During the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association’s (VSA) Annual Meeting held on September 16, 2026, Governor Abigail Spanberger officiated the swearing-in ceremony for VSA’s newly elected officers. The event marked the beginning of a new term for VSA leadership, with Smyth County Sheriff B. C. “Chip” Shuler assuming the position of President.
“It is an extraordinary honor to serve as president of the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association and represent the sheriffs and deputies who work each day to protect and serve communities across our Commonwealth,” said Sheriff Shuler. “I look forward to building on the Association’s strong foundation, strengthening the collective voice of Virginia’s sheriffs and working together to address the challenges facing law enforcement. By supporting our people, sharing resources and standing united in our commitment to public safety, we can continue providing the professional service Virginians expect and deserve.”
“Sheriff Shuler brings more than four decades of law enforcement experience and a proven commitment to the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association,” said John Jones, Executive Director of the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association. “He and the newly elected Board represent experienced, dedicated leadership from communities across the Commonwealth. We look forward to working together to strengthen the Office of Sheriff, advocate for the needs of Virginia’s sheriffs and deputies, and continue providing valuable training, resources and support to our members.”
The officers of the 2026-2027 VSA Board represent a dedicated group of sheriffs from regions across the Commonwealth. Among them are Sheriff Steven N. Creasey from Goochland County as First Vice President, Sheriff Carlos Turner from Surry County as Second Vice President, Sheriff Joe Baron from the City of Norfolk as Secretary, and Sheriff William R. “Rob” Balderson from King and Queen County as Treasurer. The board also includes regional directors from all areas of Virginia, ensuring comprehensive representation across Virginia’s localities.
The following sheriffs were elected to the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association Board of Directors as officers and members of the board:
2026-27 VSA Officers
President: Sheriff B. C. “Chip” Shuler, Smyth County
Immediate Past President: Antionette V. Irving, City of Richmond
Past President: Sheriff Darrell W. Warren, Jr., Gloucester County
Past President: Sheriff Fred S. Clark, Halifax County
Past President: Sheriff Vanessa R. Crawford, City of Petersburg
1st Vice President: Sheriff Steven N. Creasey, Goochland County
2nd Vice President: Sheriff Carlos Turner, Surry County
Secretary: Sheriff Joe Baron, City of Norfolk
Treasurer: Sheriff William R. “Rob” Balderson, King & Queen County
2026-27 VSA Regional Directors
Region I: Sheriff William “Bill” Watson, Russell County
Region II: Sheriff D. Wayne Davis, Henry County
Region III: Sheriff W. Morgan Millirons, Giles County
Region IV: Sheriff Donald A. Lowe, Louisa County
Region V: Sheriff Jeremy A. Falls, Fauquier County
Region VI: Sheriff Sean Casey, City of Alexandria
Region VII: Sheriff C. Scott Moser, Caroline County
Region VIII: Sheriff Lee S. Bailey, New Kent County
Region IX: Sheriff Josh A. Wyche, Sr., Southampton County
Region X: Sheriff David J. Hardin, Williamsburg – James City County
