Case Assignments

Learn about the different units and attorneys handling cases in the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, and how cases are assigned to ensure fair and effective prosecution.
Page updated on October 26, 2026 at 9:10 AM
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Bryan L. Porter, Commonwealth's Attorney

The Commonwealth’s Attorney leads a dedicated team of prosecutors, victim-witness advocates, and administrative professionals. His responsibilities include prosecuting homicide cases, issuing legal opinions, responding to police internal affairs matters, presenting cases to the grand jury, and handling expungement requests as well as petitions related to firearm rights restoration.

Cathryn F. Evans, Chief Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney 

Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney Administration. Substantial Risk Orders; Involuntary Commitment Appeals; Out of State Subpoenas; Writs, Extraditions & Fugitive Actions, Legal Training liaison.

Violent Crimes Unit

David A. Lord, Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney, Violent Crimes Unit Supervisor
PROBATION & PAROLE VIOLATIONS. Alexandria Sheriff's Office Liaison. New Attorney Training Coordinator.

FIREARM CRIMES (CEASEFIRE), Unlawful Discharge point of contact for law enforcement.  Multi-Jurisdictional Grand Jury (MJGJ) Administrator. 

WHITE-COLLAR CRIMES, CIRCUIT COURT RESTITUTION DOCKET, Financial Order Review.

ROBBERIES.

TRAFFIC MISDEMEANORS, appeals thereof; felonies as assigned. 

TRAFFIC MISDEMEANORS, (preparation and case support); GDC walk-in advisements.

Special Victims Unit

Jessica B. Smith, Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney, Special Victims Unit Supervisor
EPROSECUTOR DEVELOPER., Body Worn Camera Liaison.  Search Warrant Project.

ADULT SEXUAL ASSAULT & HUMAN TRAFFICKING, SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION OFFENSES. 

CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN.

OFFENSES BY JUVENILES, appeals thereof, Educational Neglect liaison

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OFFENSES, appeals thereof.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OFFENSES, appeals thereof.

Narcotics & Property Crimes Unit

Joseph C. Martin, Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney, Narcotics & Property Crimes Unit Supervisor
ALEXANDRIA RECOVERY COURT (ARC) COORDINATOR; MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE SUPERVISOR.

VICE/NARCOTICS OFFENSES , GANG OFFENSES. Asset Forfeiture.

BURGLARIES, CIS Investigated PROPERTY CRIMES

CRIMINAL MISDEMEANORS, appeals thereof, MHI cases & felonies as assigned.

CRIMINAL MISDEMEANORS, appeals thereof, MHI cases & felonies as assigned.

Questions About Your Case?

If you have questions about your case, contact the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office or our Victim Services team for guidance and support. Our specialized units are here to provide information, answer procedural questions, and connect you with the resources you may need throughout the court process.