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

For those convicted of Larceny / Theft in Smyth County, the average sentence recorded is 11.5 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 Smyth County, VA — 37.2% Dismissal Rate

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

Based on 404 cases in Smyth County (2023-2024 public records), 37.2% are dismissed, 62.8% result in a guilty plea, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The median case takes 5.6 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 37.2%, based on 404 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi.

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

The median case takes 5.6 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 3.1 months, while the slowest 25% take 10.7 months or longer. Duration depends on factors specific to each case.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Larceny / Theft in Smyth County?

The conviction rate for Larceny / Theft in Smyth County is 62.8%, based on 404 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 Smyth County?

6.9% of Larceny / Theft cases in Smyth County are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Embezzlement.

Q: How does Smyth County compare to other courts for Larceny / Theft?

Smyth County has a 37.2% 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 Smyth County, larceny defendants face a notably lower dismissal rate than the statewide average. The county's 37.2% dismissal rate runs 11.4 percentage points below Virginia's 48.6% average across 108,789 cases statewide. This means larceny charges in Smyth County proceed to conviction more often than they do elsewhere in the state. With a 62.8% conviction rate and zero acquittals among 404 cases, virtually all defendants who don't get dismissed plead guilty rather than go to trial—a pattern suggesting limited courtroom contestation of these charges in the county.

Cases in Smyth County move slowly through the system, with a median disposition time of 169.5 days and a middle quartile of defendants waiting between 95 and 322 days for resolution. When convictions occur, sentences vary widely: the median sentence is 90 days but the average stretches to 345 days, indicating some defendants receive substantially longer penalties. Charge reductions are uncommon, happening in only 6.9% of cases, with most reductions downgrading larceny to embezzlement rather than eliminating the theft-related nature of the charge entirely.

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37.2%

Dismissal Rate

Statewide avg: 54.5%

62.8%

Conviction Rate

Statewide avg: 44.4%

5.6 months

Median Duration

Case Outcomes

How 404 cases were resolved — dismissed means the case was dropped by the court or prosecutor.

37.2%

62.8%

Dismissed 37.2% Guilty Plea 62.8% Found Guilty 0.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 404 public court records, Smyth County Courts, 2023–2024 — VirginiaCourtFile.com

Case Duration

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

Fastest 25% 3.1 months

Median 5.6 months

Slowest 25% 10.7 months

Sentencing When Convicted

11.5 months

Avg Sentence

3.0 months

Median Sentence

$125

Avg Fine

Charge Reductions

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

6.9% of Larceny / Theft cases
in Smyth County are reduced

21 cases had their charge amended to a lesser offense.

Most common reductions

Larceny / Theft Embezzlement

14 cases

Larceny / Theft Enter Property To Damage

4 cases

Larceny / Theft Trespass After Forbidden

1 cases

Arresting Officers — Dismissal Rates

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

Officer	Cases	Dismissal Rate
Daniel Sharitz	14	38.5%
M Wagoner	12	33.3%
J R Propst	11	33.3%
S Hess	13	0.0%
D Brown	13	0.0%

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 404 cases in Smyth County, 37.2% are dismissed, 62.8% result in a guilty plea, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The median case takes 5.6 months from filing to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft in Smyth County is 37.2%, based on 404 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 Smyth County takes 5.6 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 3.1 months, while the slowest 25% take 10.7 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 Smyth County, the average fine is $125 and the average sentence is 11.5 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 Smyth County is 62.8%, based on 404 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.

6.9% of Larceny / Theft cases in Smyth County are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Embezzlement (14 cases).

Smyth County has a 37.2% 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 Smyth County, the average sentence recorded is 11.5 months (including suspended time) with a median of 3.0 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. 404 cases analyzed for Larceny / Theft in Smyth County. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com