What does the sentencing data show for Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista?

For those convicted of Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista, the average sentence recorded is 1.4 years (including suspended time). Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista, VA — 42.2% Dismissal Rate

Q: What are the case outcomes for Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista?

Based on 55 cases in Buena Vista (2023-2024 public records), 42.2% are dismissed, 55.6% result in a guilty plea, and 2.2% end in acquittal. The median case takes 4.0 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista?

The dismissal rate is 42.2%, based on 55 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi.

Q: How long does a Larceny / Theft case take in Buena Vista?

The median case takes 4.0 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.6 months, while the slowest 25% take 6.1 months or longer. Duration depends on factors specific to each case.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista?

The conviction rate for Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista is 55.6%, based on 55 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: What does the data show about charge reductions for Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista?

7.3% of Larceny / Theft cases in Buena Vista are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Welfare Fraud: Larceny <$200.

Q: How does Buena Vista compare to other courts for Larceny / Theft?

Buena Vista has a 42.2% dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft. Visit the Larceny / Theft overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all Virginia jurisdictions.

In Buena Vista, larceny defendants face a conviction rate of 55.6 percent, slightly below the statewide average—a difference driven partly by Buena Vista's 42.2 percent dismissal rate, which runs 6.4 percentage points lower than Virginia's statewide 48.6 percent. This suggests Buena Vista prosecutors pursue larceny charges more aggressively than the state norm, with fewer cases eliminated before trial or plea. The 2.2 percent acquittal rate indicates that cases reaching trial in this independent city rarely result in not-guilty verdicts.

Most larceny cases in Buena Vista resolve through plea rather than trial, with the 55.6 percent plea rate matching the conviction rate. When charges do get reduced—occurring in just 7.3 percent of cases—they split evenly among welfare fraud charges, misappropriation of public funds, and grand larceny designations. The median case takes 119 days from charge to disposition, with half resolved between 77 and 184 days. Convicted defendants receive a median sentence of 365 days, though the average of 493 days suggests some receive substantially longer terms.

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42.2%

Dismissal Rate

Statewide avg: 54.5%

55.6%

Conviction Rate

Statewide avg: 44.4%

4.0 months

Median Duration

Case Outcomes

How 55 cases were resolved — dismissed means the case was dropped by the court or prosecutor.

42.2%

55.6%

Dismissed 42.2% Guilty Plea 55.6% Found Guilty 0.0% Acquitted 2.2%

Source: 55 public court records, Buena Vista Courts, 2023–2024 — VirginiaCourtFile.com

Case Duration

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

Fastest 25% 2.6 months

Median 4.0 months

Slowest 25% 6.1 months

Sentencing When Convicted

1.4 years

Avg Sentence

1.0 years

Median Sentence

Charge Reductions

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

7.3% of Larceny / Theft cases
in Buena Vista are reduced

4 cases had their charge amended to a lesser offense.

Most common reductions

Larceny / Theft Welfare Fraud: Larceny <$200

1 cases

Larceny / Theft Pub Funds For Persnl>$1000/12M

1 cases

Larceny / Theft Grand Larceny

1 cases

Arresting Officers — Dismissal Rates

Officers whose Larceny / Theft arrests in Buena Vista are dismissed most frequently. Minimum 10 cases.

Officer	Cases	Dismissal Rate
M A Slagle	15	66.7%

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 55 cases in Buena Vista, 42.2% are dismissed, 55.6% result in a guilty plea, and 2.2% end in acquittal. The median case takes 4.0 months from filing to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista is 42.2%, based on 55 cases from 2023–2024 public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and nolle prosequi (dropped by the prosecutor).

The median Larceny / Theft case in Buena Vista takes 4.0 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.6 months, while the slowest 25% take 6.1 months or longer. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

The conviction rate for Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista is 55.6%, based on 55 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.

7.3% of Larceny / Theft cases in Buena Vista are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Welfare Fraud: Larceny <$200 (1 cases).

Buena Vista has a 42.2% dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across Virginia courts. View our Larceny / Theft overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all jurisdictions.

For those convicted of Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista, the average sentence recorded is 1.4 years (including suspended time) with a median of 1.0 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. 55 cases analyzed for Larceny / Theft in Buena Vista. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com