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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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1895
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Commonwealth v. George Sherwood
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Felony
Break and Enter
Larceny
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Defendant charged with felony break and enter and felony larceny.
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JMU LIbraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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CCR001_002_026
Sherwood
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COAWONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA,
COUNTY OF ROCKINGHAM, to-wit:
In the Circuit Court of said County:
The grand jurors in and for the body of said county
of Rookingham and now attending said Court at its October term,
1927, upon their oaths do present that George Shifflett, within
one year next prior to the finding of this indictment, in the
said county of Rockingham, did unlawfully have in his possession
a still, still cap, worm, tub, ferment er, and other appliances
connected with and used in the operation of a still, without having the same registered as required by law, against the peace
and dignity of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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--- - -- -------- George_ Shittle,t t _and_ Jaaes F. _Shifflett _______________ _______ __ __________ __ __
came before me ___ W. _L._ Dinsaere __ J ._ P •____ ---- ----- ------ -------- - - ----- ----------- -- ------- of the said county of Rockingham, and severally and respective3y acknowledged themselves to be indebted to the Cornmomvealth of· Virginia, in manner and form following, that is to say : the said
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good and lawful money of the United States, and the saicl ____ L~•-~_t!.. _~!t~!J)._e_~~---------- ---in the sum
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of like good and lawful money, to be
respectively made and levied of their several goods and chattels, lands and tenements, and they
severally waived the benefit of their Homestead Exemption as to this obligation, and also waived any
claim or right to discharge any li ability to the Commonwealth arising under this recognizance with
coupons detached from the bonds of this State, to the use of the Commonwealth of Virginia if the said
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conditions underwritten.
The condition of the above r ecognizance is s uch that if th e above bound ______~!~~~! ___ ______ _
____ _____ §_~i_f_(.~~~~--- --- - -- - - -- -------- ----- - -- do and shall personally appear before the Circuit
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thereof, being the __!7~~----day oL--------~~~~~~~ ----------- - --1927
, at the Court-house thereof,
and then and there answer the Commonwealth of Virginia concerning a certain __ !~!".:.1_1!.l ____ ___ whereof the said ___ _________ ~J9..o.r-1-1LS.biffl_-j;3______ __ __ __ __________ ___ ___ stands chaiiged, and shall not
depart thence without the leave of said Court, then the above r ecognizance shall be void and of no
effect, otherwise to r emain in full forc e and virtue.
Taken and acknowledged before me.,. the day and year first above written.
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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. George Shifflett
Description
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Felony; Guilty
Subject
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Felony
guilty
Still and mash
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
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1927
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RcPr-box6-051
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Shifflett
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I n the Circu it Court of said Count y :
Tl e grand juror s in and. for the body of s · d co1.mty of
Rocki ng am and now atten ding sa id Court at its ~ec em.h~ term
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1 92 8, upon t:rce ir oatLs do prese nt that Georg e h i fflet t , who
was he re t ofo e on the 7th day of Novem ber , 1927 , co nvict ed
of
viola ting the Proh i biti on l aws of the Commonweal th of Virg
inia
i n tl1e Circu it Court of said Ro ri ngham Count y , and. ho then
and t h ere was sente nced to pay a fine of fifty dolla rs and
to
serve f or a peri od of sixty days in jail, did , wi thi n ona
year
next pri or to t h e f i nd i ng of this i nd ictme nt , i n the s aid
count y
of ook i ngham , unlaw full and felon iousl have i n h is posse
ssion
a still , still cap , worm , tub , ferme nter , and other appli ances
conne ct ed ~i th and used i n the opera tion of a still , witho
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havin e the same re gi ste r ed. as req_u ired by law , and. about sixty
gallo ns of mash , agai n st the pea ce and digni ty of t Le Commo
nwealt h of Virgi n ia .
This indic tme nt i s f ound on the test i mony of
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Mr. J. F. Blackburn,
Deputy Clerk Circuit Court,
Harrisonbur g , Virginia.
Dear Mr. Blackburn:
I herewith submit warrant in the case of the
Commonwealth
v.
George Shifflett, caught this date by Sheriff.
Favley and S. F . Newman , his deputy, on the charge of unlawful
possession of a. complet e distilling outfit a.nd a certain quantity
of mash &c.
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bonded him f or his appearance before the Circui't Court on the 17th,
with hi s brother James F. Shif flett a s surety in the sum of $500.
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of the Peace of the said County, that _______g~.9_r_g_~ -~!lAUJ!=!_t_~ __ ___________ ___ ___ __in the said County,
did on the ____ 9j:,_l} __ day of_ __________I?~~-~!!_!l>!:3!'___ _________ ____ , 192~- -- =
Unlawfully have in his possession a complete still and a certain
quant ity of mash , against the peac e a nd dignity of the Commonweal t h
of Virginia .
TH ESE AR E, TH EREFORE, To command you, in the name of the Commonwealth, to apprehend
and bring before me, or some other Justice of the said County, the body of the said ____ _______________ _
____ ______ ___ _____ ____ g~_q_r:g~_:_~~~-J_~~~!,______ ________ _to answer the said complaint and to be further
dealt with according to law. And you are also directed to summon ___ _____ _____ __ ___ __ ____________ ___
S. F. Newman
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h ave this day acknow ledged themselves indebted to the Commo nwealth of Virginia
in the sum of
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Jury of the said
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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
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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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Title
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Commonwealth v. George Shifflett
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Felony; Guilty
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Felony
guilty
posession of still
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
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1928
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RcPr-box7-055
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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JMU Libraries
Shifflett
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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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Date
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1892
Title
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Commonwealth v. George Shifflett
Subject
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Misdemeanor
Concealed Weapon
Description
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Defendant charged with misdemeanor concealed weapon.
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JMU LIbraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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CCR001_001_072
Shifflett
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_021_038.pdf
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Title
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Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant. <br /><br />For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above.
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
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Prohibition--History
Prohibition--Government policy--United States
Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Date
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1916-1933
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Pro001
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Title
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Commonwealth v. George Shifflett
Date
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1900
Subject
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Felony
Stab
cut and wounding with intent to kill
Description
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Defendant charged with felony stabbing, cutting and wounding. 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
Megan Pullen
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_021_038
Shifflett
Wyant
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_021_001.pdf
b761f909a76c6119cc9dd356263b2ec8
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Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant. <br /><br />For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above.
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
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Prohibition--History
Prohibition--Government policy--United States
Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Date
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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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Commonwealth v. George Simmers
Date
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1897
Subject
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Robbery
Assault
Description
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Defendant charged with robbery and assault.
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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
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Ccr002_021_001
Riggleman
Simmers
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_011_037.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
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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 Sipe
Date
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1838
Subject
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Assault
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and did beat, wound, and ill treat.
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_011_037
Sipe
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_013_059.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. George Smiley
Date
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1852
Subject
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Assault and Battery
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and battery.
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_013_059
Jones
Smiley
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/9edee4e218e013420409dd6aee8a5164.pdf
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��Commonwealth of Virginia,}T
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BE IT REMEMBERED that on the_ J2.t .h
___ day of_ _____ ~~~~y________________
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: _______ -: _______-:_ ______ -
of the said cou nty of Roc king ham , and
seve rall y and resp ecti vely acknowledg
ed them selv es to be indeb ted to the Com mon wea lth of Virg
inia , in man ner and form following,
that is to say : the said
__________ Geo_ Sw der _ - ___ - _____ - ____
- ___ - _____ - _____ - ____- ____ - ____ - __ ___ in the sum of
_________ Fiv e_ Hu ndr ed - _____ - ____
- _____ - _____ - ___ - ____- ____ - ____ - ___
- _____- ___ Dol lars ,
good and law ful mon ey of the Uni ted
Stat es, and the said ____ .A .. _KL _ l3_Q., YID
AU =--- ---- ---- ---- -in the sum of_ ___fj.y_~ __ ]I~p_q_t~.9-_____
-:_ ____: _____ :-____ Dol lars of like good
and law ful money, to be
resp ecti vely mad e and levied of thei
r seve ral goo ds and chat tels , land s
and tene men ts, and they
seve rally wai ved the benefit ,of thei r
Hom este ad Exemiption as to this obli gati
on, and also wai ved any
clai m or righ t to disc harge any liab ility
to the Com mon wea lth aris ing und er
this recognizance with
cou pon s deta ched from the bon ds of this
Stat e, to the use of the Com mon wea lth
of Virg inia if the said
_________ iteo __S.?JY.9.JH' _____ ~_____:_ ____
_ _:-______:_ _____ :-_shall mak e defa ~lt in
the p erfo rma nce of the
con ditio ns und erw ritte n.
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ance is such that if the abo ve bou nd ____
_________________ _
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______ :-_______ _:-____ do and shal l pers ona
lly app ear befo re the Circ uit
Cou rt of Roc king ham on the __ Lct t ____
day of the ____ JJ_e_xt ____ ~_____-:_ ____:
____ : ____ :-___ Ter m nex t
ther eof, bein g the ___Utt) .L_ day of_ ____
,!~. rr_~ ---- ---- ---- ---- ---1 92 3, at the
Cou rt-h ouse ther eof,
and then and ther e answ er a bill of indi
ctm ent to b e pref erre d to the Gra nd
Jur y in and for said
Cou nty aga inst him the said ______ __
_g_~Q __~!}Y.9-_~!'_____-:_ ____ -: _______: ________
for a ________ M..i~A~~-~?191: ________
___________ by him committed, for unla
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·w here of the said _______Qeo_....SD.Y-de.r
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ds char ged , and shal l not
dep art then ce with out the leav e of said
Cou rt, then the abo ve recognizance shal
l be void and of no
effect, othe rwis e to r ema in in full forc
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the day and yea r first above writ ten.
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BE IT REMEMBERED that on the ___ I2.fill __ day of_ ___ _j_~-------------------- 192 3 ,----------___________ A. _K ._ Bowman and_ E. _S ._ K iracofe--------------- ------------------------ ------
came before In!e __________ 3_.__W_.__Ke.it.er. .. _.a._Jus.tic.e________________________________________ _
of the said county of Rockingham, and severally and r espectively acknowledged themselves to be indebted to the Commonwealth of Virginia, in manner and form following, that is to say: the said
________ A.__ K. _B owman ___________________________________________________________ in the sum of
__ Dollars,
good and lawful money of the United States, and the said ________E_.__S_._..Ki.rl!co.fe ___________ _
in the sum of_ ________ ...FiY_e._Hu...ndl:.ed ________________ Dollars of like good and lawful money, to be
r espectively made and levied of their several goods and chattels, lands and tenements, and they
severally waived the benefit ,o f their Homestead Exeniption 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 detached from the bonds of this State, to the use of the Commonwealth of Virginia if the said
__________A.,_X.-'-..Eowm.~ri_____________________________ shall make default in the performance of the
conditions underwritten.
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________ _A_.__.K_!!_J3_Q.V tt!t~D----- ___________________ do and shall personally appear before the Circuit
Court of Rockingham on the __ ..I.s.t.. ___ day of the ____ liiex.t. ____________________________ Tenn next
thereof, being the __ J_?_i)! ___ day of_ ____ J_~J:]~----------- - -------192 3 , at the Court-house thereof,
and then and there answer a bill of indictment to be preferred to the Grand Jury in and for said
County against him the said _____________ ...,A._. _ _K_. __ B_o:wm.an~--- ____ ------------- _________________ _
for a _________]l,1;1.13_q_ew,_e_1MJ,_p.,;i;: ___________________ by him committed, for unlawfully and :J;e)6,.rl/~/
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whereof the said _____ A .. _K. ... _B.. ,'JWID..aD. _______________________________ stands charged, and shall not
depart thence without the leave of said Court, then the above recognizance shall be void and of no
effect, otherwise to r emain in full force and virtue.
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Title
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Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant. <br /><br />For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above.
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
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Prohibition--History
Prohibition--Government policy--United States
Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
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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Commonwealth v. George Snyder and A.K. Bowman
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Misdemeanor; Guilty
Subject
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Misdemeanor
guilty
Homestead Exemption
arrest warrant
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
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1923
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RcPr-box3-048
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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JMU Libraries
Bowman
Snyder
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_021_019.pdf
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Title
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Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant. <br /><br />For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above.
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
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Prohibition--History
Prohibition--Government policy--United States
Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
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. George Spinnard
Date
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1898
Subject
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Felony
Assault and Battery
Description
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Defendant charged with felony assault and battery.
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JMU Libraries
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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_021_019
Spinnard
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_020_013.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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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. George Stewart
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1890
Subject
The topic of the resource
Dispose whiskey at campground
Description
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Defendant charged with disposing whiskey at campground.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Ccr002_020_013
Stewart
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_011_051.pdf
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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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Commonwealth v. George Utsler
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1839
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Assault
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Defendant charged with assault and did beat, wound, and ill treat.
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Criminal
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Ccr002_011_051
Utsler
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_017_009.pdf
285810b92233f86350849a47aaca015b
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. George W. Airey
Date
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1867
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Fornication
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Defendant charged with fornication. Nolle Prosequi
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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Ccr002_017_009
Airey
Plaugher
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_003_002-commonwealth-v-george-w-bear.pdf
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to appear before the Judge of the County Court
ef Rockingham
County, at the Court-House,
at
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day ef th~--·~~----··---:-···Court~
being the_:z,7-.-:__d? ef
I90/., to testijy and r!J
truth to sa_vw belwlf of the Commonwealth against
o'clock, a. m., on flte ..
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who ..stands ..charged. with. and indicted
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And this __
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shall not omit under flze penalty
vVitness, JOSEPH
S. MESSER
_!Li....day of-.~•--···················-
. 0
LEY,
ef £roo.
Clerk of our said
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Aud hm>et/ien and there this TVrit.
Court, at t/1e Court-I-1ouse, the
and in tlie 12.kJh year of t!te Commonwealth .
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�IN THE -AMEOFTHECO MONVlfEALTR
OFVIRGINIA,
to appear before the .fudge o.f the County Court
o.fRocking-/tam
County, at the Court-I-louse, at ro
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who stands charged witlt andindifled.for
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s!tall not omit under
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the peualty of ,lroo.
And lzm:e then a11dthere this TVrit.
vVitness, .JOSEPJ-I S .. MESSER LEY,
Cleric o.f our said Court, at lite Court-1-fouse, tl1e
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�TOTHESHERIFFOFROCKINGHAM
COUNTY.
Tlze.following list qf persons ef t!te Counl_y o.f Rocking/tam, residing remote.from t!te place w!tere
t!te offence is clzarged to !tave been co1m1tiitcd, and in other respt'ds qualified lo serve as .Jurors, is furnished y~,
trial of
for lite
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from w!tic!t yozr;Jzall tal.:e the Veniremen summoned
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IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONWEALTH
OFVIRGINIA.
TO
'IF.I:E
S:ECERIFF
OF
ROCx=ING::H:..8.J)I.[
J,k'yL
Vou are !tereby commanded lo su111111on
/tam, Lobe taken from
remote from
a lislfurnislied
COUNTY-GREETING:
q/ t!te
persons
q/
bJ' #re 7G1.a'.~·e
":f Lite County Court
rozm£1' ef Rocking-
Roc!.ingl1a11(, residi11g
t!te place ,, /iere tl,e offense is r/1arged Lo lim-'e been committed, and qualified in all oilier
1
respects, to serve as Jurors, Loa/Lend and appear before t!te Cou11t_yCourt
B°r~ day o/~
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day
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shall i11 no wise omit, under Ilic penal0,
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Co1111~v,al
Court next,
lo SCl'<'C as Jurors upon Ilic trial
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11a111es
o/ said persons and this ,,,r,l,
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day
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TO
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S::S::E-rt'F
OF
You are hereby commanded to summon -~-'!..
AJ,✓.[ COUNTY---GREETING:
EO~ING:ET
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fll--_:day
MESSERLEY,
Cler!~ of our said
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I90./... and in tlie
Court, at the Court-1/ouse,
/:2-611
year
the
of tlte Commonwealth.
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�TOTHESHERIFFOFROCl{INGHAM
COUNTY.
Tlie following
list
efpersons ef tlie
County of Rocldnglwm,
residing remote.from tlte place wltere
tlte offence is cltarged to ltave been committed, and in other respects qualified lo serve as .furors, is furrom uiltz"c/2
J'oir;jall
trial of
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tal~e tile Veniremen summoned
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Form 84-Berlin.
��IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONWEALTH
OFVIRGINIA.
TO
'T::H:E
S::H:ERIFF
You are /zereby commanded to su1m1wn
l1am, to be taleen from
remote from
a list furuislied
OF
ROCKING-E:AJY.I:
J.
COVN'TY
persons
b_yMc /mi.~·e ef t/ze Com1(J' Court
-GREETING-:
o/ !lie counfv of Rockiug-
q/
Rockinglia111, residiug
t/ze place w!tere !lie offense is clzarged to lim.•e been committed, aud qualified in all oilier
respects, to sen•e as Jurors, to atte11d aud appear before tlie Counfl' ~king/Jam
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daJ' ol ~ J-
!lie Cozmty Court I louse,
be;!!; !lie
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names
o/ said
q/
charged 71•1l/1fe/01~v.
And lim•e !lie11 aud tliere !lie
perso11s a11d this ,, •rit.
WitnmJ;
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.Honse. tlie
C'rmr-l-rre:IT{
to sen•e as Jurors upon Ilic trial
Aud t!tis tlze__1
sliall iu no 7u1se omit, under !lie penal(J' qf J;roo.
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Coun(1•, al
da) 1
, Cieri.· o/ our said Court, at t/ze Court
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and in tlze r2-0
year qf
q/ !lie Co11n1101111•eall/i.
Clerk.
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IN THENAMEOFTHEOOMMONVrEALTH
OFVIRGINIA,
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..·················----···-····················-·······························-········-·········
lo appear before the Judge ef lite County Court o.f Roc/dngltam Cozm£v, at ilze Court.House, on the
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day ef t!te.....
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erfain matter o.f controversy in our said
and....
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day qf.J~~···················
Court, depending and undetermined
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And this .. ... ·- ···-···sl1allin no wise omit, under tlie penalt.Y of £100.
TVrit.
between
Witness, JOSEPHS.
..../..:?.f.
..~...day qf .....
MESSERLEY,
And lzave tlzen and there tlzis
Clerk of our said Court, at tlze Court ..House, the
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I
flliyear of the Com11tonwealtl1.
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Form 55-Berlill.
��INTHENAME
OFTHECOMMONWEALTH
OFVIRGINIA,
TO THE
You are hereby Mmm.,nded
SHER~_::znCKINGHAM
to ,un,,n,oa ....... ·-
d~
COUNTY---GREETING:
..&,,LJJ_.f/£:l&!
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to appear before the Jndj,e of the Co1t11ty CoLirt of Rocki,nghcim, Cminty, at the Court-House,
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show cause if any 4--------can,
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contem,pt to iis ~ffererl, in failing
Court at th<,,,~
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the said
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�IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONWEALTH
OFVIRGINIA,
············•····································----
lo appear before the Judge
,---
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of t/ie County Court of Rocking/tam County, at the Court-House, on the
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Court~.
in a certain matter of controversy in our said
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being t!te ..
Court, depending and undetermined
between
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and ...... _fJa.&.:-'1<-1-;:. ................_____
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Defendant.
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And this ..:-k.!YM,--····-shallin no wise omit, under the penalty of.£ roo. And have tlzen and there this
Writ.
Witness, JOSEPHS.
..Pt.=
..
day of. ..... ~~-•
MESSERLEY,
...........
Clerlt of our said Court, at the Court-House,·lhe
.I90./._, and in the
I
of tlte Commonwealth.
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ef tjie
to appear before tlie Judge
County Court o_f Rockingham County, at the Court-House, on the
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and the truth to say on behalf ef---~-¥.f-L
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between
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Dejendant.
And t/zistl_'f-_··-shall
l¥rit.
in no wise omit, under the penalty ~_/£ roo.
Witness, JOSEPHS.
_.1=:.1
..~day
ef--~-···----
0
MESSERLEY,
Clerk
ef
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And have then and there this
our said Court, at the Court-House, the
in t/1e rL&tiyear
ef the
Commonwealth.
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Form 55-Berlin.
��IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONWEALTH
OFVIRGI IA,
in a certain matter of controversy in our said
Court, depending and ,undetermined between
Plaintiff,
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Witness, JOSEPl-f
. ./fr ~ day ef.
S. MESSERLE
Y-; Clerk of our said Court, at t!ie Court-I-louse, tl1e
J 90 / ....,
and in I;,, '~
ru,)'COY ef 1/w CMmnonue,a//1,.
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SHERIFF
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COUN·I'Y---G-REETING-:
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County Court o.l Roc!.:h~r;-ftamCozmfv, at tlte Court-House,~
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testify and lite trut!t to say on be!taif
1jt a certain ma er
ef
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foug the ...
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ftJ.~---··············································
controversy in our said
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between
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T¥rit.
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.....s!tall in no wise omit, ~mder -t!te penalty qf ,l roo. And !iave t!1en and tltere fliis
of--,~
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Witness, JOSEPHS.
. .cP::k
.......day
MESSER
LEY,
Ckd
q/
our said Court, at tlte Court-House, t!1e
...I90_/.. .., and in f!te r.>-J.tltyear o.l L/1eCommon,e•ea!Llz
.
Cler,~.
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IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONViEALTH
OFVIRGINIA,
1•0111155-Berlrn.
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IN THENAMEOFTHEOOMMON\LVEALTH
OFVIRGI A.
TO
'T:H:E
S:H:ERIFF
OF
ROCXING:H:..8..:N.I:
'
You are l1ereby commanded to summon
/iam, to be taken from
remote from
a list furnis/ied
by t/ie .Ju rig t
o/ lite
COUNTY
q/ tlie
persons
-GREETING:
count_;, of Roclciul{-
County Court of Rocldn!(/iam,
residing
t/1eplace wltere the offense is clzarged to /Jave been committed, and qualified in all other
respects, to serve as .furors, to attend and appear be.fore t!te Counu
t!,e CountJ1 Court House,
{Hf:--/-}re
dtt)
o/ lhe
),.,.
·
Rocking/Jam
CountJ,, at
....
Ctm, { 1>cd,
to serz•e as jurors upon the trial qf
r-8-l)
cl1a1:r;-ed
1r,itli.fe/011_1
1•
Aud this t/iq shall in no wise omit, under the penal/._) of
1
£ 100.
And liaz•e then and there tlie
ua111esqf said persons and this 1,•rit.
T1Vitness,
Home, the
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day ql
~~
, Clerk qf our said Court, at t!te Court
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and in t/ie I Z...
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COUNTY.
Tlte following
list(!/ persons
ef t!te
Coun{v
ef Rod.:inglia.111,residing
remote from Lite place wlzere
t!te offence is c!targed to ltave been committed, and in other respfC!s qualified lo serve as Jurors, is furnislted yoqfrom
trial (!/
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for Lit~
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wlticlt Yf;5 slzall talte tlte Veniremen summoned
Q..,
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da_vof tltio
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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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Date
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1900
Title
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Commonwealth v. George W. Bear
Description
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Defendant charged with felony seduction.
Subject
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Felony
Seduction
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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_003_002
Bear
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COMMOHWL~AL'l1 H OF VIR GINIA ,
COUNTY OF ROCK I NGJ-JA:M, to-w i t:
I n t he Ci rc u i t Co urt of said Co unt y:
'l'he 5 rand jurors i n a nd for the body of sai d Cou n ty of
Rocking ham a n d n ow a ttendi ng sai d Court a t i ts 11.pr i l
t heir oaths do pr e sen t that George
w. D
term, 1 92 4, upon
ea.n , wi thin on e ye a r next p rior
t o the f i nding of this ind i ctment, i n t he sai d Coun t y of Bock i n gha m, d i d
unlawfully rnan ufa ct ti..re, sell, off er, ke e p, s t or e and exp ose for sal e ,
give away, tra nsport, dispe n se, sol i c i t, a dv ert i se and rec ei v e or d ers
f or ard en t s pirits, a ga i n st t he pea ce a n d d i gn ity mf t he Commonwealth
o f Vi r gi n i a .
Th e juror s a for e said upon their oath s afo r e s ai d <IO further
prese nt that :J- eorge
w.
Dean, with in one ye ar next prior to the fi nding
of t hi s indi ctment, i n t h e said Coun t y of Hocklin gha.m, did unlawfu lly
hav e i n h is p osse s s i on a rd en t sp i rits, a g ain st t h e p eace and digni t y o f
t he Commonw ealth o f Vi rg i n i a .
And t he j ur o :c s af or e sa i d u.p on t hei r o a ths af o r e sai d d o furt h er
pres en t t hat George W. Dean , wi t hi n on e yea r next prior t o the findi ng
of thi s i 1dl ctme nt, i n th e sa i d Count y of Rock i n g ha m, di d unlawfu.l ly
receiv e a..rden t sp .L ri ts, a gainst t he p E.a.ce and dignity of the Commo n weal th o f Virgi nia .
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of the said county of Rocki ngham , and severa lly and respectiveily
acknowledged thems elves to be indebted to the Comm onwea lth of Virgin ia, in manne r and form
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respec tively made and levied of their severa l goods and chatte
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severally waive d the benefit of their Home stead Exem ption as
to this obliga tion, and also waive d any
claim or right to discha rge any liabili ty to the Comm onwea lth
arisin g under this recognizance with
coupo ns detach ed from the bonds of this State, to the use of the
Commonwea lth of Virgin ia if the said
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claim or right -to discharge any liability to the Commonw ealth arising under this r ecognizance with
coupons detached from the bonds of this State, to the use of the Commonw ealth of Virginia if the said
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depart thence without the leave of said Court, then the above r ecognizanc e shall be void and of n,o
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mash and other substances, capable of being used, in the manufacture of Ardent Spirits, are..unlawfully
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<Give name; If name unknown. 11117, "Whoae name i1 to the Informant unknown")
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(Here deecrlbe vehicle, auto. w-.on. carrlace, buSff, boat. ba1nraae or what not)
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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, with all necessary and proper speed and assistance, to seartch 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 perSQn or persons, in wh~e possessidn they are found, and also any person resisting, impeding, obstI1ucting, or ffn 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 re-
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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 cl aimant appear,
the Ardent Spirits a nd articles are to be forfeited
to Commonwea~ th. Any person claiming any of
same must file a written claim stating particularly
the character and e x tent of his interest therein,
whereupon the Magistrate shall certify ,t he warrant, written claim andarticles claimed, to the
Circuit or Corporation Court, as the case may be,
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or mash or other substance capable of l>eing used,
in the manufaoture of Ardent Spirits, be seized,
the mash (after taking a sample) shall b e destroyed, and the facts and articles seized reported
to the P 1· oh i bit ion Director and Commonwealth's Attorney. (A copy of this warrant and
proper return will be a sufficient notice and report.) Ardent Spirits and containers dispo'S ed o f
as in No. 1 above.
3. If Ardent Spirits a r e being tra n sp orted in an aut omobile, b oat, wagon , bug gy, or o t her vehicle, the
Ardent Spirits and containers sha ll b e p reserved
and the vehicle shall be deli vered to the Sergea nt
of the City, the facts r eport ed t o the P rohibition
Dir e ctor and Comm onwealth's Atto r ney and
Ardent Spirits and c on tain ers disposed of as p rovi ded in No. 1 ab ove. (A copy of this warrant and
p rop e r return w ill be a su ffi c ent report.)
4. A cop;: of th is w a rrant and th e return t hereon
must b e p os ted at t he front d oor o f th e hou se, or
on the door of the room, or o n t he p rem ises at
t he place the A rden t S p iri ts m ay be fo u nd.
See Sections 21 1-2, 22, 23, 23
A cts of Assem bly, 1918, Page 578.
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Title
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Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant. <br /><br />For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above.
Publisher
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
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Prohibition--History
Prohibition--Government policy--United States
Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Date
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. George W. Dean
Description
An account of the resource
Misdemeanor; Indictment
Subject
The topic of the resource
Misdemeanor
Indictment
Search Warrant
Guns seized
Contributor
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1924
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RcPr-box4-005
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
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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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Date
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1905
Title
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Commonwealth v. George W. Harris
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with felony break and enter and felony larceny.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Felony
Burglary
Break and Enter
Larceny
Creator
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
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Jennifer Taylor
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PDF
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CCR001_004_055
Chesapeake Western Railway
Harris
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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
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
Rights
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Title
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Commonwealth v. George W. Knupp
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1895
Subject
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Felony
Seduction
Description
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Defendant charged with felony seduction. Not a True Bill
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_020_069
Knupp
Long
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_001_020-commonwealth-v-george-w-mullen.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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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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1858
Title
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Commonwealth v. George W. Mullen
Subject
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Felony
Theft
Description
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Defendant charged with felony theft.
Publisher
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JMU LIbraries
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Contributor
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Jennifer Taylor
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PDF
Identifier
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CCR001_001_020
Hensell
Mullen
Rayers
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_001_075.pdf
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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
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. George Woods
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1809
Subject
The topic of the resource
Threaten
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with threatening to beat, wound, maim, kill or do bodily harm.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_001_075
Houke
Woods
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_019_027.pdf
7add77e78655015e51f3002fba33a134
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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
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights.
Format
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PDF
Identifier
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource
Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. George Zetty
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1877
Subject
The topic of the resource
Assault and Beating
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with assault and beating.
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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This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/
Format
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PDF
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Criminal
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
Ccr002_019_027
Zetty