What does the sentencing data show for DUI / DWI in Frederick County?

For those convicted of DUI / DWI in Frederick County, the average sentence recorded is 8.1 months (including suspended time). Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

DUI / DWI in Frederick County, VA — 8.9% Dismissal Rate

Q: What are the case outcomes for DUI / DWI in Frederick County?

Based on 1013 cases in Frederick County (2023-2024 public records), 8.9% are dismissed, 90.7% result in a guilty plea, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The median case takes 4.3 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for DUI / DWI in Frederick County?

The dismissal rate is 8.9%, based on 1013 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi.

Q: How long does a DUI / DWI case take in Frederick County?

The median case takes 4.3 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.8 months, while the slowest 25% take 7.0 months or longer. Duration depends on factors specific to each case.

Q: What is the conviction rate for DUI / DWI in Frederick County?

The conviction rate for DUI / DWI in Frederick County is 91.0%, based on 1013 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How does Frederick County compare to other courts for DUI / DWI?

Frederick County has a 8.9% dismissal rate for DUI / DWI. Visit the DUI / DWI overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all Virginia jurisdictions.

DUI cases in Frederick County result in conviction at a significantly higher rate than the Virginia statewide average. With a 91.0% conviction rate compared to Virginia's statewide average of 79.1%, Frederick County prosecutors succeed in securing convictions more often in these cases. The dismissal rate of 8.9% falls below the statewide average of 11.9%, suggesting DUI charges in this jurisdiction face less courtroom challenge or greater prosecutorial success. The 0.1% acquittal rate indicates that trial outcomes rarely favor defendants in Frederick County DUI cases.

About one in five DUI defendants in Frederick County—21.2%—see their charges reduced rather than prosecuted as charged. When reductions occur, they most commonly drop to a general misdemeanor (47.1% of reductions) or to a lesser DWI grade (40.6% to first offense, 12.3% to second offense). The median case takes 129.5 days from charge to resolution, with half resolved between 85 and 210 days. Defendants convicted face a median sentence of 120 days and an average fine of $473, though average sentence length climbs to 244 days when accounting for longer sentences in the distribution.

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8.9%

Dismissal Rate

Statewide avg: 11.7%

91.0%

Conviction Rate

Statewide avg: 86.8%

4.3 months

Median Duration

Case Outcomes

How 1,013 cases were resolved — dismissed means the case was dropped by the court or prosecutor.

90.7%

Dismissed 8.9% Guilty Plea 90.7% Found Guilty 0.3% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 1,013 public court records, Frederick County Courts, 2023–2024 — VirginiaCourtFile.com

Case Duration

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

Fastest 25% 2.8 months

Median 4.3 months

Slowest 25% 7.0 months

Sentencing When Convicted

8.1 months

Avg Sentence

4.0 months

Median Sentence

$473

Avg Fine

Charge Reductions

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

21.2% of DUI / DWI cases
in Frederick County are reduced

176 cases had their charge amended to a lesser offense.

Most common reductions

DUI / DWI Reckless Driving (Misdemeanor)

73 cases

DUI / DWI DWI, First Offense

63 cases

DUI / DWI DWI, Second Offense

19 cases

Where you are in the process

Within 10 days of arrest — Request an administrative DMV hearing to challenge your license suspension. Missing this deadline means automatic suspension.
3-6 weeks — First court appearance (arraignment). The charge is formally presented. Most defendants have an attorney by this point.
1-4 months — Pre-trial period. Your attorney negotiates with the prosecutor. 21.2% of DUI cases in Frederick County are reduced to lesser charges during this phase.
4.3 months (median) — Typical time to resolution in Frederick County. Half of cases resolve faster, half take longer.

Arresting Officers — Dismissal Rates

Officers whose DUI / DWI arrests in Frederick County are dismissed most frequently. Minimum 10 cases.

Officer	Cases	Dismissal Rate
A R Ament	16	23.1%
T M Cram	10	22.2%
N N Hobbs	23	16.7%
C A Klimes	12	12.5%
W T Diberardine	21	11.8%

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 1,013 cases in Frederick County, 8.9% are dismissed, 90.7% result in a guilty plea, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The median case takes 4.3 months from filing to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for DUI / DWI in Frederick County is 8.9%, based on 1,013 cases from 2023–2024 public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and nolle prosequi (dropped by the prosecutor).

The median DUI / DWI case in Frederick County takes 4.3 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.8 months, while the slowest 25% take 7.0 months or longer. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

For those convicted of DUI / DWI in Frederick County, the average fine is $473 and the average sentence is 8.1 months (including suspended time). Actual penalties depend on the circumstances of each case, prior record, and other factors.

The conviction rate for DUI / DWI in Frederick County is 91.0%, based on 1,013 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.

21.2% of DUI / DWI cases in Frederick County are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Reckless Driving (Misdemeanor) (73 cases).

Frederick County has a 8.9% dismissal rate for DUI / DWI cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across Virginia courts. View our DUI / DWI overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all jurisdictions.

For those convicted of DUI / DWI in Frederick County, the average sentence recorded is 8.1 months (including suspended time) with a median of 4.0 months. 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. 1,013 cases analyzed for DUI / DWI in Frederick County. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

What's Next

21.2% of DUI / DWI cases in Frederick County are reduced to a lesser charge. An attorney who knows this court can tell you what that means for your situation.

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