Image for Virginia Department of Elections

Virginia Department of Elections

The Virginia Department of Elections is a state government agency responsible for overseeing the administration of elections across Virginia. It ensures that elections are fair, secure, and accessible by setting policies, maintaining voter registration databases, certifying voting equipment, and providing election resources and support to local jurisdictions. The department also educates voters about the voting process, manages candidate filings, and enforces election laws to uphold the integrity of elections in the state.