Pulaski County Public Records

How to Find Public Records in Pulaski County in 2026

Members of the public seeking government documents may access publicly available information related to public records through PulaskiCountyRecords.us, which aggregates data drawn from official sources. Pulaski County maintains a broad range of government-generated documents that are subject to disclosure under Virginia law. The categories of records that may be available include:

Court records (civil, criminal, probate, and family)
Property deeds, mortgages, and land records
Vital records (birth, death, marriage, and divorce)
Business licenses and permits
Tax and assessment records
Voting and election records
County board meeting minutes and agendas
Budget and financial documents
Law enforcement incident reports (where permitted)
Land use and zoning records

Records may be searched through official court resources, clerk offices, public access terminals, and online tools maintained by state and county agencies.

Online Access: The Virginia Court System provides online case information through its public portal. The Pulaski Circuit Court Clerk's office maintains court records accessible through the state's judicial network. Members of the public may search civil and criminal case indexes without registration for basic lookups. Property and land records are maintained by the Pulaski County Commissioner of the Revenue and the Circuit Court Clerk.

In-Person Requests: Members of the public may visit the Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk's Office to inspect records in person. The office is located at 45 Third Street NW, Suite 101, Pulaski, VA 24301. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Requestors should present a valid government-issued photo identification and specify the records sought by case number, party name, or document type.

Written/Mail Requests: Written requests may be submitted to the Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk at 45 Third Street NW, Suite 101, Pulaski, VA 24301. Requests must include the requestor's full name, mailing address, a description of the records sought, and the applicable fee. Under Virginia Code § 2.2-3704, public bodies are required to respond to requests within five working days.

Phone/Email: The Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk's office may be reached by telephone at (540) 980-7825. Email inquiries may be directed through the contact information listed on the Pulaski Circuit Court page of Virginia's Judicial System website.

What Are Public Records in Pulaski County?

Public records in Pulaski County are defined under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act as all writings and recordings — regardless of physical form or characteristics — prepared or owned by, or in the possession of, a public body or its officers, employees, or agents in the transaction of public business. The following record types are currently maintained by county and state agencies:

Record Type	Maintaining Office
Civil and criminal court records	Circuit Court Clerk
Property deeds and land records	Circuit Court Clerk
Vital records (birth, death, marriage)	Virginia Department of Health
Business licenses and permits	Commissioner of the Revenue
Property tax and assessment records	Commissioner of the Revenue / Treasurer
Voting and election records	Pulaski County Electoral Board
Board of Supervisors minutes	County Administrator's Office
Budget and financial documents	County Administrator's Office
Law enforcement incident reports	Pulaski County Sheriff's Office
Land use and zoning records	Planning and Zoning Department

Historical county records, including bonds, commissions, oaths, business records, court records, election records, and fiduciary records, are also preserved through the Pulaski County Microfilm collection maintained by the Library of Virginia.

Vital records, including birth and death certificates, are issued by the Virginia Department of Health's vital records office, which serves as the central repository for statewide vital statistics.

Is Pulaski County an Open Records County?

Pulaski County follows Virginia's statewide open records framework and is subject to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), codified at Virginia Code § 2.2-3700 et seq. The Act establishes the public's right to inspect and copy records held by public bodies throughout the Commonwealth, including county governments, courts, and administrative agencies.

As stated in the Virginia FOIA statute, "the affairs of government are not intended to be conducted in an atmosphere of secrecy since at all times the public is to be the beneficiary of any action taken at any level of government." This foundational principle governs the disclosure obligations of all Pulaski County offices.

The Virginia Court System also maintains its own public records access policies for judicial branch records, which operate in conjunction with, but are not exclusively governed by, the executive branch FOIA framework. County-specific policies are administered through the County Administrator's Office and individual department heads, who serve as the designated FOIA officers for their respective agencies.

How Much Does It Cost to Get Public Records in Pulaski County?

The current fee structure for public records in Pulaski County is governed by Virginia Code § 2.2-3704, which permits public bodies to charge reasonable fees not to exceed the actual cost of responding to requests. Standard fees applicable to most requests are as follows:

Inspection of records: No charge for in-person inspection of non-exempt records
Paper copies: $0.50 per page (standard 8.5" x 11")
Certified copies (court records): $2.00 per page, plus a $2.00 certification fee per document
Electronic copies: Fees reflect the actual cost of duplication; no charge for records transmitted via email where no staff time is required beyond retrieval
Search fees: Permitted only when the request requires an extraordinary search; the public body must notify the requestor in advance
Vital records (birth/death certificates): $12.00 per certified copy, payable to the Virginia Department of Health

Accepted payment methods at the Circuit Court Clerk's Office include cash, money order, and checks made payable to the Clerk of Circuit Court. The Virginia Department of Social Services maintains its own fee schedule for records held by that agency, which may differ from county-level fees.

Fee waivers may be granted at the discretion of the public body when disclosure is determined to be in the public interest and the requester demonstrates an inability to pay.

Does Pulaski County Have Free Public Records?

Free inspection of non-exempt public records is available to any member of the public under Virginia FOIA. Members of the public may inspect records at no cost during regular business hours at the applicable county office. The distinction between free inspection and free copies is significant: while inspection carries no charge, reproduction of records is subject to the fee schedule described above.

The following resources provide free access to certain public records:

Virginia Court System online portal: Basic civil and criminal case index searches are available at no cost through the Virginia judicial records search platform
Pulaski County Circuit Court public access terminals: In-office terminals allow free inspection of court indexes and docket information
Library of Virginia: The Pulaski County historical microfilm collection is accessible to researchers at no charge through the Library of Virginia's reading room
Virginia Department of Health: Certain informational records and statistical data are available without charge through the agency's public website

Personal records, such as an individual's own vital records, are subject to standard copy fees but are not subject to additional access restrictions beyond proof of identity.

Who Can Request Public Records in Pulaski County?

Any person may request public records in Pulaski County. Under Virginia FOIA, the right of access is not limited to Virginia residents, and requestors are not required to state a purpose or reason for their request. Identification is not required to submit a FOIA request, though certain offices may require identification for in-person inspection of records that contain sensitive personal information.

Specific provisions apply to certain record categories:

Vital records: Access to birth and death certificates is restricted to the registrant, immediate family members, legal representatives, and others with a demonstrated legal interest, as administered by the Office of Vital Records
Juvenile court records: Access is restricted by statute to authorized parties
Law enforcement records: Certain investigative records may require the requestor to demonstrate a direct interest
Personnel records: Access is limited; employees may request their own personnel files

Non-residents retain the same rights as residents under Virginia FOIA. Requestors seeking their own records held by state social services agencies may submit requests through the Virginia Department of Social Services public records process, which outlines the applicable procedures and timelines.

What Records Are Confidential in Pulaski County?

Certain categories of records are exempt from mandatory disclosure under Virginia FOIA and related statutes. Virginia Code § 2.2-3705 enumerates specific exemptions applicable to public bodies throughout the Commonwealth. The following record types are currently withheld from public disclosure:

Sealed court records: Records sealed by judicial order are not subject to public inspection
Juvenile records: Records pertaining to juveniles in delinquency or dependency proceedings are confidential
Ongoing criminal investigation records: Law enforcement records compiled for active investigations are exempt until the investigation is closed
Personal identifying information: Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, and similar data are redacted prior to disclosure
Medical and health records: Protected under both Virginia law and the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Adoption records: Sealed by statute and accessible only through court order
Child welfare and protective services records: Maintained as confidential by the Virginia Department of Social Services
Personnel records: Employee evaluations, disciplinary records, and similar documents are exempt with limited exceptions
Trade secrets and proprietary business information: Submitted to government agencies under confidentiality agreements
Security plans and critical infrastructure details: Exempt to protect public safety

Public bodies applying exemptions are required to notify the requestor of the specific statutory basis for withholding each record. Partial disclosure is required when exempt and non-exempt information can be reasonably separated.

Pulaski County Recorder's Office: Contact Information and Hours

Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
45 Third Street NW, Suite 101
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 980-7825
Pulaski Circuit Court – Virginia's Judicial System

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Closed on state and federal holidays

Pulaski County Commissioner of the Revenue
143 Third Street NW, Suite 1
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 980-7750
Pulaski County Commissioner of the Revenue

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Virginia Department of Health – Office of Vital Records
8701 Park Central Drive, Suite 100
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 662-6200
Virginia Office of Vital Records

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (walk-in customers)

Pulaski County Administrator's Office
143 Third Street NW, Suite 1
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 980-7705
Pulaski County Government