Virginia county
Criminal Cases in Arlington County, Virginia
Current through 2026 Virginia legislative session
Criminal cases in Arlington County, Virginia are prosecuted by the State of Virginia under the Virginia criminal code, not by local ordinance. The county lies within 17th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. The charges, classifications, and penalties that apply are the same statewide Virginia offenses defined across this reference.
- Population
- 238,643
- Judicial district
- 17th Judicial Circuit of Virginia
How are criminal cases prosecuted in Arlington County, Virginia?
Criminal charges in Arlington County, Virginia are prosecuted under Virginia state law. See the Virginia charges reference and the statutes.
Other counties in 17th Judicial Circuit of Virginia
Criminal defense firms in Arlington County, Virginia
This reference is informational and is not legal advice.