Chesapeake Commonwealth's Attorney Matt Hamel

05/04/2026

Press Release: Austin Dietrick Sentenced to 35 years for Possession and Reproduction of Child Po*******hy

11/24/2025

From 2019-2023, there were 868 deaths in drunk-driving crashes over the Thanksgiving holiday. 174 of those deaths were from 2023 alone. Calling for a ride is easy as pie- your loved ones will be thankful you did!

10/28/2025

The Commonwealth Attorney’s office is proud to congratulate our recent Recovery Court Graduates: Joe Crum, Richard Radcliffe and Ronnie Williams. They have worked very hard and we wish them all the best!

10/21/2025

Press Release: Dean Klama Sentenced to 35 years on Child Po*******hy Charges

10/01/2025

08/26/2025

We are thrilled to welcome back our amazing legal secretary, Donna, from retirement. Donna’s experience, wisdom, and smile were missed - and we’re so glad to have her back on the team!

08/08/2025

National Night Out is a very meaningful and fun event. Our office is proud to support the community just as we are proud to serve alongside our law enforcement and first responder partners every day. Thank you to our wonderful attorneys and staff for participating in events throughout the City!

Please enjoy the photos below from National Night Out 2025.

07/24/2025

Thank you to everyone who participated in and sponsored our baseball and softball clinic! This year we were able to host 80 children! Thank you to Greenbrier Athletic Association, Beazley Foundation Inc., Buffalow Family and Friends, Jimmy Johns, Long Jewelers, Bush Real Estate Group Inc., Banneroo.com, and Norfolk Tides Baseball for your sponsorship!

05/12/2025

Matt Hamel and the Chesapeake Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office is very proud to support the Chesapeake Recovery Court Program and the meaningful work they do. Their commitment to the participants changes lives and makes a positive impact on the City of Chesapeake.

05/07/2025

Press Release: Jose Alvaro Galdamez Escobar Sentenced for Violent S*x Offenses