Board approves Sheriff’s Office forfeiture spending after debate over drones

Sep 8, 2026

Supervisors approved appropriation of federal asset-forfeiture funds for the Sheriff’s Office that includes technology purchases; debate focused on drone use and privacy, with Sheriff Carter saying drones have been used for years and follow state statutes; Supervisor Ferguson voted no.

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The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors approved an appropriation of federal asset-forfeiture funds for Sheriff Carter’s office after a discussion about technology, training and privacy.

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