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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
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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1898
Title
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Commonwealth v. Catharine Davis (Catharine Shifflett)
Subject
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Misdemeanor
Abusive Language
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Defendant charged with misdemeanor abusive language.
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JMU LIbraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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CCR001_002_036
Davis
Shifflett
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_017_053.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
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Catherine Garrison
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1869
Subject
The topic of the resource
Unlawfully keeping a house for prostitution
Description
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Defendant charged with unlawfully keeping a house for prostitution.
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
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Ccr002_017_053
Garrison
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_009_009.pdf
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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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Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Catherine Haynes
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1826
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Assault and Beating
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Defendant charged with assault and beating.
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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_009
Chrisman
Haynes
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_014_050.pdf
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Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases
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The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant. <br /><br />For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above.
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
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Prohibition--History
Prohibition--Government policy--United States
Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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1916-1933
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Pro001
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a><br /><a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a>
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Commonwealth v. Cathrine Pantz
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1855
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Unlawful Tresspas
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Defendant charged with unlawful trespass. Guilty
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_014_050
Pantz
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COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
COUNTY OF ROCKINGHAM, to-wit:
In the Cincuit Court of said County:
The grand jurors in and for the body of said county of
Rockingham and now attending said court at its December term,
1931, upon their oaths do present that Cecil McCarthy, on or
about the 9th day of September , 1931, in said County, did unlawfully and felonious ly manufactu re distilled ardent spirits, against
the peace and dignity of· the Commonweal th of Virginia.
This indictmen t is found on the testimony of John Hawk,
J. L. Dirting, Jerry Long ands. F. Newman, witnesses sworn in
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then you will s ay so a nd fix his punishment a t confinement
in the penitentiary for not less than one nor more than five
years, or, in your discretion, by confinement in jail for a
period of not less than six months nor more than twelve months,
an d by a fine no t exceeding $500 .
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This day came the atto rney for the Commo nwealt h, and t he
·accus ed, Cecil Mcca r th y , crune in t he c ustody of the sherif f of this
county , and from person s summoned by th e s her iff under a writ of
venire facias , twenty were ex&~ ined by the Court and found duly
qualif ied and free f r om excep t ion; whereu pon, a l ist conta ining
the names of said twenty person s was handed to t he atto r ney for the
Commonwealth and to the accuse d, who each altern at ely struck therefrom the names of four person s, the remain ing twelve , namely ,
R. N. Earman, E. L . yates , Jr ., A. J . Turne r , W. K. Neff, E.W.
Burkho lder , Rober t N. Rhod es, 1. R. Sipe , David D. Carr, W. L .
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to t h e evi de nce , and havin g re ceiv ed the c harge of the Court, and
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consid er their verdi ct , and after some time the y return ed into
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accuse d is c a:nmit ted to the State Convi ct Road Force for the term
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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
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. Cecil McCarthy
Description
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Felony; Guilty
Subject
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Felony
guilty
manufactured ardent spirits
letter from judge
Contributor
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
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1931
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RcPr-box9-038
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
McCarthy
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tolls
further
the Jury th t ba-
tho Co=•,,..lth
!bot
l!~:U,
a,s1; i,to're
l)e~n ......
illtentiQll
Z;O Pl"ltt0,
lc111eci b;'
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u~asod
•es the peri,cr:
a..,.,-,/
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w,.A
nd th.llt h1a <le• th wna not cl.n~ to ao~o other
.nd (P,) tt, t t_..
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not
D~o.n w•a i::n,:rde:rod.
nd the
l"OJIIIO!l'!blo doul>t;
ll
inatraota
rho .11-•4
a,i¥., .. ,
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~he Court inatr>1ots the Ju.r; the.. tre
the ccc~sed
•
to be innocent
ho ie proven eu1lty
_,,t1l
l""' )lr•sumes
beyond a
:reasonable d.oubt, and U' Ll:ere is ~po. the o ind• or: tne ~ury ru,y
roe.eonable
t'oil.'
doubt
do~y to &.cqiL!t ha,
ot l:.ts euilt,
it
suft1cien~
LDd that
bo•-ev~r stro:ir
it
o!: tl:e aoet>.sed, tue law IOfl.kes J.t
of tb~ .;u1lt
the gr $tor
ts
bis «uilt
thool'y,
not su.~1eien•
wetr,tt
support11 th,, o ,ari:,, in t e indi
!:ro·H?Jrs Caee,
\lith
9? Va.
792.
or p,..obabillt;r
to eonYi..et,, nor 11
:1\"'propocdol'allae
t,...nt,
nust be prcvod eo olearl7
consistent
""" euap1e1on
~t
tQ~t
to ~a.:rrant
there
or ev1docoo
is oo ,n tet1on
1, no r¾PEona.tle
th~ evir.t.ence, upon Which
e on.n be innoocnt.
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the Co~nwea.l!:h
conv1et
o• ,n
doubt as t
the aaouaed as~
rich ~oubt an
a rtasocnble
id,
the~ tre
ibler's
::1 ~ a:-stn.t:.ctll.c.e-ees~
whntevc ,
=~
ia,
•tnat
■ tote
the~ have sn.v
tells
of
the jcr;;
of ~he oa~e, 1Yt1ch arter
thay OMI:O'!,se,
to B morel certa!nt:,
Ceee ¾ Va. 813.
to eonvtot
ot ~he tn;.~
tl!Jl,t
tho
ot to:
that
tho entire
or e.ll of the evidHnce ... ee.vcs thf!
in Chat cond 1 tion tr.at
cotvici1on
if
to
bol.Uld to g1vt tim. ~he ter.ofi~
Iind him no~ ,.~11;7 and tho ·o~r;
coi::l_par1son.end oot1siders.tion
an a~id..itl
oft•nae
OJ
e.n; fao, or olroW11sof>.Ilce
neoesaary
~rea
doubt,
or tho Juror::
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tho ,w•;r. tt a-:. t,he bu.rdon 1 .. upon
to prove ev-,ey faot
tne ,ccused
rea•onable
liO.
tnds
f&el
ge.
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The oourt
deliberate,
the
l.nstruote
to Lbe aot!a1
the Jur1 •lwl
•ll4 pr=ed.itattd.
1n-tont1on
ebould
exist
lcilli.ng;
ahou.ld h&Ta oollt into
auoh k1111n&, or a~
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a willru.l,
lc1111:ne, 11' 1a no1' necealll<ry
tor all1 p&l'tioulnr
1• on~ neoeaaa17
~•tenoo
t.ny
to oonatitute
ror
I.he first
~i~e provioUllly •
t.!1'1.t
lellGllh o:C tillo
tllat
prior
aucb inteni1on
time at
the •lmc
ot
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r~• ;u:r7 are lnat.rn.ci•d
doub1. o.e mo,r be honestly
a~an~ial
not
und roasonabl;t
entertained.
~oubt Je eu.oh c
as t.o acy sub-
"~ _rrove he o!fe
,,_,,. ~C✓-1 .19-v,~,
a?
oiust be based
upon ,he evldelfe•~
1denee., or e:.rows out o:r
oe llll arbl1trar:,
oe serious
thtl.t a reaso~~ble
~ 11.a.-~e!"tal .:'"not.esae1..1.-ie.l
l\e<C!lOn&.bledoubt
•d b:; the
f
douot,
and 3ubsta:nt1~1
a !oul>t or i,,:,tarial
t,o 1'.111d a. ver,l1ct
.e e.1' a.e"tce,
or t.hnt 1• su,;e;eot.t.;s
wl 1.oout ov1d&lloe to tu.stc1,
in order
_ ,ct or lliete
of oor1viction,
Lo warrant
necee~ary
an~ not
or
Pe c:11irc;ed..
.Lt •
i tl
an ac~ulotal.
ro r th•
~
mz:'"
1, must
!t
,u,t
Jury Lo believe
imrtater~al and ?lOn-ee~e!"tie.l.
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e wltnosees
law
la
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to
'1ro
that,
Cl·3 WiL:>eB O
or t:\GI> oU>.ar,
o.tot1o
to
Le a quea 101: exolu
~ .d.--e
aa ot=llJ'
II
tu
Lit.
'b-..!anoe4,
or tho
Ule:,,
tt,t
rnr
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!Uerun
:lt tl
I.D
la Ule 4u~
II to
1 t ea~ea a
entl tlo4
to.
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II
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o:r 00 .~r -
o,:fllc!
a J:u-; 1 not · o
ST!,le.!lce £or "; .asalTOe
e tastimon,ate'1UBS
1vel
ro ,.r4 t •
o!' t.e
J.ye !Ille
J,iron
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The Court
guilt
oy circomntantinl
eatnoLinhed
stra.~1 ••
iho Jury too,
1mtruotn
ertdenoe
l
tlJAi; t.he tacts
to proor of
and circ 1':lctlu,cea
should produce on she minds of the Jurr acaolute e.nd demon-
ce!"-ts.._<rtty, bu--; it
1 s sa.;..;. .i..c:!en 1'! :..hc7 I ro-.du.ce moral
ot the oommisston of th& ottenee
doubt.
1~ 1s not esaential
olmrse4,
so the exclunlon
c:e.·ta1Lt7
of renaoMble
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?ho coiu-t instructs
deliberate,
the JWT .hl<t to const1tuto
and pre~e41tatod
the intent1on
should exist
to she act!al
Jtil-!ng;
should
have
8\l.ch killing,
~ome into
v.
it
kill1n;;,
•xistonce
or at aey oi
it ia not necaesuy
for aey particular
it
or:J.y neoess&l'J'
ror
a rillt'J.l,
length
ti:....
oi t1~e prior
such inte,,tio,
..no fl t'St tl.:,:e at
pr8v1ouoly.
I.ha:
tho •1me o:f
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..tar t o
=d
It,
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r ln Uuo 11r::i\ degroo
1
or o.no ; er poi·~OQ 11.ll tll11oo
cd o:, tie
law or lir:
1 1,i n•
anll. 1T.irdor in U.o eoooruJ. Clo ree.
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boo1c1da
in 11rt1nia
o seoo d dtSN••
la otl5r
1,a pr.tm
to e1n
•ti. i!l
ie
l"
to bo murdor
~!enoe
to l:IIU'der
in U:o t1r \ dc.;;reo, ~le bu.rllen of ro-oor in o tho Conno
eal th,
a mooto auwla•
pro or 10
11114to re<!
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on
r.
ho
,ri o
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kill1
l):Nnellitatod
mur<:or l
i1t
1
1Nrde,-
tl.a aooonA d~eo
alico,
b t
ot
\hat
1
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on;r 11lJl:'Ul,
In U o
irat
\t.e • 1,.wr,;1
dcl.ib
ra.te~•,
11bor3te,
roo,
1ll1
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an4
tl.ot
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oout"t 1natrl1Bt
felorJ.oual;r
\ha
all4 W\lawtull:·,
is d1T1ded into t=
Jur;; ~at
ria=lall{.btor
but w1 tho"t
mull co,
io ,:t 01.
.t:illG ano
0
ki!l;.
10 Tolun~r.
0
t
1100,
tddon
·Lter.
111toh na deflntd;
tt o d.letino Uon between
ul.a
::or ia
qu~ool,
tn Uie 1 an.t 01
ll$~:1A
Al!OU
n<\
l.oo,
In or~
r,~
1:1UJ'dornna
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tut it 1e not
or ln. hoot of blood.
lob
o:- lJTlon a\lddon (lU&rrol,
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to ba
o, it cu
oxiatent
111!.llsl.ll"
or
-t Lor.
;en ooo in t e per~onm.nce o!
anotl or b:, aooinent.
or;
cl.llanos:
o!
o• t ""11oe in a
011
t •
e1;
done
Itt-
ant. <>t mllcc
Invol.untnr.;
la
r.uw-
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On the ehfu'£• or ,mrder,
o! lt1ll.1n.,.
t,en tl:e k1ll1n6
olroWll te.neea or i,a1-1t'1e.i1on,
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1a
le ~r'OYed ax:d
tl:o burden
1
pr••=•d~unaccoo:p,rniod
of cU1prov1n;;
tl:e not
·.vitt,
tj,e ,ntliee
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p..-.au•d
,..,,o,..b!e
o.t tho
he u•lle4
to be 1onooent
dooltt,
o"""°naeolth
UJlOD
un~il
hi■ Soilt
ad h• 1 ■ oot
to point
to Yindi~•t•
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10 ...-917
ll.t-q9l
th•t
111 oataol1abed
to ~ proJadloed
to •ny other
the ••~ua•d
11!1
tayo11d •
b7 the La.~bllit7
url.11111 l ,,gent, nor
ht.a Olll l.nnuoano,
b; ll \:l1n
tbe
ill
euilt7
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CJIAROETO Till!: JURY
CE!l7jU£ Ds.AR
,ou !ind
I!
tLe aocu&od,
Central
.Deatt, no1: sut_!ty,
;ou will
say so anR no more.
It ,ou ti nd him KUilty
charged
□ent
io tho
111diatr.ie111;, tben
wLth death,
not less
It you do not
tho indictr.1ont,
then
•< in
conl:i
l/'Oll io no;
of murder
in the !1 r"
se.y oo and !ix
a period
his
le 0 ree,
4r 6 od
!n the seo<>nd degree as
find
voluntary
canalaugr.ter
not looa
Il
ttan
volu.ntar:,
hla
chJlr,;od
punis~.ment
1n tbe
ol,arged
l)U~_:mment
of not lese
1n
by
tl:an
in Jail
fine
exot>edin,,
tim
;:u1li;:,
indiotment,
as oha.rged
~Ive
for a period
one t.housand
not
of
then
you ,rill
1n t!:o pen.itentiart
tor
yea?'&,
ot eit.her
out find
therein,
1n th•
years.
in tJ • f1-rot
him ,;ul.lty
iudictmen~.
by oo,it1.aoent
five
murdar
flnd
but
in the
at oon:finement
1ore than
!inement
not
find
oanelau;;j,ter
.~ nor
than
deeroo,
one no,:, more than
you do not
as
gs
b1o punishr.ient
say so 8Jld fix
ot either
h,._,,, l,"llilty
or murder in the seoo1d
degree
tix
life
year~.
twanty
p•n1 ~•n• 1a.ry f•r
-•
for
pwtish-
nor more than tlr&nty years.
I
eaid,
you will
hto
in the ponitentlary
him 1tuil.ty
or mn.rder
him r,u1-lt1
tlnd
five
find
t~nn
as
degree,
se,;, so and fix
you will
or by oontlnement
or for any ten
but
or murdo" 1n tl.o firsi
or,
yr_ •111
penitentiary
for
in ¥Our 41aCretioo,
twelve
or both,
a:1'ore-
ot 1n-
him l'.Ullty
,hen
exoeedine
dollars,
or 1:!:e !elon1e•
eay so a:,d
not
loos
by eon-
mon,hs, or by n
�Coawaon,,eeJ.th
v)
Central. Detlll
Cbarg• to tno J\try
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Connty.
tn the Cl!'Onit
Court
to\l"I t:
of eaid
Oounty:
bod.,
of tt,o ~ount,
or Rock in~• am and attMdin;,
o,,-t.,
t nt Central
•reeant
then r 'hie
trere
beln.;
lr, e•lJ
efortnougt.t.
alioe
j)een w1,l; a cert
en
Joan
a leaden
Ccunty,
l ten
:elonoµsl.1,
•111!.;;lle:-e
whloh ••-Id pt1•01
1:ta malice
11~or•~bo
l:t.
an" upon she 8'\ld
_,nr,1ean;
t!A l
a",>re
den ht:llot
•1, fully
sta
and of his
..ellae
o:r-re
Afar&tCUofJ:;.
nenr:,, ~oe.n tl:e.n o.nd the.re
Nld
eo BB atoree~ld
llf.1d :nor~al
~iaohar&~d
woun~.
And the
pre ent
e.to-:re
1d in
ae.ete-t.1~
clld •trtke,
and
thougti.
and
:t.!! fi=lov
atoa••"ld
did kill
en1 mur<ler thl
•aid
,1,o
17
1
e"orr.esld.
•ound ou~ O' ':'lh!~~
Co:..,ion
l'th.
died.
do turtber
and ->rt
•"ilftill;y
Ill ding.
an.1 ccr4er
abo,t\ng
etr
nnd
.e:'.o--ee cl :o
, pon th~l.r oatl,o nfor• •sld
.:Jenn. JB.U"eeBnow find 'lool.m
•llfull7
nod
on tlD df\T ead 7ear
oou!l11~llng,
!'elooouel:,,.
ot
bullet
onG mor~sl
Q"'ore:s.alu • .telo.noa
re a: reeald.
di -,l")'
leaden
and l!.al~01.m Leorl07,
Deen,
ro10,o·.:.11ly.
:e he,,.a ot
0-•tl,e a~oroee.td
:io llnd oommlt, and eo lho Jnrore
lilentr"'l
t
rr.:un
opon ti-elr
onp-.ht, •uere ~reeen,,
ent:,ol
ncr.o~-rate
eforoee.id,
'the •aM ~ent.ral
do 8!17 tbat
aid
tr.en ar>l. there
tho ~aunty
t1ill1o~ a!'orotl
cf tto
I!enr;, Dean,
~e.::i~,
Sn w.
st
~
o~~
end ahot
• ain&t
then al'Jd I ore
tte
and
l Lean ,rtth
eatd
e, the
ji,rore
wtth
oowier
Do•n tten
·J n~t
-ctetol
wo!lr.4 U:e en1<1 • 17 !Jea1> tn and upon tl:f!
tre
,.,n
;!entrs.l
Wil"vl.l7 .and; o'!'
mld
•~ 61ld ehO\ o!f eo 1tforee1tid.
Deen. otacbAr
t ea!d
:,,rf'eci •1th
Q
Ill ~I,.
urJi of
and llhoot o~• ... ,.
o!ld I.hat
11 out
and
felonoee1y,
did die,:ha·.oe
uoon thel.r
wilfully,
eo.14 IJentral
hrd end )';ftld N:ld then aoo th?re
\Ltte
oourt,
i~y of October
8th.
ditl mato •n ""••t:lt.
In p!et
ooll•t.
on th•
eaid
the
on
P.err,
o'
Deen
l!eti.eley
1-n anner
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es!ie
<t:,o Terdlct
1n ::Lle e
e on Yte !ollow1z;
· gro.nds:
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Beem.we LJ-.ocor_paa deleoti
l2)
Beoaaee tte ve!'ii.ioi or the Ju.r11• cor.trar~
Bece.aao t!io verdict
(3)
to aapvort
evidenoo
( )
certa1.
Beeaceo
evt:lence
ban not heen 1>roven.
of the
J11r1 1• "ithouL
it.
o: the re!wtal or
l\0N1toro1·e
ofCer•d
the Court to "4::lt
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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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1928
Title
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Commonwealth v. Central Dean
Description
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Defendant charged with felony murder.
Subject
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Felony
Murder
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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PDF
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CCR001_010_305
Dean
Hensley
Snow
-
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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
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Cesar
Date
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1810
Subject
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Adultery
African American
Free Person
Description
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Defendant charged with adultery.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
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Criminal
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Ccr002_002_023
Cesar
Harrison
Smith
-
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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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Date
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1833
Title
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Commonwealth v. Chapman Shiflet
Subject
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Felony
Murder
Description
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Defendant charged with felony murder.
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JMU LIbraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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PDF
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CCR001_001_015
Shiflet
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_010_053.pdf
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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
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Chapman Shiflet (Shifflet)
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1833
Subject
The topic of the resource
Felony
Murder
Description
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Defendant charged with felony murder. Not Guilty
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_010_053
Shifflet
Shiflet
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_020_011.pdf
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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. Charity Reedy
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1890
Subject
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Assault and Beating
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and beating. Guilty
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_020_011
Hawse
Reedy
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_004_021.pdf
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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. Charles
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1815
Subject
The topic of the resource
Felony
Burglary
Breaking and Entering
African American
Enslaved Person
Description
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Defendant charged with burglary and breaking and entering.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_004_021
Charles
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_021_048.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.
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
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1916-1933
Identifier
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Pro001
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a><br /><a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a>
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a>
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Charles Adkins
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1900
Subject
The topic of the resource
Petit Larceny
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with petit larceny.
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
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_021_048
Adkins
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_009_055.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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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PDF
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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. Charles and David Freeze
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1828
Subject
The topic of the resource
Theft
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with stealing.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_009_055
Freeze
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/3d4e5a71495b8cd147d1abb8de6eb71d.pdf
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COl\!MONWEALTH OF VI RGI IA,
COUNTY OF ROC ia :~GH.AH, t o - v, i t :
I n th e Circu i t Cour t of s a i d Count
The grand j urors i n and fo r the body of s ai d c ount y of
Ro cki ngham and now attendi ng sa i d Court a t it s June term , 192 7 ,
u p on the ir oaths do 1J res ent t h at Cha rl es Ar mst r ong , 1;1 i th i n one
year n ext pr i or t o the find i ng of t h i s i ndi c tment , i n s a i d county
of Ro cki ng am , did unlawful l y ma nuf actur e , s el l , offe r , ke e p , s to re
an
exp ose f or s a l e , _ive awa y , t r ansport , di spens e , s oli ci t , a d-
vert i s e and re ce ive orders f or ardent s p i r i ts , agai ns t t e pea ce
and di gni ty of t e Commonwealth of Vi r gi ni a .
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p r es ent tat
r mstrong , wi t h i n one year nex t pr ior t o the
ha r l es
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unl awf u ll
l ve i n h is
of Rocki ngham , d i d
os s e ss io n ardent spiri t s , a gai ns t t e
peac e and di gn i ty of the Commonw e al t h of Vi r gi n i a .
The jur ors af oresaid u pon the i r oaths afor esa i d do fu r ther
pr esent t at Charl es lrmstrong , vi thi n one year next pri or t o the
finding of th i s i ndi c tment , i n the s ai d coun t y of
unl awf ull y rece i ve ardent spirits ,
oft e Com.monw ealt
o c1ci nr;ham , d id
gainst tl1e pe a ce and di gni t y
of Vi r gi n i a .
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Prohibition--History
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Commonwealth v. Charles Armstrong
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Felony; Guilty
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Felony
guilty
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
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1927
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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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1778-1971
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Commonwealth v. Charles B. Roads
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1813
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Assault
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Defendant charged with assault, beat, wound and ill treat. Not guilty
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
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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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1905
Title
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Commonwealth v. Charles Beach
Description
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Defendant charged with felony attempted murder.
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Felony
Attempted Murder
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JMU Libraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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Ccr001_004_049
Beach
Meyerhoeffer
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cm:, 10W':EALTE O VI :R.GE~I.t ,
OlTJITTY OF :10vKI;:TGHL1I , t o- v i t :
I n t Le J ircuit ~ourt of sa i d County :
T~e grand jurors i n a d f or the body of said
county of Roc ki ngham and now at ending sai d Court at it s
Octo ber term , 1 929 , upon tLe i r oats do ~rese nt t 1at Charles
Beach , _ aymond 3 eac' , and John Bea ch, i n t Le sa i d count y of
Rock i ngham , di d unlawfull y have i n t Leir possess ion ardent
s:p i r i t s , a t:.·ainst t _e pea ce and. di .;n i t y of tl""e '"' ommonv:eal th
of Vi r gi n ia .
Th is i ndict,. 1 ent is f ound. on the testimony of
CLarl e s
jury to give ev i de nce .
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Chas . Beach
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ti Sd-emeanor
October term, 1929
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·to-wit:
To the Prohibition Inspectors, Sheriffs. Sergeants, and all Polic:o\cers and Constables of the State of
Virginia-Greetin g:
WHEREAS
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has this day made complaint and information on oath before me, ............... .
of the said ~~""'~
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that he verily believes, that in the said
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oun ·y
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Title
and St
(a) That Ardent Spirits are being unlawf lly manufactured, sold, kept, stored, possessed, held, used and concealed
in a certain .....
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by one................. . ..... . "' ..
Here d e s c r i b e : : : : : ~ o ~ a y . b e
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Give name, if name unknown . say. "Whose name is to the informant unknown"
(b) 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, are unlawfully in the possession of, and unlawfully used by one ···-· · · ~ · - ·····························································-·························!'.··········
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(c) Ardent Spirits are being unlawfully kept, held, stored, concealed, used, sold, and unlawfully transported in certain baggage or a certain vehicle, to-wit: a certain
H e re describe veh icle, auto, wagon, carriage, bugg y, boat . baggage or what n ot
by one .....................................................................···················•·······························································································
Here give name, or describe as in [a] above
And there being reasonable cause for such belief:
THESE ARE, THEREFORE, IN THE NAME OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, to command you,
with all necessary and proper speed and assistance, to search the house, place, baggage, boat or vehicle herein designated, either in day or night, and seize such ardent spirits and their containers and other things apparently possesd or used in violation of law, and bring the same and 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 jurisdiction 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.
Given under my hand and seal this../.~.....day of... ......... .... .
�DIRECTIONS
l.
If only Arden t Sp i rits a nd containers be seized,
the Magistra te sh a ll fi x a time not less than 10
n.o r more than 30 d ays from the date of retu r n,
for the hearing of said return. If no claimant
appear, the Arde nt Spirits and articles are to be
forfeit ed to Commonwealth . Any person claiming any of same must fil e a written claim stating
particul a rly the character and extent of his intere st there in, whereupon the Magistrate shall .
certify the w arrant, written claim and articles
claimed, to the Ci rcuit or Corporation Court, as
the case m ay be, for determination, and declare
the unclaimed articles forfeited.
2. If still, still c a p, worm, tubs, heater. fermenters,
· or a ny appliance conn ected with a still and used,
or m a sh or o the r s ubs ta nce capable of being us,
ed, in the m a nufacture of Ardent Spirits, be
seized, the m as h (a fte r taking a sample) shall be
d est royed , and the fac ts and articles seized repo r t ed to the P rohibition Commissioner and
(A copy of thiii
Com monwealth's Attorney.
warra nt and proper r eturn will be a sufficient
notice and report.) Ardent Spirits and containers disposed of a s in No. 1 above.
3. If Ardent Spirits a r e being transported in an au-
tom obile, boa t , wagon, bugg y, or other vehicle ,
the Arde nt Spir its a nd containers shall be preserve d and the v ehicle shall be delivered t o th e
Serge ant of th e City, the facts reporte d to the
Prohibition Commissioner and Commonwealth's
Attorney and Ardent Spirits and c ontainers disposed of as provided in No. 1 above. (A copy of'
this warrant and proper return will be a sufficient report.)
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a nd by seizing the following described Ardent
Spirits and othe r things therein found (and arresting th e a bove n am ed perso n found in possession
th e reof) a n d by posting a true copy of this warrant
Thi s m a tter se t for hearing on the _________ day
of --------------- - ------, 192 ____ ,
and th e re turn her eon on the _____________________ _
No claim of ownership or interest in any of the
said things seized havi ng b een filed herein in compliance with the law , the same are hereby adjudged
a nd declared confiscated and forfeited to the Commo nwealth.
Give n under my hand this ________________ day
H ere say place, h ouse. room , boat,
auto or Ba g g age, or a s cas e may be
as front door of house, door of room or premises
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officers and persons asthis warrant : .
Comm on wea lth of Virginia
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4. A copy of this warrant and, the return thereon
must be posted at the front door of the house, or
on the door of the r oom, o r on the premises at
the place the Ardent Spirits may be found.
The
WARRANT TO SEARCH FOR ARDENT
SPIRITS, ETC.
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·Title of Magistrat.
.
Written claim of ownership or interest having
bee n fil ed to c ertain of the said things herein seized, this warrant, the said claim and the things in
the cla im particularly described, are hereby certified to the ________________ Court of this ________ _
for determination, a nd the said things unclaimed
are h er eby adjudged and declared confiscated
a nd forfeited to the Commonweal th.
Given under my hand this _______________ day
of ----------- ------ -----, 192----·
Title of Magistra te
NOTE. -Unless warrant issued for Ardent Spirits
being transpor ted in vehicle , boat or baggage, it is
to be r e turned to the jurisdiction from which issued. If issued for Arde nt Spirits so transported, it
can be executed in any part of the State, and returned to any justice in a ny county or city th roug h
which they are carried.
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Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases
Description
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The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant. <br /><br />For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above.
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
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
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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. Charles Beach, Raymond Beach and John Beach
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Misdemeanor; Indictment
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Misdemeanor
Indictment
posession ardent spirits
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
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1929
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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JMU Libraries
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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.
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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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1891
Title
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Commonwealth v. Charles Beard
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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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PDF
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CCR001_001_041
Beard
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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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Ccr001
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Title
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Commonwealth v. Charles Beard
Date
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1812
Subject
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Not keeping part of road
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with not keeping part of road in good repair.
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_002_069
Beard
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COMMONVlEALTH OF VIRGINI A
COUNTY OF ROC KI NGHAM , to-wit:
In the Circui t Court of said County :
The jurors of the Commonwealth of Virgin ia in a nd
for the body of said County of Rockingham a nd now attendi ng
said court at its Octobe r term, 1931, upon their oaths do
presen t that Ch arles Bennet t, who wa s hereto fore convic ted
of violati ng the Prohib ition laws of the Commonwealth of
Virgin ia on Augus t?, 1931, in the Magist rate's Court of
Rocking ham County , and who then and there was sentenc ed tq
pay a fine of one hundred dollars and serve for a period of
thirty da ys i.n ja il, did, on or about .Tune 1, 1931, i n said
County , unlawf ully and felonio usly operate an automo bile while
under the influen ce of ardent spiri t s, a ga inst the peace and
di gnity of the Commonwealth of Virgin ia.
This indictm ent is found on the testimo ny of B. O.
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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
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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
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. Charles Bennett
Description
An account of the resource
Felony; Indictment
Subject
The topic of the resource
Felony
Indictment
operated an automobile under the influence
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
1930
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RcPr-box9-019
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Bennett