Sam D. Eggleston

Professional career

• Sam D. Eggleston, III is the Chief Judge of the 24th Judicial District Court of Virginia, serving the City of Lynchburg and surrounding counties, and has been on the bench since 2012
• Listed as Chief Judge for both the Lynchburg General District Court and the Bedford General District Court
• The court’s schedule includes civil, criminal, traffic, and special dockets, with specific hearing times set by the clerk’s office

Education

Additional information

• He continues to serve in his current role as of 2026.
• Elected by the Virginia General Assembly in May 2012 to a six-year term that began July 1, 2012.
• As Chief Judge, Eggleston oversees court operations, ensures compliance with Virginia’s Rules of the Supreme Court, and presides over significant cases in the district.
• Judge Eggleston presides over the 24th Judicial District Court of Virginia, which includes the City of Lynchburg, Amherst, Bedford, Campbell, and Nelson counties.
• His jurisdiction covers general district court matters, including criminal, traffic, civil, and family cases within the district.