What does the sentencing data show for Burglary / B&E in Russell County?

For those convicted of Burglary / B&E in Russell County, the average sentence recorded is 4.0 years (including suspended time). Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Burglary / B&E in Russell County, VA — 82.0% Dismissal Rate

Q: What are the case outcomes for Burglary / B&E in Russell County?

Based on 70 cases in Russell County (2023-2024 public records), 82.0% are dismissed, 18.0% result in a guilty plea, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The median case takes 5.1 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Burglary / B&E in Russell County?

The dismissal rate is 82.0%, based on 70 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi.

Q: How long does a Burglary / B&E case take in Russell County?

The median case takes 5.1 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 4.5 months, while the slowest 25% take 5.2 months or longer. Duration depends on factors specific to each case.

Q: What does the data show about charge reductions for Burglary / B&E in Russell County?

7.1% of Burglary / B&E cases in Russell County are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Common Law Trespass.

Burglary cases in Russell County are dismissed at a strikingly high rate compared to the rest of Virginia. The 82% dismissal rate in Russell County far exceeds the statewide average of 58.2%, a difference of nearly 24 percentage points. Among the 70 burglary cases handled in Russell County, only 18% resulted in convictions, with no acquittals recorded. This pattern suggests that burglary charges in Russell County either lack sufficient evidence at initial screening or are resolved through dismissal before trial, rather than proceeding to jury verdicts.

When burglary charges do not result in dismissal in Russell County, they rarely proceed to trial. The 18% plea rate matches the conviction rate exactly, indicating that virtually all non-dismissed cases end in guilty pleas rather than acquittals. Charge reductions occurred in just 7.1% of cases, most commonly to common law trespass. Defendants whose cases reached disposition faced a median timeline of 154 days, with sentences averaging 1,476 days when imposed. The tight clustering of case durations—with 75% of cases resolving between 135 and 156 days—reflects consistent case processing rather than variable outcomes.

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82.0%

Dismissal Rate

Statewide avg: 60.2%

18.0%

Conviction Rate

Statewide avg: 38.4%

5.1 months

Median Duration

Case Outcomes

How 70 cases were resolved — dismissed means the case was dropped by the court or prosecutor.

82.0%

18.0%

Dismissed 82.0% Guilty Plea 18.0% Found Guilty 0.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 70 public court records, Russell County Courts, 2023–2024 — VirginiaCourtFile.com

Case Duration

Time from filing to final disposition — half of cases resolve faster than the median.

Fastest 25% 4.5 months

Median 5.1 months

Slowest 25% 5.2 months

Sentencing When Convicted

4.0 years

Avg Sentence

3.2 years

Median Sentence

Charge Reductions

When the original charge is amended to a lesser offense, usually through negotiation between the attorney and prosecutor.

7.1% of Burglary / B&E cases
in Russell County are reduced

5 cases had their charge amended to a lesser offense.

Most common reductions

Burglary / B&E Common Law Trespass

2 cases

Burglary / B&E Trespass After Forbidden

1 cases

Burglary / B&E Grand Larceny

1 cases

Arresting Officers — Dismissal Rates

Officers whose Burglary / B&E arrests in Russell County are dismissed most frequently. Minimum 10 cases.

Officer	Cases	Dismissal Rate
A E; Rcso Smith	17	100.0%
A E Smith	19	100.0%

Common Questions

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your case.

Based on 70 cases in Russell County, 82.0% are dismissed, 18.0% result in a guilty plea, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The median case takes 5.1 months from filing to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary / B&E in Russell County is 82.0%, based on 70 cases from 2023–2024 public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and nolle prosequi (dropped by the prosecutor).

The median Burglary / B&E case in Russell County takes 5.1 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 4.5 months, while the slowest 25% take 5.2 months or longer. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

The conviction rate for Burglary / B&E in Russell County is 18.0%, based on 70 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This includes both guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed Virginia attorney.

7.1% of Burglary / B&E cases in Russell County are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Common Law Trespass (2 cases).

Russell County has a 82.0% dismissal rate for Burglary / B&E cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across Virginia courts. View our Burglary / B&E overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all jurisdictions.

For those convicted of Burglary / B&E in Russell County, the average sentence recorded is 4.0 years (including suspended time) with a median of 3.2 years. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024. 70 cases analyzed for Burglary / B&E in Russell County. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com