Police Department


Welcome to the Ashland Police Department

The Ashland Police Department is a full service law enforcement agency that provides 24-hour service to its citizens. The Ashland Police Department works in partnership with the Hanover County Sheriff's Office  
to provide quality police services to its residents and businesses.

For crime statistics for the Town of Ashland click here.   

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The Ashland Police Department continually accepts applications from VA DCJS Certified (lateral) Officers.
For more information and to apply, click here.

Starting Salary: $55,199

(DCJS certified officers selected for hire may have a higher starting salary based on training and experience)

For a confidential review of qualifications and realistic job preview, please email Capt. Marie Kemp by clicking here or calling (804) 412-0600, ext. 610.


 The Town of Ashland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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In light of recent concerns regarding law enforcement use of force policies, the Ashland Police Department is providing a closer look into our current policies and procedures.


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