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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. Wesley Landsman
Date
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1816
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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
MeganPullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_004_077
Landsman
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_021_039.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
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
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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
Relation
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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. Wesley Taylor
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1900
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
Creator
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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
Identifier
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Ccr002_021_039
Taylor
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_014_063.pdf
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Title
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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.
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
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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
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
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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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Commonwealth v. Westley Sandsman
Date
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1855
Subject
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Sell Alcohol
Description
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Defendant charged with retailing ardent spirits without a license. 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_014_063
Sandsman
-
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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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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1902
Title
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Commonwealth v. Whit Eaton
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Defendant charged with felony larceny.
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Felony
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_003_036
Bowman
Eaton
-
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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. Whit Eaton
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1903
Subject
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Felony
Theft
Description
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Defendant charged with feloniouslty stealing a horse.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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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_022_046
Eaton
-
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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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. Whitfieal Rains
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1890
Subject
The topic of the resource
Assault
Description
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Defendant charged with assault.
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_020_012
Rains
-
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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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
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Commonwealth v. Whitfieald Shiflett
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1891
Subject
The topic of the resource
Assault and Battery
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and battery.
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
Identifier
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Ccr002_020_039
Shiflett
-
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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
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
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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
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1916-1933
Identifier
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Pro001
Relation
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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>
Is Referenced By
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a>
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Whitfield Shifflett
Description
An account of the resource
Misdemeanor; Indictment
Subject
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Misdemeanor
Indictment
Contributor
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
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1923
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RcPr-box3-043
Format
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Shifflett
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I n the Cir c 11i t Court of sa. id. Co unty :
The grand.- jtLrors in a nd for the body of sa id County of
ham an d now at te nding sa.i d Court a t
its Februa ry ter m, 19~ 4 .
,ocki ng -
upon the i r
oaths do present t ha t Wl1 i tfie d Sh i fflett , within on e ye ar next pri or
to the f' indi ng of th is i n di-ct ment , in the said County of Rock ingham , did
unlawfu.lly rro.nufacture , sell, offer , keep , store and expose for s ale ,
give away , t r a n s p ort, d is pe n s e , solic it , a dv ert i s e and recei ve orders
for ar den t s pirits, a g a.i ns t the peace and
igni ty of the Commonweal th
of Vi rginia .
The
pre s e nt
urors af ar esa i d tip on t heir oaths afore said do further
that Whi tf ield Shi fflett , withi n one ye a r nex t p rior t o the
f i nd ing of this i1 ·di !h t ment , in the said Count y of Roct:ingham , di e.
u.nl awful ly hu ve in his
poss e ssion a rden t spiri ts, ~Jgainst the µ: a ce
and d ignity of t he Commonwe alth of Virgi nia .
=nd the jurors · foresai d Ul_)On t heir oaths afore s aid do furthe r
present th a
Whi tfield S hi ff let t, withi n one yea r next prior to t he
finding of th i s i nd ic t meut , in t he sa i d Cot1nty of Rockingham . did
unl awfully receive ardent spirits , against the poo.c e and dignit y of the
Commonweal th of Vi r ginia.
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indictment is found on th e t estimony of C. . • Fullc , H. W.
• Sh iffletC Cha r les =a ton ~ a.nd Clyde Shiffl e tt , wi t n esse s
sworn in Co urt
no. se t b ef ore th e gra n d jt1ry to give e vide nc e .
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to be inof the said county of Rockingh am, and severally and respectiv eJy acknowledged themselv es
the said
debted to the Common wealth of Virginia, in manner and form following, that is to say:
. the sum of
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and they
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any
severally waived the benefit of their Homeste ad Exempti on as to this obligatio n, and also waived
nce with
claim or right to discharge any liability to the Common wealth arising under this recogniza
the said
coupons detached from the bonds of this State, to the use of the Commonwealth of Virginia if
of the
___ @ ~ / ~ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - s h a l l make default in the performa nce
condition s underwri tten.
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The condition of the above recognizance is such that if the above b o u n d _ ! J { J ~
Circuit
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depart thence without the leave of said Court, then the above r ecognizance shall be void and
effect, otherwis e to remain in full force and virtue.
Taken and acknowle dged before me, the day and year first above written.
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�THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGIN IA.
1'0 THE SHERIF F OF ROCKJNGJJ AM COUNTY , GREETI NGS:
Vve command you, that you take __~ ~ ~ - ~- -------- ---- if he b_e
found within your bailiwiok, and him safely keep, so that you have his body forthwith before the
Circuit Court of Rocking·ham County, at the· Court House thereo.f
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vVitness J . F. Blackbur n, Clerk of our said Court
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�In the Name of the Commonwealth of Virginia:
To the Sheriff of Rockingham County, Greeting:
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to a ppear befor e the Judge of the Circuit Court of Rockingham County, at the Court
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behalf of the Commonwealth
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who sta,nds ch a,-._ged with and indicted f or a f elony
misde1nea nor .
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a n d there this W rit.
Witness, J . F . BLACKBUR N , Cler k of our said Court, a t the Court House, the
c::i-.n .. .day of. ~ ~ .....
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14 ... £ .th year of t he Com,monwealth.
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Clerk .
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who stands cha,,ged with and indicted for a felony misdemeanor .
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and there this Writ.
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Dublin Core
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Title
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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
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
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>
Is Referenced By
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a>
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Whitfield Shifflett
Description
An account of the resource
Misdemeanor; Not Guilty
Subject
The topic of the resource
MIsdemeanor
not guilty
Contributor
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1924
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. (<a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a>)
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RcPr-box4-047
Format
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PDF
Source
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Shifflett
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/e8a251d81c354234352ddef40b5496aa.pdf
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C01~IDNWE.ALTH OF VIRGI NIA ,
COUNTY OF ROCICTNGHAM, to - wit :
I n the Circuit Court of sa id County :
The gtand jurors in and for the body of
s aid county of Rockingham and now attending said Court
at its February term, 1927 , upon their oaths do present
t hat mitfield Shifflett and Cl arence Shifflett , within
one year next prior to the finding of th is i ndictment ,
in the said county of Rockingham , did unl awfully and
feloniously manufacture distilled ardent spirits , against th e peace and di gnity of the Commonwealth of
Virgi n ia .
This i ndictment is found on the t estimony
of W. T. Rexrode , J . L. Dirting , a nd D. H. Dofflemyer ,
witnesses swor n i n Court and sent before the grand jury
to give evidence .
�Prohib ition - Mfg .
Commonwealth
v) I nformation
Whitfield Shiffle tt
Claren ce Shifflett
.F.elony .
....
February term, 1927
D. w. Earman
Commonwealth ' s Attorne y
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Commonwealth of Virginia, lT
Rockingham County, j o-wt ·
BE IT R~_ME~l~ERED tbat on the --~?!¥!_ ___day of_ ____ ~q~A~!"_______________ l92 6 ,-----------
Clare~e Shiflett and W.R. Shiflett-
----------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------came before me _________ J. _W•. Keiter_ a .Tuat ice_ - -------------------------·--------------of the said county of Rockingham, and severally and respectiveJy acknowledged themselves to be in-
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debted .to . .the : Commonwealth o_f Virginia,
Clarence Shiflett
-
-
in
manper and form following, that is to say: the said
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-
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-
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. the sum of
___ .. . - , __ , _. ____ · _ ____ _ _ __ _ _ _------- ________ _ _____________________ __________________ 111
__ Five Hundred ___ - _____ --------- ______ - ______ - ______ - ______ ------- - ______ - _____ Dollars
good and lawful money_ _of the Un_ited States, and the said ____ if_.__R,___Sh.i.f.le..t:t___ ~-----------in the sum
,0,f_ ____ F.i_ire_Jltu1.d..:reil ____-_ ______ _:-_______ Dollars
of like good and lawful money, to be
.
respectively made and levied of their several goods and chattels, lands and tenements, and they
'
.
severally waived the benefit of their Homestead Exemption as to this obligation,- and also waived any
claim or right to discharge any liability to the Commonwealth arising under this recognizance with
coupons deta_c_h~d. from th~ bonds of this State, to the use of the Commonwealth of Virginia if the said
______ QJ.JiH !!_Il~__$bj_il~_t_t_ ____ :-____ :-______~--- ______ shall make default in the performance of tbe
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conditions underwritten.
T.h.e__ c9n_ditio.n. _of the above recognizance is such that if the above bound _______________ _' _____ _
__ y].._~!"~_%'.!Q!'__ g!l_i_f!,~-~~----~----:~-:------------- do and shall personally appear before the Circuit
Court o.f Rockingham on the __ ..Fi.rs.t_d~.y of_the __ ~e.xt~------------------------------Term next
thereof, being the __ 2.l..6.t ___ day of _____ .F.eb.r_ua.r.y______________ l92 7 , at the Court-house thereof,
and then and there answer tl1e_Qorn~onw_e_~l~h· of V_irginia conceming a certain __ ~~lg_qy ______ whereof the said _________ £:!_lE!rJ'_nc!!__SbJ._t].jtt_t ______-_______ :-______~ _____ stands charged, and sball not
depart thence without the leave of said Court, th en the above r ecognizance shall be void and of no
effect, otherwise to remain in fu]l force and virtue.
rraken and acknowledged before me, the day and year first above writte~;.--! _\./J
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�COMMONWEALTH
vs
CLARENCE SHIFLETT.
(RECOGNIZANCE)
�Commonwealth of Virginia, l T
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Rockingham Coun~y, j o-wt ·
BE
I:.r. REM})~BERED. that
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--~?.!!.<! __ _day
\Thitfield Shiflett and
of_ ___p~-~~}.>-~~- _______________ 192 6 ,- _________ _
W.R. Shiflett-
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- ----------------------------------------- -- ---came before me _____ _____ J. _ 1K. _Keiter __ a_ Juat ice- _______________ ____________________ ___ _
of the said county of Rockingham, and severally and respectiveJy aeknowledged themselves to be indebted .to . the · Commonwealth of _Virginia, in manner and form following, tha,t is to say : the said
Whitfield Shiflett-
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. th e sum of
· --------------------- - -- - -- --- .. - ---- -- . - - --- ---- __________________ __________________ 111
Eight Hundred
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·-----------------------------------------------\f • --R-----------------------------•~ Shiflett,.,,0 •oo d an d l.awf u1 money of -t h e U 111· t ed St a t es, an d tlie sai· d ------
m
· th e sum o·f _____
Eiuht
.Jll: _________________________________
Hundred
D o11·a.rs
· of l'k
1 e
O'
0
00 d
an d 1aw f u1 money, t o b e
respectively made and levied of their several goods and chattels, lands and tenements, and they
severally waived the benefit of their Homestead Exemption as to this obligation, and also waived any
claim or right to discharge any liability to the Commonwealth arising under this recognizance with
coupons detached from the bonds of this State, to the use of the Commonwealth of Virginia if the said
Whitfield Shiflett-
.
-----------------------------------------------,- -----shall make default m the performance of the
conditions underwritten.
The condition .of the. above r ecognizance is such that if the above bound _____________________ _
.fhi tfield Shiflett-
. .
-------------------- -~ ----------::- ---- - ------ -- --do . and shall personally appear befor e the C1rcmt
1
Court of Rockingham on _.the __ ~i_:r~_t_da.y of the ___?]~~-~-:-_____-_ _____ : ______-:_ ____-:_ __ __ Term next
thereof, being the ___ ?J_1:rt_ __ day of_ ___~~!'~~~~- ______________ 192 ? , at the Court-house thereof,
and then and there answer the_Commonwealth of Virginia eoncerning a certain ___ F~_lQ_f!Y _____ whereof the said~------~~!_t_~!!'}._<!_~~!!_~~~-~-=----- ____________________ stands charged, and shall not
depart thence without the leave of said Court, th en the above recognizance shall be void and of no
effect, otherwise to r emain in full force and virtue.
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Taken and acknowledged before me, the day and year first above ~'Jitte~
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�cmmoNWEALTH
vs
WHITFIELD SHIFLETT.
{RECOGNIZANCE.)
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�Commonwealth of Virginia
VB.
Whitfield Shifflett and Clarence Shifflett
Charge to the Jury
If you find the accused Whitfield Shifflett and
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in the penitentiary for a period of not less tha11 one year
nor more than five years, or in your discretion by confinement
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COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, } TO WIT:
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY,
To
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of the said County, on the _ 2~ I ~s~t~ -- - day of
December
192-P, in the said County, did
Unlowfully and feloni•uely manufacture Ardenta Spirits in violation
___u'_ law_,__.__________ _ __________ __ ___________ _ _
These are therefore, in the name of the Commonwealth of Virginia, to command you forthwith to apprehend and bring before me, or some other Justice of the said County, the body of the said- - - - - -
Whi t field Shiflett and Clarence Shiflettto answer the .said .complaint and to be further dealt with according to law. And you are required to summon
J. L. Dirting and_D_.__H_.__.BU!l.em_y-e-r_-_________ ___ __
to appear and give evidence in behalf of the Commonwealth, on the examination touching the said offence.
Given under my hand and seal this
No. 38
22nd
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vs
Whitfi eld Shifle tt and
Claren ce Shifle tt.
Charged with
a Felony .
Dec 22nd 1926. At Dayton . Va.
Defend ante founct,
The ·withi°t i warran t thil day heard by me and the for
£heir
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Guilty ·as charged in the Warran t, and
appeara rioe "before the Circui t Court of Rocking ham Cou11ty on the
first day of the Februa r, Teun of !927.
The said Whitfi eld Shifle tt iil the · aum of $800.00 and the said
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Title
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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
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
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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
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1916-1933
Identifier
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Pro001
Relation
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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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Title
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Commonwealth v. Whitfiled Shifflett and Clarence Shifflett
Description
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Felony; Guilty
Subject
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Felony
guilty
manufacture spirits
Contributor
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1927
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RcPr-box6-053
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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JMU Libraries
Shifflett
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/87a048f7ada90c7a09cdeea12f763515.pdf
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an<Y does ( l)elieve that ardent spirits are being manufactured or stored for sale, barter,
gift, of:1sc, in violation of law, in a ce rtain dwelling hou se or outbuildin gs, situate on the ........... .
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the person in whose possession they are found before m e or some other Justice of th e said
County to answer the said complaint a 'ld to he furth er dealt with according to law.
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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
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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. Wilbert Shifflett
Description
An account of the resource
Misdemeanor; Guilty
Subject
The topic of the resource
Misdemeanor
guilty
Search Warrant
posession of still
Contributor
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1923
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RcPr-box3-044
Format
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Shifflett
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_001_005-commonwealth-v-wilkinson.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
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
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Date
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Undated
Title
A name given to the resource
Commonwealth v. Wilkinson
Subject
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Charges Unknown
Description
An account of the resource
Charges unknown
Publisher
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JMU LIbraries
Rights
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Contributor
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Jennifer Taylor
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
PDF
Identifier
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CCR001_001_005
Wilkinson
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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. Will Hess
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Misdemeanor; Indictment
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Misdemeanor
Indictment
posession-2 gallons
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
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1930
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RcPr-box8-051
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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JMU Libraries
Hess
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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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1829
Title
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Commonwealth v. William "A Negro Slave"
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Felony
Break and Enter
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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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PDF
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CCR001_001_007
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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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Commonwealth v. William (alias Bill)
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1827
Subject
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Assault
African American
Enslaved Person
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Defendant charged with maiming with intent to kill. Guilty
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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_009_031
Bill
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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
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1778-1971
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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1890
Title
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Commonwealth v. William A. Johnson
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Felony
Forgery
Description
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Defendant charged with felony forgery.
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JMU LIbraries
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CCR001_001_036
Banks
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cOMMONWEALTH OF VIRGIN IA ,
COUNTY OF ROCKINGHAM, to-wit:
In the Circuit Court of said County:
The grand jurors in and for the body of said
county of Rockingham amd now attending said court at its
February term, 1926, upon their oaths do present that
William A. Morris, within one year next prior to the finding of this indictment, in the said cow1ty of Rockingham,
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did unlawfully and feloniously manufacture ardent spirit s ,
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against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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This indictment is found on the testimony of
C. W. Dove, Johns. Funk, D. H. Dofflemyer, and John
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of the said county of Rockingham, and severally and respective;Jy acknowledged themselves to be indebted to the Commonwealth of Virginia, in manner and form following, tha,t is to say: the said
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respectively made and levied of their several go ocls and chattels, lands and tenements, and they
severally waived the benefit of their Homestead Exemption as to this obligation, and also waived any
claim or right to discharge any liability to the Commonwealth arising under this recognizance with
coupons det~1}Jom the bonds of this State, to the use of the Commonwealth of Virginia if the said
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conditions underwritten.
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In the Circuit Court of said County~
'.I.'he grand jurors in ani for the body of said county
of Rockingh am a nd now a ttending said Court at its iebruar y
term, 1926, upon their oaths do present thayvVil liam A.
Morris, within on e y ear next p rior to the finding of this
indictm ent, in the said county of Rockingh am, did unlawfu lly
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have in his possessi on a st~ll, still cap, worm, tub, ferment er,
and other applianc es co1mecte d with and used in the operatio n
of a still, without having the same register ed as required by
law, against the peace and dignity of t be Commonw ealth of
Virginia .
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A still, still cap, worm, tubs, fermenters and other appliances connected with such still and used,
and mash and other substances, capable of being used, in the manufacture of Ardent Spirits,
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are unlawfully in the possession of, and unlawfully used by one .. ...
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Ardent Spirits are being unlawfully kept, held, stored, concealed, used, sold,
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Herc describe vehicle, aut.,, " a gon, carriage, buggy, boat, baggage or what not
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Herc give name, or describe as in (a) above
And there being reasonable cause for such belief:
THESE ARE, THEREFORE, IN THE NAME OF THE COMMONWEAL TH OF VIRGINIA,
to command you, with all necessary and proper speed and assistance, to search the house, place, baggage ~oat, orr vel;iicla' herei11, designated,, either in day or night, and seize such ardent spirits and their
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the person or persons, in whose possession they are found, and also any person resisting, impeding, obstructing, or in any manner hindering or delaying you in the execution of this warrant, before me, or
some other officer having jurisdictiorr of the case, to be disposed of and dealt with according to -law; and
make return of this warrant showing all acts and things done thereunder, with a particular statement
and sufficient description of the things seized and the name of the person in whose possession found, if
any, and if not found in the possession of any one, so state in your return, and post a true copy of this
warrant and the return thereof, as required by law.
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1.-If only A rd ent Spirits and containers be seized?
th e Magistrate sha ll fi x a time no t less tha n HJ
nor mo re th an 30 clays fr om th e date o f return,
th e h ea rin g of said return . If no clai mant appea~
t he Ardent Spirits and articles are to be forfeite~
to Commonwealt h. Any perso n claiming any o
same m ust fi le a written claim · sta ting particular!
the cha ra ct er a nd <;x te.nt of his interest therein, wheref
u pon the Magistrate shall certify the warrant, writte4"
claim a nd articles cl aimed, to th e Circuit or Corpora.,
tion Court, .as the cas e may be, for determination, and,,
declare the unclaimed articles forfeit ed.
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2.-If still, still cap, worm, tu bs, hea th er, fermen'f
ter s, or any appfo:,nce connected with a still anc
used, or mas h o r oth er subs ta nce capable of bein
used, in the ma111'.1fa cture of_ Ardent Spirits, be seized
th e mash (afte r takin g a sample) shall be des troyed,
a nd the facts and articles seized rep orted to th e Pro
hibitio n D"irector and Commonwealth's Attorney. (A
copy of this wa rr,a nt and proper return w ill be sufficien t notice and r eport). Ard ent Spirits and containers di sposed of as in No. 1 above.
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Commonwealth of Virginia
See Sections 21 ½ , 22, 23, 23½, 57 an d 57½,
of A ssembly, 1918, Page 578.
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stated the following are witncsses :
Executed the within warrant this .. .... .. ..... ........ ......... clay
of ............................ ..... ................... 19?...... , by searching the
within stated ..... .......
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Here state house, room, pbcc
and by seizing the following describ ed Ardent Spirits
a nd other thin gs therein found (and raresting the
above named person 'found in possession thereof) and
\)y posting a tru e copy of this warrant and the return
hereo n on the
Written claim of ownership or interest having been
fil ed to certain of the said things herein seized, this
warrant, the said claim and the things in the claim
particularly described, are hereby certified to the
3.-If A~den t Spirits are ~eing tra nspor ted in an ua
tomobile, boat, w ago n, buggy, or other vehicle, th
A rdent Spirits an d contain ~rs shall be preserved an
the vehicle shall be deliered to the Sergeant of the\
City, th e facts r epo rted to the Prohibition Director
and Commonwealth's Attorney and Ardent Spirits
am! con ta iners di sposed of as prov ided in No. 1 above
(A copy of th is warrant and proper return w ill be
sufficien t report).
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Dublin Core
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Title
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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
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
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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
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1916-1933
Identifier
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Pro001
Relation
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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. William A. Morris
Description
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Felony; Indictment
Subject
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Felony
Indictment
Posession of a Still
manufacturing spirits
plead not guilty
Contributor
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
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1926
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This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. (<a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a>)
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RcPr-box6-002
Format
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PDF
Source
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Morris
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_016_062.pdf
d4a932110267a256deaaf72ce8d2cf5b
Dublin Core
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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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Format
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PDF
Identifier
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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. William A. Vaden
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1866
Subject
The topic of the resource
Felony
Grand larceny
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with felony grand larceny. Dismissed
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
Rights
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Format
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_016_062
Hayden
Vaden
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_022_077.pdf
3038962db3708982478725d94d444d51
Dublin Core
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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
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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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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
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. William Adkins
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1111
Subject
The topic of the resource
Misdemeanor
Unknown
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with unknown misdemeanor offense. Guilty
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
Rights
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Format
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_022_077
Adkins
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_005_023.pdf
93bb3b21c6103a1f77ae9d4ed4b89d2d
Dublin Core
The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/.
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
An entity responsible for making the resource available
JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
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
A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text.
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Title
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Commonwealth v. William Alexander
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1818
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
MeganPullen
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. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/
Format
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_005_023
Alexander