Henrico Commonwealth's Attorney
The chief prosecutor in your county or city.
Full office description
- The Commonwealth's Attorney is the top prosecutor for criminal cases in your city or county. They work closely with police officers and victims, decide whether to bring criminal charges, and lead prosecutions in court.
- Commonwealth’s Attorneys often supervise a team of assistant prosecutors and staff in their office.
- Most Commonwealth’s Attorneys are elected to four-year terms in odd-numbered years. Elections are partisan.
- Their salary varies by locality and experience, but the average in Virginia is around $150,000.
How this impacts you
Criminal Justice — The Commonwealth's Attorney decides who to prosecute on a variety of different charges, including drug crimes, domestic violence, gun-related crimes, and DUIs.
Victim Assistance — Commonwealth's Attorneys are responsible for victim assistance programs and educational outreach, such as educating the elderly about scam tactics.
