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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. Garland Higginson
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1818
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Unlawful Gaming
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Defendant charged with unlawful gaming.
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_005_053
Higginson
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COMMONWEA LTH m, VIRGI NIA,
COUNTY ©F ROCKINGHAM, to-wit:
In the Circuit Court of said Coun ty:
The grand jurors in and for the body of said coun ty of
Rockingham and now attendin g said court at its October term,
1925, upon their oaths do present that Genera ls. Shiffle tt and
Pearls. Shiffle tt, within one year next prior to the fi nding
of this indictme nt, in the said county of Ro ckingham, did unlawfully manuf acture, sell, offer, ~ee p , store and expose f or
sale, give away , transpo rt, dispense , solicit, advertis e and
receiv e orders for ardent spirits, against the peace and dignit y
of the Commonwealth of Virginia .
The j urors a f oresaid upon their oaths a f oresaid do
further present that Genera ls. Shiffle tt and Pearls. Shiffle tt,
within one year next prior to the finding of this inu ictment,
i n the sa id count y of Rock ingham, did un lawfully have in their
possessi on ardent spirit s , a gai n st t he p eace and dignity of t he
Commonwe alth of Vir gi nia.
The juror s a f ore said upon their oaths a f oresaid do
f urther pre s en t that General s. Shi f flett and Pearls. Shifflet t,
within one year next prior to the fi nding of this i ndictrre nt,
in the said county of Rockingham, did unlawfu lly receiv e ardent
spirits, against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealtp of
Vir gini a.
This i ndictmen t is found on the testimon y of G. A.
/ Lawson, {has. Eaton, Gran-t-Ee.-ton, and Wilme-r Ea-t-e n, witnesse s
swor n in c ou.rt a nd sent b efore the grand ju.ry to g ive evidence .
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and severally, and f irmly by these presents and as to this obligation we
each hereby waive the benefit of our Homestead ~xemption ,and any right
to discharge any liability arising to the Commonwealth under this bond
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To the Prohib ition Inspectors, Sheriffs, Sergea nts, and all Police
Virgli nia-Gr eeting :
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has this day made complaint and inform ation on oath before mNa me of Magist rate,
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of the said ~cou· n t Y that he verily believes, that in the saia.-~•c~qf'IIE.¥-••
stor ed, possessed, held, used and
(a) That Arden t Spirits are being unlawfully manuf acture d, sol~
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connected with such still and used, and
(b) A still, still cap, worm, tubs, fermen ters and other appliances
acture of Arden t Spirits , are unlawfully
mash and other substa nces, capabl e of being used, in the manuf
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in the possession of, and unlawfully used by
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place as in (a) above)
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led, used, sold, and unlawfully trans(c) Arden t Spirits are being unlawfully kept, held, stored , concea
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ported in certain baggage or a certain vehicle, to-wit: a , certain
auto, waa-on, carrlaire, bulrff, boat. bairira • e or what not)
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<Here irive n ame. or descri be aa in (a) above )
And there being reasonable cause for such belief:
ALTH OF VIRGINIA, to comTHESE ARE, THER EFOR E, IN THE NAME OF THE COMMONWE
sear.ch the house, place, baggage, boat or
mand you, with all necessary and proper speed and assista nce, to
ardent spirits and their contai ners and
vehicle herein design ated, either in day or night, and seize such
bring the same and the person or perother things appare ntly possessed or used in violation of law, and
ng, impeding, obstru cting, or ffn any
sons, in whose possessidn they are found, and also any person resisti
nt before me, or some other officer having
manne r hinder ing or delayin g you in the execution of this warra
to law; and make return of this warra nt
jurisdiction of the case. to be d1spos ed of and dealt with according
ent and sufficient description of the
showin g all acts and things done thereu nder, with a partic ular statem
if any, and if not found in the possesthings seized and.« ~'-name of the person in whose po ssession found,
this warra nt and the return thereof, as resion of any one, so state in your return, and post a tr ue copy of
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, -___ day of__Q _._____ __ 192~
Given under my hand and seal this __ . :Y
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�WARRANT TO SEARCH FOR ARDENT
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DIRECTION S
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If only Ardent Spirits and containers be seized,
the Magistrate shall fix a time not less than 10
nor more than 30 days from the date of return, for
the hearing of said return. If no claimant appear,
the Ardent Spirits and articles are to be forfeited
to Commonweal1th. ·Any person claiming any of
same must file a written claim stating particularly
the character and extent of his interest therein,
whereupon the Magistrate shall certify ,t he warrant, written claim and articles claimed, to the
Circuit or Corporation Court, as the case may be,
for determination, and declare the unclaimed articles forfeited.
3. If Ardent Spirits are being transported in an automobile, boat, wagon, buggy, or other vehicle, the
Ardent Spirits and containers shall be preserved
a nd the vehicle shall be delivered to the Sergea nt
of the City, the fac ts reported to the Prohibition
Director and Com m onwealth's Attorney and
Ardent Spirits and contain ers disposed of as prov ided in No. 1 above. (A copy of this warrant and
p roper return w ill be a sufficent report.)
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and by seizing the followin described Ardent Spirits
and other things therein found (and arresting the
above named person found in possession thereof) and
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(Here say place, house, room, boat.
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or u cue may be)
auto or baggage,
u front door of hot11e, door of room or premises)
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See Sections 21 1-2, 22, 23, 23
Acts of Assembly, 1918, Page 578.
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Other than above s·t ated the followini" are witnesses:
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4. A copr of this w a rrant and th e return thereo n
must be pos ted at the fron t d oor of the house, or
on the d oo r of the room, or on the premises at
th e place the Ardent Spirits m ay be found .
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If still, still cap, worm, tubs, heater, fermenters,
or any appliance connected with a stilll and u sed,
or mash or other substance capable of ~eing used,
in the manufaoture of Ardent Spirits, be seized,
the mash (after taking a sample) shall be destroyed, and the facts and article.s seized reported
to the Prohibition Director and Commonwealth's Attorney. (A copy of this warrant., and •
proper return will be a sufficie.n t notice and report.) Ardent Spirits and containers dispo'sed of
as in No. 1 above.
The following named officers and persons assisted
me in the execution of this warrant:
T h ~ s e t for hearina- on the . •
of ... ~..... 192r::-
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No claim of ownership or interest in any of the
said things seized having been filed herein in compliance with the law, the same are hereby adjudged
and declared confiscated and forfeited to the Com'6_
monw~alth.
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Written claim of ownersh ip or interest having been
filed to certain of the said things herein seized, this
warrant, the said claim and the things in the claim
particularly described, ar e h ereby certified to the
. ..•.•..•........ . Court of this. , ____________ for determinatio.n' and the said t hings unclaimed are h ereby
adjudged and d eclared confi,scated and forfeited t o
the Commonwealth.
Given under my hand this ..•.. ·--·, ____ , ... day of
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Title of Magistrate,
NOTE.-Unless warra n t issued for Ardent Spi rits
being transported in vehicle, boat or baggage, it is to
be r e turned to the jurisdiction from which issu ed. If
Given under my h and this ........•...... . d ay of
issued for Ardent Spirits so transported, it can ~e
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of the said county of Rockingham, and severally and r espective;l y 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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good •and lawful ___ oney- of- •the- United States, -and- the -s a i ~ d ~ ~ ~
in the sum of _ ~ ~ ~ - - - - - <.-- - ----Dollars ~ f like good and lawf~ money, to be
r espectively made and levi ed of their several goods and chattels, lands and t enements, 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 r ecognizance with
coupons det a c h ~ the bonds of this State, to the use of the Commonwealth of Virginia if the said
.a_d_r;/_n_~.l/zi___________________ ______ shall make default in the performance of the
conditions underwriten.
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\..h.~__ f;,_!~p"'-.'----~-J------__ do an~all ~rsonally appear before the Circ:it
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stands charged, and shall not
depart thence without the leave of said Court, th en the above r ecognizance shaJl be void and of no
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VIRGIN IA--County of Rockingham, To-wit:
To the Clerk of the Circuit Court of said County:
certify tha1 I Mo!&~ day com~i~:a fJ:;;;t Peac of s~id c o ~
said county, that Im. may be tried before the circuit court of 'Said county, for a felony by
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to appear before the Judge of the Circuit Court of Rockin gham County
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who stands ch arged with and indicte d for a f elony misdem eanor .
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Witness , J . F. BL.Jl.C KBURN , Clerk of our said Court, at the
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to nppenr before the Judjfe of' the Circu,it Court of Rockinj fham County,
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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.
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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Commonwealth v. General S. Shifflett and Pearl S. Shifflett
Description
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Misdemeanor; Guilty
Subject
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Misdemeanor
guilty
Homestead Exemption Act
Contributor
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
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1925
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RcPr-box5-026
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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JMU Libraries
Shifflett
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COMMONV EALTH OF VIRGD IA ,
COU1 TY OF
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, to - wit:
In the Circuit Court of said county :
The grand jurors in and for the b ody of
said county of Rocki ngham and now attendin0 s id. Court at
its February term , 1927 , upon their oaths do
resent that
Ge orge A. Michael , within one year next prior to the finding of this indictment , in the said. county of Rockingham ,
did unlawfully have i n his possession a still , sti ll cap ,
worm , tub, fermenter, and other ap pliances connected vJith
and used in the ope r ation of a still , without having the
same registered as required by law, against the peace and
di gnity of the Commonwealth of Virginia .
This indictment is found on tee testimony of
F. L. Dirting , a witness sworn in Court and sent before the
grand jury to give evidence .
�Unlawfu l possessi on of still
Commonwe al t h
v) I n dic tment
Geo • .A . Mi chael
Mi s deme a nor
Februa ry t e r m, 192 7
A True Bil l :
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Comm onwealth ' s .Attorney
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�Arrest Warrant
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA,
R OCKINGHAM Cou,NT
';,A--?4~~ / J L ' . a Justice of the said County,
These are therefore, in the name of the Commonwealth of Virginia, to command you forthwith to apprehr~
d bring before me, or som~2
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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
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Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Date
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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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<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. George A. Michael
Description
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Misdemeanor; Guilty
Subject
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Misdemeanor
guilty
posession and operating a still
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
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1927
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RcPr-box6-039
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Michael
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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.
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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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1910
Title
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Commonwealth v. George A. Stroop
Description
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Defendant charged with felony rape.
Subject
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Felony
Rape
Creator
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a>
Contributor
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Jennifer Taylor
Format
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PDF
Identifier
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CCR001_006_171
Lokey
Stroop
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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.
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Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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Identifier
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Ccr001
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Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. George Abboot (alias George Collins)
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1878
Subject
The topic of the resource
Breaking and Entering
Theft
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with breaking and entering with intent to steal.
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_019_040
Abboot
Collins
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Commonwealth v. George Airey
Date
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1869
Subject
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Lewd and Lascivious Cohabitation
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Defendants charged with lewd and lascivious cohabitation.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_017_047
Airey
Plaugher
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_013_067.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
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. George and Asbury Fawsett
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1852
Subject
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Misdemeanor
Threatening
Theft
Description
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Defendant charged with misdemeanor for threatening to steal and shoot into house. Dismissed
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_013_067
Bush
Fawsett
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_004_032.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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. George Armentrout
Date
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1816
Subject
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Assault and Beating
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and beating. Guilty
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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_032
Armentrout
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/bfc5c4b89b7014c5a44cdd0dd568fd1a.pdf
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COMMOIIWEALTH OF' VI RGINIA ,
COUNTY OF ROCK IHGHAl , to - wit:
I n the Circuit Court of said County:
The gra nd jurors in and for the body of s a id Count y
of Rocki ngmm and now a t t en i ng said Court at i t1;3 June term ,
_1 923 , upon t heir oat h s do , p res"ent that George B . Harrison and
Sus ie La wson .Landis wi t i in one. yoo.r next pr ior t o the findin g
of this indiatn-en t , i n th e 's aid County of Rockingham , d. id
unlawful l y
anufactur e, sell , offer , ke e p, store and expose ·for
sale , give away , transport , dispense, solicit, advertise and
r eceive orders for a rd ent spir its , agai nst the pea ce am.
d ien i t y of the Commonweal th of Virginia .
,Jhis indictmen t is found on the testimony of H. D.
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to answer the said complaint, and to be farther dealt with according to law And you are required to summon
to appear and give evidence in behalf of the Commonw ealth, on the examinatio n touching the said offence.
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To the Prohibition Inspectors, Sheriffs, Sergeants, and all Police Officers and Constables of the State of
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(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 Spirim, are unlawfully
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And there being reasonable cause for such belief:
THESE ARE, THEREFORE, IN THE NAME OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, to command you, wit1h all necessary and proper speed and assistance, to sear.ch 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 possessed or used in violation of law, and bring the same and the person or persons, in whose possessidn they are found, and also any person resisting, impeding, obstvucting, or fo 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~ particular statement and sufficient description of the
things seized and the name of the pen,on 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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The following nam ed officers and persons assisted
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(Here state h ouse, r oom, pla~e.
and by seizi ng the following d escrib ed Arden t Spiri ts
and other things therein found (and arresting t he
ab ove named person found in possession thereof) and
by p os ting a true copy of thi s warrant and th e retu rn
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"\Vri t ten claim of owner.ship or inter est having b een
filed to certain of th e said things her_ein seized, t his
warrant, _!.l1e said claim and t h e t h in g s in the claim
p ar ticularly described, are hereby c~rtified to t he
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adjudged a:n cl d ecla r ed co.nfi.sc ated and forfe i ted to
t he Commonweatth .
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Ti t le of Magistrate .
NOTE.-Unl:ess w arrant issued for 'Ardent Spirits
b eing transp ort ed in v ehicle, b oat or b aggag e, it i s t o
be returned to the jur isdiction from whi ch issu ed. If
issu ed fo r A rdent Spirits so transp or t ed, it c an v e
executed in a nyl part of the State, a p.d r e t u rn ed t o
any justice in a ny county or city throu g h w hich
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In the Name of the Commonwealth of Virginia:
To the Sheriff of Rockingham County, Greeting~
You are herby commanded to summon ...............................................................~ .........................................................
to appear befor e the Judge of the Circuit Court of Rockingham County, at the Court House, at 10 o'clock,
a. m., on .th.....,e......
7 ...............day oL....-._J~.................................19~.,q, t~ testify and the truth to say in
behalf of the defendant in the prosecution of the Commonwealth, Plaintiff, against.. ............................................
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And this ...~ ...........shall n ot omit under the penalty of $100.
And have then and there this Writ.
Witness, J. F. BiACKBURN, Clerk ·of our said Court, at th e Court H ouse, the............ 2:-.. j............,.day of
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to appear before the Judge of' the Circuit Cou,r t of Rockinghrun County, nt the Court
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T. N. HAAS, JUDGE
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HARR ISON BURG , VA,
VIRGilHA:
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY:
is deli vere d to bail
Susi e Lawson Land es of the City ·of. Harr ison burg
of Harr i sonb urg at
Jame s I. Mulle n and I i . Seda ly Shir key of the city
the suit of the commonwe alth .
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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
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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. George B. Harrison and Susie Lawson Landis
Description
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Misdemeanor; Indictment
Subject
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Misdemeanor
Indictment
search warrant
manufacture
sell
offer
transport
dispense
advertise
receive order for ardent spirits
Contributor
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
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1923
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RcPr-box3-011
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Harrison
Landis
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_010_024.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
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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. George Baily
Date
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1831
Subject
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Assault and Beating
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and beating.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_010_024
Baily
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_010_025.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
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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. George Baily
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1831
Subject
The topic of the resource
Assault and Beating
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and beating.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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Format
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_010_025
Baily
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_022_005.pdf
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Title
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
Creator
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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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. George Bear
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1901
Subject
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Felony
Seduction
Description
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Defendant charged with felony seduction under the promise of marriage.
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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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_022_005
Bear
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_016_068.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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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. George Blackmore
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
Murder
Description
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Defendant charged with felony murder. Nolle prosequi
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_016_068
Blackmore
Rohr
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_003_047.pdf
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Title
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
Creator
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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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. George Boutz
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1813
Subject
The topic of the resource
Assault
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with assault. 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
Rights
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_003_047
Boutz
Kyle
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_004_002.pdf
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Title
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
Creator
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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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. George Carr
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1815
Subject
The topic of the resource
Assault and Beating
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with assault and beating. Not Guilty
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_004_002
Carr
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_015_058.pdf
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Title
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
Creator
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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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. George Cassady (Alias Back)(Cassiday)
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1859
Subject
The topic of the resource
Grand Larceny
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with grand larceny. Guilty
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
Rights
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_015_058
Cassady
Cassiday
Herring
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_014_031.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.
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. George Cassiday (alias Back)(alias Hoover)
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1854
Subject
The topic of the resource
Grand Larceny
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with grand larceny. Guilty for Petit Larceny.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
PDF
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Criminal
Identifier
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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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PDF
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Date
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1929
Title
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Commonwealth v. George Cave
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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_312
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Lucas
McDonald
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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
Date
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1778-1971
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PDF
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. George Chrisman
Date
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1825
Subject
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Assault and Beating
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and beating. Guilty
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
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Ccr002_008_035
Chrisman
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In the Circuit Court of said County:
The jurors of the Commonwealth of Virginia, in and for the
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Title
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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.
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. George Clay
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
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1918
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RcPr-box1-035
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Clay