A reporter must have the courage to publish the judge’s name and the other judges’ names. A judge doesn’t have the authority to say something off the record outside a courtroom. Even then, it’s the media’s decision whether the public is best informed if a matter should be published.
A search shows Sheriff Bill Wayson’s office being in this building. Three judhges are listed in the directory.
http://www.portsmouthva.gov/CircuitCourtClerk/directory.aspx
Honorable Johnny E. Morrison, Chief Judge
Honorable James C. Hawks
Honorable Kenneth R. Melvin, Chief Judge