What does the sentencing data show for Larceny / Theft in Fairfax County?

For those convicted of Larceny / Theft in Fairfax County, the average sentence recorded is 3.4 months (including suspended time). Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Larceny / Theft in Fairfax County, VA — 73.9% Dismissal Rate

Q: What are the case outcomes for Larceny / Theft in Fairfax County?

Based on 14479 cases in Fairfax County (2023-2024 public records), 73.9% are dismissed, 25.7% result in a guilty plea, and 0.3% end in acquittal. The median case takes 5.4 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft in Fairfax County?

The dismissal rate is 73.9%, based on 14479 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi.

Q: How long does a Larceny / Theft case take in Fairfax County?

The median case takes 5.4 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.8 months, while the slowest 25% take 9.1 months or longer. Duration depends on factors specific to each case.

Larceny cases in Fairfax County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than statewide averages—73.9 percent compared to Virginia's 48.6 percent. Across 14,479 cases, this 25-point gap suggests Fairfax prosecutors and judges handle theft charges more cautiously than their counterparts elsewhere in the state. Only 25.7 percent result in conviction, with virtually no acquittals at trial. The pattern indicates that most cases either lack sufficient evidence or involve factors prosecutors view as not worth pursuing to verdict.

When larceny charges proceed, outcomes tend to be modest. Just 6.3 percent of cases see charges reduced—predominantly to petit larceny rather than more serious categories. Among those convicted, sentences average 103 days but the median is 60 days, reflecting wide variation in severity. Cases move relatively quickly, with the typical timeline from filing to resolution at 161 days, though a quarter drag past nine months. Average fines are modest at $370, suggesting many convictions involve low-value thefts or first-time defendants.

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73.9%

Dismissal Rate

Statewide avg: 54.5%

25.7%

Conviction Rate

Statewide avg: 44.4%

5.4 months

Median Duration

Case Outcomes

How 14,479 cases were resolved — dismissed means the case was dropped by the court or prosecutor.

73.9%

25.7%

Dismissed 73.9% Guilty Plea 25.7% Found Guilty 0.0% Acquitted 0.3%

Source: 14,479 public court records, Fairfax 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 5.4 months

Slowest 25% 9.1 months

Sentencing When Convicted

3.4 months

Avg Sentence

2.0 months

Median Sentence

$370

Avg Fine

Charge Reductions

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

6.3% of Larceny / Theft cases
in Fairfax County are reduced

870 cases had their charge amended to a lesser offense.

Most common reductions

Larceny / Theft Petit Larceny

532 cases

Larceny / Theft Trespassing

194 cases

Larceny / Theft Trespass After Forbidden

84 cases

Arresting Officers — Dismissal Rates

Officers whose Larceny / Theft arrests in Fairfax County are dismissed most frequently. Minimum 10 cases.

Officer	Cases	Dismissal Rate
Z R Bargeron	13	100.0%
W A Williamson	27	100.0%
V E Bosch	10	100.0%
T D Miranda	42	100.0%
T A Siner	16	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 14,479 cases in Fairfax County, 73.9% are dismissed, 25.7% result in a guilty plea, and 0.3% end in acquittal. The median case takes 5.4 months from filing to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft in Fairfax County is 73.9%, based on 14,479 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 Fairfax County takes 5.4 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.8 months, while the slowest 25% take 9.1 months or longer. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

For those convicted of Larceny / Theft in Fairfax County, the average fine is $370 and the average sentence is 3.4 months (including suspended time). Actual penalties depend on the circumstances of each case, prior record, and other factors.

The conviction rate for Larceny / Theft in Fairfax County is 25.7%, based on 14,479 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.

6.3% of Larceny / Theft cases in Fairfax County are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny (532 cases).

Fairfax County has a 73.9% 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 Fairfax County, the average sentence recorded is 3.4 months (including suspended time) with a median of 2.0 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. 14,479 cases analyzed for Larceny / Theft in Fairfax County. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com