Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney

The Commonwealth’s Attorney is an elected official charged with protecting the community through the application of criminal law. In the courts, the Commonwealth’s Attorney and Deputy and Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorneys represent the Commonwealth of Virginia- meaning they are responsible to the whole community! The prosecution of criminal offenses makes the City of Fredericksburg a safe place to live, work, and visit.

Click here to learn more about your elected Commonwealth’s Attorney, Elizabeth L. Humphries

The Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Fredericksburg serves only the City of Fredericksburg. Other jurisdictions are served by their elected Commonwealth’s Attorneys.