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

For those convicted of Larceny / Theft in Fredericksburg, the average sentence recorded is 10.5 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 Fredericksburg, VA — 38.7% Dismissal Rate

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

Based on 1410 cases in Fredericksburg (2023-2024 public records), 38.7% are dismissed, 57.3% result in a guilty plea, and 2.9% end in acquittal. The median case takes 3.2 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 38.7%, based on 1410 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi.

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

The median case takes 3.2 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 1.6 months, while the slowest 25% take 8.5 months or longer. Duration depends on factors specific to each case.

Larceny defendants in Fredericksburg face a conviction rate of 58.4 percent, substantially higher than the statewide average. The dismissal rate of 38.7 percent falls nearly 10 percentage points below Virginia's statewide average of 48.6 percent, suggesting Fredericksburg prosecutors or judges move more cases toward conviction than most jurisdictions statewide. Only 2.9 percent of cases result in acquittal, indicating that trials are rare and most outcomes occur through plea or dismissal rather than verdict.

Most larceny cases resolve within roughly three months, with a median of 96.5 days from charge to disposition. However, case length varies considerably: a quarter wrap up in under 48 days while another quarter extend beyond 255 days. Charge reductions occur in only 3 percent of cases, but when they do happen, prosecutors typically reduce to petit larceny (65.2 percent of reductions). Defendants convicted receive a median sentence of 180 days, though average sentences reach 315 days, reflecting some longer sentences pulling the mean higher. Fines average $285.

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38.7%

Dismissal Rate

Statewide avg: 54.5%

58.4%

Conviction Rate

Statewide avg: 44.4%

3.2 months

Median Duration

Case Outcomes

How 1,410 cases were resolved — dismissed means the case was dropped by the court or prosecutor.

38.7%

57.3%

Dismissed 38.7% Guilty Plea 57.3% Found Guilty 1.1% Acquitted 2.9%

Source: 1,410 public court records, Fredericksburg Courts, 2023–2024 — VirginiaCourtFile.com

Case Duration

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

Fastest 25% 1.6 months

Median 3.2 months

Slowest 25% 8.5 months

Sentencing When Convicted

10.5 months

Avg Sentence

6.0 months

Median Sentence

$285

Avg Fine

Charge Reductions

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

3.0% of Larceny / Theft cases
in Fredericksburg are reduced

27 cases had their charge amended to a lesser offense.

Most common reductions

Larceny / Theft Petit Larceny

15 cases

Larceny / Theft Shoplift/ Alter Merch<$1000

6 cases

Larceny / Theft Shoplift/Alter Merch>$1000

2 cases

Arresting Officers — Dismissal Rates

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

Officer	Cases	Dismissal Rate
Dobson	19	75.0%
Parker	65	70.3%
Mccurdy	53	53.7%
Baugher	27	52.6%
Mccoy	38	52.2%

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 1,410 cases in Fredericksburg, 38.7% are dismissed, 57.3% result in a guilty plea, and 2.9% end in acquittal. The median case takes 3.2 months from filing to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft in Fredericksburg is 38.7%, based on 1,410 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 Fredericksburg takes 3.2 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 1.6 months, while the slowest 25% take 8.5 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 Fredericksburg, the average fine is $285 and the average sentence is 10.5 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 Fredericksburg is 58.4%, based on 1,410 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.

3.0% of Larceny / Theft cases in Fredericksburg are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny (15 cases).

Fredericksburg has a 38.7% 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 Fredericksburg, the average sentence recorded is 10.5 months (including suspended time) with a median of 6.0 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. 1,410 cases analyzed for Larceny / Theft in Fredericksburg. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com