Russell County's Commonwealth's Attorney's Office

Russell County's Commonwealth's Attorney's Office The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney is responsible for the prosecution of all violations of the criminal law occurring in Russell County, Virginia.

In recognition of National Police Week, our office proudly wore blue to honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of the...
05/14/2026

In recognition of National Police Week, our office proudly wore blue to honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of the law enforcement officers who protect and serve our communities each day.

We are grateful for the dedication of the officers who work tirelessly for the public’s safety and we are honored to work alongside them on a daily basis.

This week, and every week, we extend our sincere appreciation to law enforcement and we especially remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

05/12/2026

Our office is currently accepting applications for the position of Director of the Victim Witness Program.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting victims and witnesses through the criminal justice process with compassion, professionalism, and advocacy.

We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a heart for serving others during difficult times.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Please feel free to share this opportunity with individuals who may be interested in serving our community in this important role.

Please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected].

05/04/2026

Our office will be unavailable by phone or fax tomorrow, May 5, 2026. Our office will not have power due to the power company doing maintenance.

Commonwealth’s Attorney Zack Stoots Presented 2026 Fraud Fighter Award by Virginia State Police Insurance Fraud Program ...
04/29/2026

Commonwealth’s Attorney Zack Stoots
Presented 2026 Fraud Fighter Award by Virginia State Police Insurance Fraud Program

Lebanon, VA – Russell County’s Commonwealth’s Attorney, Zack Stoots, was presented with an award for his diligence in prosecuting insurance fraud. The award recognized Mr. Stoots as a “Fraud Fighter” and is given by the Virginia State Police’s Insurance Fraud Program. Principal Investigator Jane Collins and Senior Investigator Eric Flick with the Virginia Bureau of Insurance received the same award for their work on a case in the Town of Lebanon, which involved an insurance agent who collected thousands of dollars of insurance premiums from customers and failed to turn those payments over to insurance companies.
During the awards ceremony, the Virginia State Police presented statistics that in 2025 over 3,000 complaints of insurance fraud were reported to police agencies across the state but only 66 defendants were criminally prosecuted.
Stoots stated, “It’s an honor anytime you can be recognized for hard work, but the law enforcement officers involved did the heavy lifting in this case.” The defendant was ordered to reimburse the insurance companies and customers amounting to over $8,000 in restitution.
Stoots also noted, “Insurance fraud is a crime that prosecutors should take very seriously because insurance fraud raises everyone’s costs for insurance.”
Stoots credited Chief Eric Deskins of the Lebanon Police Department for bringing the prosecutor’s office a well investigated case. The case was prosecuted by Commonwealth’s Attorney Zack Stoots and Chief Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Jessica Jackson.

04/24/2026

Today, the Russell County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office and the Russell County Victim Witness Assistance Program staff wore black and red in recognition of Homicide Awareness as we close out National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.

We remember and honor the lives lost to violence, and we stand with the families and loved ones who continue to carry that loss every day. Their stories matter, and their voices deserve to be heard.

As a community, we can support one another through compassion, awareness, and a commitment to justice. Together, we remember, we support, and we advocate.

04/23/2026

Today, the Russell County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office and the Russell County Victim Witness Assistance Program staff proudly wore teal in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.

Sexual violence impacts millions of individuals each year, affecting people of all ages, backgrounds, and communities. Today, we stand with survivors, honor their strength, and support their healing.

As a community, we can make a difference by listening, believing, and advocating for those affected. If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out — you are not alone.

04/23/2026

Today, the Russell County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office and the Russell County Victim Witness Assistance Program staff proudly wore red in support of DUI Awareness for National Crime Victims' Rights Week.

Every 39 minutes, one person is killed in a crash involving an alcohol-impaired driver in the United States — approximately 37 lives lost every day.

We honor the victims, support the survivors, and stand with the families whose lives have been forever changed. As a community, we all play a role in preventing impaired driving.
Please make safe choices and help keep our roads safe for everyone.

04/09/2026

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Today, our team is wearing blue to show our support for survivors and to help bring attention to the reality of child abuse and neglect.

We remain dedicated to protecting the most vulnerable in our community and to promoting prevention through awareness, education, and advocacy.

Join us in raising awareness—because every child deserves a childhood filled with safety, love, and support.

01/26/2026

The Russell County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office will be closed today, Monday January 26, 2026 due to inclement weather.

Our office works daily with some of the best law enforcement officers. Thank you for all you do to keep our community sa...
01/09/2026

Our office works daily with some of the best law enforcement officers. Thank you for all you do to keep our community safe and for your service to Virginia. We appreciate you and your sacrifices for our collective benefit.

Address

53 W Main Street
Lebanon, VA
24266

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12768898214

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