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Domestic Violence in Virginia

123 cases across 4 jurisdictions · 2023–2024

According to 123 public court records from 2023–2024, Domestic Violence cases across 4 Virginia jurisdictions have an average dismissal rate of 48.0% and an average conviction rate of 44.5%. Statewide, 50.9% of Domestic Violence charges are reduced to a lesser offense. The average fine is $445.

Facing Domestic Violence charges in Virginia? Dismissal rates range from 22.7% to 100.0% depending on the court. An attorney who knows your court can tell you what this means — free, no obligation.

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Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi (prosecutor-dropped cases). Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Rates are averaged across 4 jurisdictions with available data. Data covers 2023–2024 public court records. Last updated: December 2024

123
Total Cases
48.0%
Avg Dismissal Rate
44.5%
Avg Conviction Rate
$445
Avg Fine
1.1 years
Avg Sentence
50.9%
Charge Reduction Rate

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4 jurisdictions

Comparison by Court

Jurisdiction Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate Median Duration Avg Fine Avg Sentence
Pittsylvania County 39 22.7% 68.2% 6.0 months — 10.9 months
Stafford County 31 27.3% 54.5% 5.5 months $445 1.3 years
Prince William County 27 58.3% 41.7% 8.3 months — 1.0 years
Wise County 26 100.0% 0.0% 4.9 months — —

Source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024 — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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Related Virginia Statutes

Virginia Code sections associated with Domestic Violence charges.

18.2-57.2 — Domestic Assault
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Data source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024. 123 cases analyzed across 4 jurisdictions. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

Common Questions

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results.

Wise County has the highest dismissal rate for Domestic Violence at 100.0%. Use the comparison table above to see how all Virginia jurisdictions compare for dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines.
A total of 123 Domestic Violence cases were filed across 4 Virginia jurisdictions in 2023–2024, with an average dismissal rate of 48.0%. Click on any jurisdiction above to see detailed statistics for that court.
The average conviction rate for Domestic Violence across Virginia is 44.5%, based on 2023-2024 public court records. Rates vary by jurisdiction — use the comparison table above to see how each court differs. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed Virginia attorney.

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