Legislator’s Trial Stalls for Years | Richmond News

Trey Adkins, Buchanan County Supervisor, faces 82 felony charges—including election fraud and embezzlement—dating back to May 2022, with trial finally set for October 19th, nearly four and a half years later. The delay? His lawyer, House Minority Leader Terry Kilgore, is leveraging a century-old Virginia law that shields legislators from court dates during session. This legal maneuver sparks debate: while critics say it causes undue delays, lawmakers argue it’s essential for balancing legislative and legal responsibilities. The case underscores the tension between political duty and judicial timelines. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.12onyourside.com/2026/09/14/century-old-law-gives-virginia-legislator-lawyers-broad-power-delay-court-cases/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fa4b397a7e458d20 Report issues to [email protected].