Rebecca M. Robinson at a glance
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Rebecca M. Robinson
Judge · Newport News Circuit Court
Biography
Professional career
- Officially sworn in as a Judge of the Circuit Court in Newport News, Virginia, during a ceremonial investiture in 2025, marking her formal entry into the judiciary of the Seventh Judicial Circuit alongside Judge Michael W. Smith of the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
- Her investiture highlighted her dedication to the legal community and her role in upholding justice in the region
Education
Additional information
- As a Circuit Court judge, Robinson presides over a wide range of cases, including civil and criminal matters, and is responsible for ensuring fair trials, interpreting laws, and issuing rulings in accordance with Virginia state law.
- Circuit Court judges in Virginia handle felony criminal cases, major civil disputes, and appeals from lower courts, making her position a critical part of the state’s judicial system.
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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