Virginia DCJS presents Grayson County Sheriff’s Office with first accreditation certificate

Oct 10, 2025

The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services presented the Grayson County Sheriff’s Office with its first law‑enforcement accreditation certificate; DCJS praised the agency’s transparency and compliance with standards and said accreditation can increase grant opportunities and liability protection.

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Harvey Powers, law enforcement director for the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), presented the Grayson County Sheriff's Office with its first state accreditation certificate and described the process as rigorous and voluntary.

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