For the month of December, we are excited to introduce to you Gloucester County Sheriff Darrell W. Warren, Jr. We asked him to give us insight into his career as well as what inspires him outside of law enforcement. When asked how law enforcement officials can work to build trust within their communities, Sheriff Warren…
For the month of November, we are pleased to introduce to you Dinwiddie County Sheriff D.T. “Duck” Adams. He is currently in his third term as Sheriff of Dinwiddie County. When asked if he could have any superpower, he replied, “Having the power to lead someone down the right path who would otherwise be headed in the…
For the month of October, we are excited to introduce you to the Dispatcher of the Year. Marcella Keene, Dispatcher with the Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office, was recently awarded the 2020 Dispatcher of the Year Award. Prior to her position as Dispatcher, Keene worked in dispatch at another police agency for almost 11 years. She also worked…
October is a notoriously dangerous month in regards to traffic safety. That’s why the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association is partnering with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to call attention to October as Pedestrian Safety Awareness Month, as well as participate in Operation Crash Reduction. Additionally, as Halloween draws closer, please keep in mind the safety…
For the month of September, we are excited to introduce to you the City of Falls Church Sheriff Cay. Prior to his position as Sheriff, Sheriff Cay was a police officer in the same jurisdiction. He also previously practiced law in Virginia. Sheriff Cay most admires the character traits of selflessness, compassion and commitment, which clearly…
The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association hosted its 2020 Virtual Annual Conference on September 16, 2020. As Virginia’s premier conference, this virtual event offered an opportunity to recognize sheriffs’ offices and staff for their service. 2020 Valor Award, 2020 Deputy Sheriff of the Year Award and 2020 Dispatcher of the Year Award Sheriff Timothy C. Carter, Shenandoah…
SB5065, Qualified Immunity, sponsored by Senator Morrissey, was defeated by the Senate Judiciary Committee this morning. The bill was referred to a commission for study. Thank you to all of you who participated in this process. We encourage you to extend your appreciation to members of the Senate Judiciary Committee for referring this bill for…
For the month of July, we are excited to introduce to you Lee County Sheriff Parsons. Sheriff Parsons took office as Sheriff of Lee County in 1996, and has been elected seven consecutive times by the citizens of Lee County. Sheriff Parsons proves to be a kind, fair, and courteous man, both professionally and personally. We hope you enjoy…
Richmond, VA – The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association wishes to acknowledge the sacrifice of Wythe County Deputy Sheriffs, Sgt. Chris Coleman and Chief Deputy Charles Foster, who were both shot answering a domestic call last night. Thanks to the training, equipment and an armored vehicle used by the Wythe County Sheriff’s Office, the incident was brought…
The Ocean County New Jersey Sheriff’s Office has received numerous calls recently from residents in various counties in Georgia. The calls received stated they had missed calls from the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office phone number, 732-929-2044. When those receiving the missed call would return the call, they were directed to the real sheriff’s office number,…
The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association gives voice to Virginia sheriffs and deputies. The VSA would like to highlight a list of legislative changes pertaining to sheriffs’ offices going into effect on July 1, 2020. Click HERE to see the full list of laws that were passed during the 2020 General Assembly and that will be going…
For the month of June, we are delighted to introduce to you Rapphahannock County Sheriff Connie Compton. Sheriff Compton took office as Sheriff of Rapphahannock County on January 1, 2008, exactly twenty years after she started working at Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Compton’s dedication and determination are commendable, and we hope you enjoy reading…