1. State Government Judicial Branch

2. VA Supreme Court 7 Justices (1 Chief and 6 Associates) Chosen by the General Assembly 12 year terms (8 years for lower courts)

3. VA Court of Appeals Panel of judges (3-12) Appellate jurisdiction Hear appeals from lower courts

4. Circuit Court Jury trials Felony criminal cases Civil cases over $15,000

5. General District Court No juries Misdemeanor criminal cases Civil cases under $15,000 Can appeal if lose and start fresh in Circuit Court

6. Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Closed to the public Under 18 and family disputes involving children Can appeal if lose and start fresh in Circuit Court