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Introduced
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
In Committee
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Maximum number of judges in each judicial district. Increases from five to six the maximum number of authorized general district court judges in the Twelfth Judicial District. The bill also increases from six to seven the maximum number of authorized juvenile and domestic relations district court judges in the Twelfth Judicial District. This bill is a recommendation of the Committee on District Courts.
AI Summary
This bill increases the maximum number of judges allowed in the Twelfth Judicial District, which is a geographical area where court cases are handled. Specifically, it raises the limit for general district court judges from five to six, and the limit for juvenile and domestic relations district court judges from six to seven. These types of judges preside over different kinds of legal matters; general district courts handle less serious civil and criminal cases, while juvenile and domestic relations district courts deal with cases involving minors and family disputes. This change is a recommendation from the Committee on District Courts, an advisory body that reviews the needs of the court system.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (14)
Delores McQuinn (D)*,
Kacey Carnegie (D),
Mike Cherry (R),
Nadarius Clark (D),
Joshua Cole (D),
Nicole Cole (D),
Debra Gardner (D),
Elizabeth Guzmán (D),
J.R. Henson (D),
Patrick Hope (D),
Karen Keys-Gamarra (D),
Michelle Lopes-Maldonado (D),
Glen Sturtevant (R),
Lee Ware (R),
Last Action
Incorporated by Courts of Justice (HB443-Hope) (Voice Vote) (on 02/04/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB194 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB194) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1092020.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB194/text/HB194 |
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