Va. Code § 16.1-122.1
Current with changes from the 2024 legislative session through ch. 845
On or before July 1, 1999, each general district court shall establish, using existing facilities, a small claims division to be designated a small claims court.
Such courts shall not have jurisdiction over suits against the Commonwealth under the Virginia Tort Claims Act (§ 8.01-195.1 et seq.) or suits against any officer or employee of the Commonwealth for claims arising out of the performance of their official duties or responsibilities.
Va. Code § 16.1-122.1