_015_038
Foster
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_008_004.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Richard Jackson
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1822
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Threat
African American
Free Person
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Defendant charged with threatening to beat or do bodily hurt.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_008_004
Jackson
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_016_025.pdf
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Title
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Commonwealth v. Richard Jarrols
Date
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1861
Subject
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Assault and Battery
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Defendant charged with assault and battery. Not guilty
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_016_025
Huffman
Jarrols
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_015_024.pdf
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Title
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
Creator
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Richard Jarrols
Date
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1857
Subject
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Sell Alcohol
Description
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Defendant charged with retailing ardent spirits without a license.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_015_024
Jarrols