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COMMONWEALTH
OF VIRGINIA
COUNTYOR ROCKINGHAM,
to-wit:
In the Circuit
Court
The jurors
Rockingham,
term,
of said
County:
in and for
and now attending
1931, uuon their
oaths
the body of the County of
said
court
do present
on or about
the 14th day of September,
feloniously
and unlawfully
ner,
against
at its
did kill
the peace and dignity
that
1931,
and slay
October
Herman Sandy,
in said
County,
one A. A. Tur-
or the Commonwealth of
Virginia
This indictment
John Trumbo,
Fawley,
court
is found on the testimony
s. w. Trumbo,
Harry Trumbo,
s.
Rlunion
and Jesse
Moyers,
and sent
before
the grand
jury
A.
J){c.
Runion,
witnesses
to give
of
C.R.
sworn in
evidence.
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V
HERMAN SANDY
A FELONY
.. True Bill
V
D. U. Earman, Com. Atty.
�COMMONWEALTH
vs
CHARGETO THE J1JRY
H:ERMANS1.NDY
If you find
will
the accused,
not guilty,
you
say so and no more.
If
you find
him guilty
you will
say so and fix
tentiary
for
five
Herman Sandy,
years,
period
by both
not
a period
or,
such fine
punishrrent
of not
in your
exceeding
his
as charged
less
discretion,
one year
than
indictment,
by confinement
one year
not
then
in the peni-
nor more than
by confinement
or by fine
and imprisonment.
in the
in jail
exceeding
for
$1000 or
a
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highways
vehicle
unless
shall
it
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is
the
jury
of sufficient
drive
from the
Sandy,
violated
death
was caused
gently
operating
it
is the
law of this
width
the
driver
of a motor
to drive
when overtaking
court
further
evidence
in this
the foregoing
thereby,
his
then
automobile.
another
in overtaking
tells
case
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impracticable
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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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Commonwealth v. Herman Sandy
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Defendant charged with felony murder.
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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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1890
Title
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Commonwealth v. Henry Rogers
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Felony
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Defendant charged with felony theft.
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Rodeffer
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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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1899
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Commonwealth v. Henry Hughes and Anna Sirks
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Misdemeanor
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Defendant charged with misdemeanor cohabitation.
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Hughes
Sirks
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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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1892
Title
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Commonwealth v. Guy Webster
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Felony
Attempted Murder
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Defendant charged with felony attempted murder.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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CCR001_001_059
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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CCR001_001_009
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Wilkenson
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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Commonwealth v. George W. Mullen
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Felony
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Defendant charged with felony theft.
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CCR001_001_020
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Mullen
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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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Date
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1892
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Commonwealth v. George Shifflett
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Defendant charged with misdemeanor concealed weapon.
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JMU LIbraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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CCR001_001_072
Shifflett
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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An account of the resource
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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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Date
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1895
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Commonwealth v. George Sherwood
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Felony
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Defendant charged with felony break and enter and felony larceny.
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JMU LIbraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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CCR001_002_026
Sherwood
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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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Ccr001
Ccr002
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1890
Title
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Commonwealth v. George L. Jameson
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Felony
Forgery
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Defendant charged with felony forgery.
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Blosser
Jameson
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TOTHESHERIFFOFROCKINGHAM
COUNTY.
The following
list of persons qf the County of Rockingham,
residing remote from lite place wltere
Lite offence is charged Lo !tave been committed, and in other respec!s qualifi,ed to serve as Jurors, is furnished J'01j/"ro111wltic!t you s!tall Lal,e !lie Veniremen su11111wnedb_1you to serve as Jurors upon lite
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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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1899
Title
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Commonwealth v. George Downey and Lena Downey
Subject
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Felony
Attempted Murder
Aid and Abet
Description
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Defendant charged with felony attempted murder and felony aiding and abetting.
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CCR001_002_038
Breeden
Downey
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_001_071-commonwealth-v-frank-shifflett-and-george-lam.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
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Date
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1892
Title
A name given to the resource
Commonwealth v. Frank Shifflett and George Lam
Subject
The topic of the resource
Felony
Assault and Battery
Description
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Defendant charged with felony assault and battery.
Publisher
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Jennifer Taylor
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CCR001_001_071
Lam
Shifflett
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_002_008-commonwealth-v-frank-ray.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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1893
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Commonwealth v. Frank Ray
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Felony
Theft
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Defendant charged with felony theft.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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1892
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Commonwealth v. Frank Morris
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Felony
Murder
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Defendant charged with felony murder.
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CCR001_001_069
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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1891
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Commonwealth v. Frank Greer
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CCR001_001_046
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Greer
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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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Date
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1893
Title
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Commonwealth v. Frank Dovel
Subject
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Felony
Assault and Battery
Description
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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_006
Crist
Dovel
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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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1893
Title
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Commonwealth v. Frank Burwell and Albert Burwell
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Felony
Break and Enter
Larceny
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Defendant charged with felony break and enter and felony larceny.
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JMU LIbraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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CCR001_002_002
Burwell
Leith
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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
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Date
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1891
Title
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Commonwealth v. Fennell Morris
Subject
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Felony
Attempted Murder
Description
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Defendant charged with felony attempted murder.
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JMU LIbraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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PDF
Identifier
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CCR001_001_053
Ewing
Morris
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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
Rights
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Date
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1871
Title
A name given to the resource
Commonwealth v. Fanny Myers
Subject
The topic of the resource
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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Contributor
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Jennifer Taylor
Format
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PDF
Identifier
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CCR001_001_023
McDowell
Myers