Russell County

Russell County is located in the southwestern corner of Virginia, located in the Appalachian Mountains along the Tennessee border. Russell County seat is Lebanon, situated approximately 145 miles southwest of Roanoke. Established in 1786, Russell County was named after General William Russell, a Revolutionary War hero and early Virginia settler. Russell County includes approximately 475 square miles of mountainous terrain, characterized by rolling hills, dense forests, and the Clinch River valley system. As of recent census estimates, Russell County has a population of approximately 26,500 residents. Major landmarks include the Clinch River, Pinnacle Natural Area Preserve, and portions of the Jefferson National Forest. Russell County is known for its rich coal mining heritage, scenic natural beauty, and traditional Appalachian culture. Russell County Courthouse, located at 185 East Main Street in Lebanon, houses multiple county offices including the Circuit Court Clerk, Commissioner of Revenue, and Treasurer. Russell County Recorder functions are handled by the Clerk of the Circuit Court, who maintains land records, deeds, and vital statistics. Russell County Assessor's office, officially the Commissioner of Revenue, is responsible for property assessments and is located in Russell County administration building. Russell County retains a strong agricultural tradition while adapting to modern economic development, maintaining its position as a quintessential rural Virginia community with deep historical roots dating back to the frontier era.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Booking photographs and mugshots are generally available through the jail's online inmate lookup system or by direct request to the jail administration.
• Processing times for FOIA requests typically range from 5 to 10 business days, though immediate records may be available for recent arrests.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond process in Virginia allows for the posting of bail to secure an inmate's release, which can be done through cash, property, or bail bondsmen.

• Fees for certified copies of court documents are $2.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page, as established by Virginia Code § 17.1-275.

Property records for Russell County, Virginia are maintained by the Russell County Clerk of the Circuit Court. This office maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements for properties in Russell County.

🔗 https://vacourts.gov

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Processing time for in-person requests is typically immediate to same-day, while mail requests require approximately 2-3 weeks.
• Death certificates are available through the same office with identical fees and identification requirements.
• Marriage licenses are issued by Russell County Circuit Court Clerk's office with a fee of $30.00, and applicants must appear in person with valid identification and Social Security numbers.
• Online ordering is available through VitalChek at vitalchek.com for an additional service fee, with expedited processing available for rush requests.
• Identification requirements include submission of a copy of valid government-issued photo ID with all requests, whether in person or by mail.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• The SCC Clerk's Office website at scc.virginia.gov/clk/begin.aspx provides a free online business entity search where users can look up active and inactive businesses by name, registered agent, or entity number.
• This database includes formation dates, registered agent information, annual report filing status, and corporate officers for most entity types.