Former Virginia Delegate Jay Jones, the Democratic nominee for attorney general, faces scrutiny over a 2014 reckless driving conviction after being caught speeding at 116 mph on Interstate 64 in New Kent. Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin criticized the incident, stating it raises questions about Jones’ judgment and fitness for the role of top law enforcement official. “The job of attorney general is too important to leave to someone who would recklessly break the law and endanger lives,” Youngkin said, adding that Jones allegedly misled courts by claiming community service for his political operation.

Court records reveal Jones paid a $1,500 fine for the offense. His campaign acknowledged the mistake, stating he “accepted responsibility” and fulfilled court obligations. However, Jones’ opponent, incumbent Republican Attorney General Jason Miyares, accused him of evading jail time by performing 500 hours of community service for his own Political Action Committee (PAC), Meet our Moment (MOM). Miyares argued that the work was not conducted for a charitable organization, as required under Virginia law.

Documents obtained by Fox News Digital show MOM and the NAACP attested to Jones’ service in 2024, despite the PAC’s non-profit status. Lesley Shinbaum Stewart, MOM’s executive director and reportedly Jones’ “unofficial chief of staff,” signed the letter. Records also revealed Jones paid her firm over $100,000 since 2020, with an additional $6,000 payment shortly after the community service claim was filed. Shinbaum Stewart could not be reached for comment, and the Jones campaign did not respond to inquiries.

Virginia law permits court-ordered community service through non-profits or government agencies, but the legitimacy of MOM’s involvement remains under question. The controversy underscores growing concerns about accountability in political campaigns.