Attorney General Jay Jones issued a statement following the Lynchburg Circuit Court’s decision to dismiss an attempt to block the April 21 election in Lynchburg. The court’s ruling allows the election to proceed as planned.
“Today the Office of the Attorney General stood up in court to protect the right to vote. The Lynchburg Circuit Court’s decision reinforces our position since the beginning — this election was properly called and will proceed as scheduled.
We will continue working closely with state and local officials to guarantee a fair and orderly process and to safeguard every eligible Virginian’s ability to make their voice heard on April 21.
We will also continue to vigorously fight back against any efforts to interfere with Virginia’s ability to carry out statutorily mandated elections,” said Attorney General Jay Jones.
The Office of the Attorney General of Virginia is responsible for providing legal counsel and representation for state agencies, supporting civil rights enforcement, assisting victims, promoting public safety, and defending constitutional rights across the Commonwealth. More information about these responsibilities can be found on its official website. The office also addresses issues such as human trafficking, domestic violence, consumer protection, identity theft, and fraud reporting through various advocacy programs and resources for residents throughout Virginia.
