What are the case outcomes for Larceny / Theft in Sussex County?

Based on 27 cases in Sussex County (2025 public records), 38.1% are dismissed, 61.9% result in a guilty plea, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The median case takes 2.7 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

What is the dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft in Sussex County?

The dismissal rate is 38.1%, based on 27 cases from 2025 public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi (cases dropped by the prosecutor).

How long does a Larceny / Theft case take in Sussex County?

The median case takes 2.7 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.1 months, while the slowest 25% take 8.5 months or longer. Duration depends on factors specific to each case.

What is the conviction rate for Larceny / Theft in Sussex County?

The conviction rate for Larceny / Theft in Sussex County is 61.9%, based on 27 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 Larceny / Theft in Sussex County?

14.8% of Larceny / Theft cases in Sussex County are amended to a lesser charge based on 2025 court records. The most common reduction is to Obtain Money False Pret <$1000.

What's the difference between General District Court and Circuit Court for Larceny / Theft in Sussex County?

Larceny / Theft cases in Sussex County are heard in General District Court (27 cases in 2025).

How does Sussex County compare to other courts for Larceny / Theft?

Sussex County has a 38.1% dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft. Visit the Larceny / Theft overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all Virginia jurisdictions.

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

For those convicted of Larceny / Theft in Sussex County, the average sentence recorded is 8.8 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 Sussex County, VA

Q: What's the difference between General District Court and Circuit Court for Larceny / Theft in Sussex County?

Larceny / Theft cases in Sussex County are heard in General District Court (27 cases in 2025).

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

Sussex County has a 38.1% dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft. Visit the Larceny / Theft overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all Virginia jurisdictions.

Q: What does the sentencing data show for Larceny / Theft in Sussex County?

For those convicted of Larceny / Theft in Sussex County, the average sentence recorded is 8.8 months (including suspended time). Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Based on 27 public court records from 2025, Larceny / Theft cases in Sussex County General District Court have a 38.1% dismissal rate (statewide avg: 53.7%), a 61.9% conviction rate, and a median case duration of 2.7 months.

38.1%

Dismissal Rate

▼ vs 53.7% statewide

61.9%

Conviction Rate

▲ vs 45.1% statewide

2.7 months

Median Duration

I Outcomes

Case Outcomes — General District Court

How 27 General District Court cases in Sussex County were resolved in 2025. This is where most Larceny / Theft cases start.

Exhibit · Case-outcome distribution

14.3%

23.8%

61.9%

Dismissed by judge 14.3% (n=3) Dropped by prosecutor (nolle prosequi) 23.8% (n=5) Guilty Plea 61.9% Found Guilty 0.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Largest outcomeGuilty plea — 61.9% of 21 resolved cases.

Source: 27 General District Court records, Sussex County, 2025 — VirginiaCourtFile.com

Exhibit · How Sussex County compares

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

Sussex CountyThis page 38.1% 27 cases

Danville 42.4% 761 cases Henry County 21.1% 257 cases Mecklenburg County 49.4% 170 cases Franklin City 80.0% 136 cases

Statewide average 53.7% all Virginia

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

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

Sentencing When Convicted

8.8 months

Avg Sentence

1.0 years

Median Sentence

$100

Avg Fine

Charge Reductions

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

Exhibit · Charge-reduction patterns

14.8% of Larceny / Theft cases
in Sussex County are reduced

4 cases had their charge amended to a lesser offense.

Most common reductions

Larceny / Theft Obtain Money False Pret <$1000

4 cases · 100.0% 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 2.7 months

Slowest 25% 8.5 months

Defense Attorneys with Larceny / Theft Cases in Sussex County

Attorneys whose primary jurisdiction is Sussex County and who appeared as defense counsel of record on Larceny / Theft cases in 2025. Listed by case count.

Jack T Randall 2 of 163 total Del M Brown 1 of 43 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 — Sussex County

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

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 Larceny / Theft charge be reduced to something lesser?

14.8% of Larceny / Theft cases in Sussex County were amended to a lesser charge in 2025. The most common reduction was to Obtain Money False Pret <$1000 (4 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 Sussex County compare to other Virginia courts?

Sussex County has a 38.1% dismissal rate for Larceny / Theft cases. Outcomes vary significantly across Virginia courts. View the Larceny / Theft 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). Larceny / Theft Outcomes — Sussex County, Virginia. Based on 27 public court records, 2025; last updated May 2, 2026. https://www.virginiacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/sussex-county

Other Charges in Sussex County

Driving Suspended

173 cases · 14.8% dismissed

Failure to Appear

164 cases · 47.4% dismissed

DUI / DWI

72 cases · 9.3% dismissed

Reckless Driving

53 cases · 41.9% dismissed