Buckingham, Virginia Public Records

The bond and bail process in Virginia allows for the release of detainees pending trial, contingent upon the payment of a set amount or the use of a bail bondsman. To find someone recently arrested in Buckingham County, individuals can contact the Sheriff's Office directly or use online resources provided by the county.

The sex offender registry is publicly accessible, allowing residents to stay informed about registered offenders in their area. The Virginia Freedom of Information Act facilitates access to these records, promoting transparency and accountability in the criminal justice system.

Major employers in Buckingham include Buckingham Branch Railroad, Buckingham County Public Schools, and the Buckingham Correctional Center, a state-run prison facility. The city's economic development efforts aim to further diversify the local job market and attract new investments that capitalize on the town's unique assets.

Law enforcement in Buckingham is provided by the Buckingham Police Department, headquartered at 16780 W. James Anderson Hwy, Buckingham, VA 23921. This dedicated force works tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of the community. Residents can visit the police department to obtain copies of incident reports, accident reports, and other public records related to local law enforcement activities. The Buckingham County Sheriff's Office, located at the same address, also plays a vital role in county-wide law enforcement, overseeing the county jail and providing support for the Buckingham Police Department.

Voter registration and election services for Buckingham residents are provided by the Buckingham County Office of Voter Registration and Elections, located at 13380 West James Anderson Highway, Buckingham, VA 23921 (phone: 434-969-4953). The office is typically open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Virginia residents can register to vote online through the Virginia Department of Elections at https://www.elections.virginia.gov/registration/how-to-register/ or submit paper applications to the local registrar. Voter registration deadlines are 22 days before any election. Virginia requires no documentary proof of citizenship to register but does require providing a Virginia driver's license or ID number, or the last four digits of a Social Security number. Buckingham, as an unincorporated community, has no municipal elections for mayor or city council; residents vote in county, state, and federal elections. Buckingham County is governed by a Board of Supervisors representing seven districts, with supervisor elections held on a staggered schedule during November general elections. Residents can find their assigned polling place by using the Virginia Department of Elections polling place lookup tool at https://vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInformation/PublicContactLookup or by contacting the local registrar. In the November 2024 presidential election, Buckingham County recorded approximately 8,500 registered voters with turnout of roughly 65-70%, consistent with rural Virginia patterns; the county has historically leaned Republican in presidential contests. For the November 3, 2026, general election, Virginia voters will decide competitive state legislative races (all 100 House of Delegates seats are up for election in odd-numbered years following redistricting cycles, though the main legislative elections occurred in 2025; 2026 is a federal midterm year). Buckingham County voters will elect county constitutional officers including Sheriff, Commissioner of the Revenue, Treasurer, Commonwealth's Attorney, and Clerk of Court, all serving four-year terms with elections in 2025 and 2029 unless special elections are required. No U.S. Senate seat from Virginia is scheduled for election in 2026 (next Virginia Senate races are 2024 and 2026 depending on seat). Specific local ballot measures, school board representatives, and soil and water conservation district directors may also appear on the 2026 ballot. Virginia allows absentee voting by mail for any registered voter without requiring an excuse; applications can be submitted online at https://vote.elections.virginia.gov/ up to seven days before the election, though earlier application is recommended. Early in-person voting is available at the registrar's office beginning 45 days before Election Day. Election results by precinct are published by the Virginia Department of Elections at https://results.elections.virginia.gov/ and are also available through the local registrar. Voter registration lists are public records available for inspection at the registrar's office, subject to restrictions on use for commercial purposes. Campaign finance records for state and local candidates are maintained by the Virginia Department of Elections and searchable at https://apps.elections.virginia.gov/SBE_CSV/CFRP/. Candidate filings and ballot access petitions are processed through the local electoral board and state Department of Elections depending on the office sought.