Loudoun County General District Court

Quick Reference: Loudoun County General District Court Logistics

Item	Information
Courthouse Address	2 Church Street NE, Leesburg, VA 20176
Public Parking	Pennington Parking Garage and Lot – 210 Church Street NE, Leesburg, VA 20176
Parking Cost	Free public parking for standard size vehicles
Clerk / Court Information	703-777-0310 (24-hour information)
Traffic / Criminal Court Phone	703-777-0312

About the Loudoun County General District Court

The Loudoun County General District Court is located in Leesburg and handles traffic violations, criminal misdemeanor trials, criminal felony preliminary hearings, and other lower-level matters. For many drivers and defendants, this court is the first place where a traffic or criminal charge will be addressed in Loudoun County.

Because many Loudoun County traffic and misdemeanor matters begin here, this is often the most important court for people trying to understand what happens next after receiving a summons or other charging paperwork.

What Cases Are Heard Here?

The General District Court commonly hears cases involving:

• Reckless driving
• Speeding tickets
• DUI / DWI
• Driving on a suspended or revoked license
• No operator’s license
• Marijuana and other misdemeanor drug charges
• Assault and battery
• Petit larceny and shoplifting
• Trespassing and disorderly conduct

Some felony matters may also begin in this court for preliminary hearings before moving to the Loudoun County Circuit Court.

Loudoun Traffic Court for Reckless Driving and Speeding Cases

Traffic offenses in Loudoun County, including reckless driving and speeding tickets, are generally heard in the Loudoun County General District Court. Drivers cited on Route 7, Route 28, Route 15, the Dulles Greenway, Route 50, and other Loudoun roadways are often required to appear in this court to address their charges. Because Virginia treats reckless driving as a criminal offense rather than a simple traffic ticket, these court dates can carry serious consequences. Depending on the charge, a case may involve fines, license consequences, a permanent record, and possible jail exposure.

DUI / DWI Cases in Loudoun County

DUI / DWI charges are also handled in the Loudoun County General District Court. These cases can involve license suspension issues, ignition interlock requirements, alcohol programs, mandatory minimum penalties in some situations, and other consequences under Virginia law.

If you are trying to understand the charge itself in addition to the courthouse process, you can also review our Loudoun County DUI / DWI lawyer page.

What to Expect When You Arrive at the Courthouse

The Loudoun County courthouse complex can be busy, especially on traffic and criminal court dates. Allowing extra time to park, walk or shuttle to the courthouse, and pass through security can make the experience less stressful.

After arriving, you should review your paperwork carefully, confirm the courtroom or division listed for your case, and be prepared to wait for the docket to be called. The summons, warrant, or other charging paperwork is usually the best starting point for confirming where you need to go.

Traffic Cases Commonly Heard in Loudoun

Drivers cited in Loudoun County frequently appear in the General District Court for traffic offenses such as speeding, reckless driving by speed, reckless driving based on driving behavior, driving on a suspended license, and other serious traffic-related charges. Because these cases can affect your driving privileges, insurance costs, and permanent record, it is important to understand both the charge and the court handling the case.

Common Questions About a Loudoun Court Appearance

Can I bring my phone?

Courthouse security rules can change, so you should review current court rules before your appearance. If you bring a phone into court, it should be turned off or silenced inside the courtroom unless the court permits otherwise.

What should I wear?

Business casual or otherwise respectful courtroom attire is generally recommended when appearing before the court.

What happens if I arrive late?

If you are not present when the court calls your case, the judge may proceed without you or issue a warrant depending on the circumstances.

How do I confirm the correct courtroom?

Your summons, warrant, or other court paperwork should be reviewed carefully. Because Loudoun court matters can involve different divisions and courtroom assignments, the paperwork is the first place to confirm where your case is scheduled.

Related Loudoun County Defense and Court Pages

• Loudoun County Overview
• Loudoun County Courts
• Loudoun County Circuit Court
• Loudoun County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
• Loudoun County Criminal Defense Lawyer
• Loudoun County Traffic Lawyer

Defense Representation in Loudoun County General District Court

Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law represents clients charged with traffic and criminal offenses in Loudoun County. If your case is pending in the Loudoun County General District Court, our attorneys can review the charge, explain the court process, and discuss possible strategies for defending the case. If you would like to discuss your situation, contact our office to request a confidential case review.