The Virginia Public Access Project, Rick James

The Virginian Pilot, Retired Norfolk detective Richard ‘Rick’ James seeks Democratic nomination for open state delegate seat — again

Rick is from Norfolk. He attended Maury High School. He has a bachelor's degree in criminology and a master’s degree in government and public policy. He lives with his wife in Norfolk.

Rick used to be a police officer in Norfolk. He served in the U.S. Army.

Richard "Rick" James previously ran for state delegate to represent district 90 in 2011, 2013, 2014 and 2020 but did not win.

As of April 14, 2023, Richard "Rick" James’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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