Christopher B. Ackerman at a glance
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Christopher B. Ackerman
Biography
Professional career
- Presiding judge of the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court in Virginia’s 6th Judicial District, serving since July 1, 2019
Education
Additional information
- Elected: July 1, 2019, by the Virginia General Assembly
- Admitted to the Bar: Virginia, 1996
- Counties: Brunswick, Greensville, Prince George, Surrey, Sussex
- Listed as the Presiding Judge for the Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court in multiple combined court facilities, including Greensville, Surry, and Sussex.
- Prior Career: Attorney in private practice in Hopewell, VA
- Judge Ackerman’s role includes presiding over hearings, issuing rulings, and managing case schedules in juvenile and domestic relations matters across the 6th Judicial District.
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Cell Phones And Electronic Devices
Statewide
Virginia courts commonly restrict cell phones and other electronic devices in court buildings; counsel and litigants should check the local court policy before arrival.
Most courts in Virginia do not allow you to bring a cell phone or other electronic device into the building.Cell Phone & Electronic Device Policy ↗
Sources
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Biography sources checked October 11, 2026.
Office of the Executive Secretary, Supreme Court of Virginia official judicial roster
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