Juvenile Probation

The 12th District Court Service Unit (also commonly known as Juvenile Probation) is a component of the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice and covers Chesterfield County and City of Colonial Heights.

The Court Service Unit

The Court Service Unit (CSU):

  • Has a staff of 26
  • Is divided into three sub-units:
    • Intake
    • Parole
    • Probation
  • Provides many services to the citizens of Chesterfield and its local government and private agency partners
  • Works and coordinates services with many local agencies to better serve the needs of the community
  • Has many staff members serve on local committees and teams to:
    • Enhance the cooperation
    • Improve the services for the youth and families of Chesterfield and Colonial Heights
  1. Hours of Operation
  2. Summary of Services

Office Hours

The working office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Domestic Intake Hours

The Domestic Intake hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please note that on the 4th Wednesday of each month, the office is closed at noon for staff training.

Criminal Intake & Protective Order Hours

The Criminal Intake and Protective Order hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Please note: The office is closed on weekends and state holidays. There is an intake officer on call after hours for the police department only.

FAQ Important Notice

If you are represented by an attorney, always contact that attorney to answer your questions and to provide legal guidance. The FAQ answers are not meant to provide legal advice or be a substitute for the counsel of legal representation.

  1. Domestic Issues
  2. Juvenile Criminal Issues