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Warrant in Detinue - Small Claims Division

Virginia · Supreme Court of Virginia

This form is a court document used in small claims court to start a case where one person claims another person has kept specific personal property that should belong to them. It asks the court for possession of the items or money to cover the items' value and any costs.

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Where this fits in a case

Start a case

Stage: Start a case

This form is used when a person believes another person has kept their specific belongings without right and needs to file a claim in small claims court.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form is a 'Warrant in Detinue' used in small claims court to start a case. It is for when a person claims another person has kept their specific belongings that should belong to them.
Who needs to fill this out?
The Plaintiff(s) fill out the claim section, and the court uses the form to officially summon the Defendant(s).
Does this form require a fee?
The text does not mention any filing fees, but it does list sections for damages and costs claimed.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.

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