What are the case outcomes for DUI / DWI in New Kent County?

Based on 209 cases in New Kent County (2025 public records), 28.8% are dismissed, 69.9% result in a guilty plea, and 1.2% end in acquittal. The median case takes 3.4 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

What is the dismissal rate for DUI / DWI in New Kent County?

The dismissal rate is 28.8%, based on 209 cases from 2025 public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi (cases dropped by the prosecutor).

How long does a DUI / DWI case take in New Kent County?

The median case takes 3.4 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.1 months, while the slowest 25% take 5.0 months or longer. Duration depends on factors specific to each case.

What is the conviction rate for DUI / DWI in New Kent County?

The conviction rate for DUI / DWI in New Kent County is 69.9%, based on 209 cases from 2025 public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

What does the data show about charge reductions for DUI / DWI in New Kent County?

16.3% of DUI / DWI cases in New Kent County are amended to a lesser charge based on 2025 court records. The most common reduction is to DWI, First Offense.

What's the difference between General District Court and Circuit Court for DUI / DWI in New Kent County?

DUI / DWI cases in New Kent County are heard in General District Court (209 cases in 2025).

How does New Kent County compare to other courts for DUI / DWI?

New Kent County has a 28.8% dismissal rate for DUI / DWI. Visit the DUI / DWI overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all Virginia jurisdictions.

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

For those convicted of DUI / DWI in New Kent County, the average sentence recorded is 4.4 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 New Kent County, VA

Based on 209 public court records from 2025, DUI / DWI cases in New Kent County General District Court have a 28.8% dismissal rate (statewide avg: 12.3%), a 69.9% conviction rate, and a median case duration of 3.4 months.

28.8%

Dismissal Rate

▲ vs 12.3% statewide

69.9%

Conviction Rate

▼ vs 86.0% statewide

3.4 months

Median Duration

I Outcomes

Case Outcomes — General District Court

How 209 General District Court cases in New Kent County were resolved in 2025. This is where most DUI / DWI cases start.

Exhibit · Case-outcome distribution

16.6%

12.3%

69.9%

Dismissed by judge 16.6% (n=27) Dropped by prosecutor (nolle prosequi) 12.3% (n=20) Guilty Plea 69.9% Found Guilty 0.0% Acquitted 1.2%

Largest outcomeGuilty plea — 69.9% of 163 resolved cases.

Source: 209 General District Court records, New Kent County, 2025 — VirginiaCourtFile.com

Exhibit · How New Kent County compares

Dismissal rates for DUI / DWI in this and peer jurisdictions, 2025. Peers are the highest-volume neighboring jurisdictions in the same region.

New Kent CountyThis page 28.8% 209 cases

Chesterfield County 11.7% 1,300 cases Henrico County 13.0% 966 cases Richmond City 14.7% 412 cases Hanover County 11.8% 349 cases

Statewide average 12.3% all Virginia

Click any peer for its full record. Bar lengths are scaled to the highest rate shown.

Filed in New Kent County General District Court? See the full General District Court record — charge mix, judges, and officer activity.

VCF Sentencing Outcome Index

Outcomes for 136 convicted cases in New Kent County General District Court (2025-2026).

Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted

25.7%

Received Active Jail

Median 20 days when imposed

▼ vs 35.0% statewide

$500

Median Fine

81.6% received a fine

▲ vs $250 statewide

78.7%

License Suspended

Median 1.0 years when imposed

▼ vs 92.2% statewide

76.5%

Enrolled in VASAP

Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program

▼ vs 91.8% statewide

These figures describe outcomes for cases that ended in conviction in New Kent County General District Court. They do not predict any individual case outcome. See methodology for definitions and suppression rules.

Charge Reductions

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

Exhibit · Charge-reduction patterns

16.3% of DUI / DWI cases
in New Kent County are reduced

35 cases had their charge amended to a lesser offense.

Most common reductions

DUI / DWI DWI, First Offense

15 cases · 42.9% of reductions

DUI / DWI Reckless Driving (Misdemeanor)

15 cases · 42.9% of reductions

DUI / DWI DWI, Second Offense

4 cases · 11.4% of reductions

Case Duration

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

Exhibit · Case duration

Fastest 25% 2.1 months

Median 3.4 months

Slowest 25% 5.0 months

Administrative license suspension. A DUI arrest in Virginia can trigger an administrative license suspension separate from the criminal case. Time-sensitive procedures may apply right after arrest. Consult a licensed Virginia attorney about the specifics.

Defense Attorneys with DUI / DWI Cases in New Kent County

Attorneys whose primary jurisdiction is New Kent County and who appeared as defense counsel of record on DUI / DWI cases in 2025. Listed by case count.

Michael Huff 17 of 198 total Corey Martin 8 of 109 total Mark Button 5 of 146 total J Vinson 5 of 37 total J Todd Duval 4 of 228 total Jay Jones 4 of 223 total Martin Mooradian 3 of 134 total Rebecca Peters 3 of 88 total Stephen E Campbell 3 of 56 total Robert Maury 3 of 39 total

Counts are each attorney's full 2025 caseload statewide. Click any name for their jurisdiction + outcome breakdown.

All Virginia defense attorneys

Commonwealth's Attorney Office — New Kent County

822 circuit court filings prosecuted by the New Kent County Commonwealth's Attorney in 2025. Office-level data — direct-indictment rate, disposition mix, trial activity. View office records →

III Background

Arresting Officers — Dismissal Rates

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

Commonwealth Of Virginia 54.5% 19 cases Judge Revere 48.1% 33 cases J E; Trpr Shaw 6.2% 17 cases J; Dep Deaton 0.0% 11 cases

Ranking shows officers in this jurisdiction with the highest DUI / DWI dismissal rates (minimum 10 cases). Click any name for their full record.

All arresting officers in New Kent County

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.

Can a DUI / DWI charge be reduced to something lesser?

16.3% of DUI / DWI cases in New Kent County were amended to a lesser charge in 2025. The most common reduction was to DWI, First Offense (15 cases), followed by Reckless Driving (Misdemeanor) (15 cases). Whether a reduction is available depends on the specifics of the case and is typically negotiated between the defense attorney and the prosecutor.

How does New Kent County compare to other Virginia courts?

New Kent County has a 28.8% dismissal rate for DUI / DWI cases. Outcomes vary significantly across Virginia courts. View the DUI / DWI overview to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across every jurisdiction.

Where does this data come from and how often is it updated?

All figures on this page come from Virginia's public Case Information System (CIS) and District Court system, calendar year 2025 onward. The dataset is refreshed quarterly. See methodology for definitions, denominators, and known coverage gaps.

Cite this page

VirginiaCourtFile.com (2026). DUI / DWI Outcomes — New Kent County, Virginia. Based on 209 public court records, 2025; last updated May 2, 2026. https://www.virginiacourtfile.com/charges/dui-dwi/new-kent-county

Other Charges in New Kent County

Reckless Driving

111 cases · 33.0% dismissed

Drug Possession

106 cases · 72.6% dismissed

Driving Suspended

104 cases · 25.5% dismissed

Weapons Offense

85 cases · 75.1% dismissed