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

Based on 365 cases in Tazewell County (2025 public records), 42.9% are dismissed, 56.5% result in a guilty plea, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The median case takes 3.9 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 42.9%, based on 365 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 Tazewell County?

The median case takes 3.9 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 1.8 months, while the slowest 25% take 9.0 months or longer. Duration depends on factors specific to each case.

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

The conviction rate for Larceny / Theft in Tazewell County is 56.5%, based on 365 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 Tazewell County?

Charge reduction data is limited for this combination in our records.

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

Most Larceny / Theft cases in Tazewell County are heard in General District Court (276 cases in 2025), where 42.9% are dismissed and the median case takes 4.3 months. 89 cases were heard in Circuit Court — typically jury trials, felonies, or appeals from District Court — where 45.2% are dismissed.

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

Tazewell County has a 42.9% 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 Tazewell County?

For those convicted of Larceny / Theft in Tazewell County, the average sentence recorded is 9.4 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 Tazewell County, VA

If you've been charged with larceny / theft in Tazewell County — this page shows what typically happens. Most cases (276 of 365) were heard in General District Court, where 42.9% were dismissed or dropped and the median case took 4.3 months. 89 cases moved to Circuit Court — typically jury trials, felonies, or appeals from District Court.

42.9%

Dismissal Rate

▼ vs 53.7% statewide

56.5%

Conviction Rate

▲ vs 45.1% statewide

3.9 months

Median Duration

I Outcomes

Case Outcomes — General District Court

How 276 General District Court cases in Tazewell County were resolved in 2025. This is where most Larceny / Theft cases start.

Exhibit · Case-outcome distribution

12.2%

30.8%

57.1%

Dismissed by judge 12.2% (n=19) Dropped by prosecutor (nolle prosequi) 30.8% (n=48) Guilty Plea 57.1% Found Guilty 0.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Largest outcomeGuilty plea — 57.1% of 156 resolved cases.

Source: 276 General District Court records, Tazewell County, 2025 — VirginiaCourtFile.com

Exhibit · How Tazewell County compares

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

Tazewell CountyThis page 42.9% 365 cases

Wise County 48.5% 428 cases Washington County 39.0% 356 cases Wythe County 21.1% 242 cases Russell County 37.6% 183 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 Tazewell County General District Court? See the full General District Court record — charge mix, judges, and officer activity.

If your case goes to Circuit Court · 89 Larceny / Theft cases in 2025

A small share of Larceny / Theft cases in Tazewell County are heard in Circuit Court — typically jury trials, felonies, or appeals from General District Court. Outcomes look different at this level.

41.9%

54.8%

Dismissed 3.2% (n=1) Nolle prosequi 41.9% (n=13) Guilty Plea 54.8% Found Guilty 0.0% Acquitted 0.0%

VCF Sentencing Outcome Index

Outcomes for 104 convicted cases in Tazewell County General District Court (2025-2026).

Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted

65.4%

Received Active Jail

Median 10 days when imposed

▲ vs 40.7% statewide

$200

Median Fine

76.0% received a fine

▲ vs $150 statewide

10.6%

Received Probation

Median suppressed (N<30)

▼ vs 33.9% statewide

These figures describe outcomes for cases that ended in conviction in Tazewell County General District Court. They do not predict any individual case outcome. See methodology for definitions and suppression rules.

Case Duration

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

Exhibit · Case duration

Fastest 25% 1.8 months

Median 3.9 months

Slowest 25% 9.0 months

Defense Attorneys with Larceny / Theft Cases in Tazewell County

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

Andrew Scruggs 34 of 456 total Shannon Adams 25 of 303 total Monica Gonzalez 23 of 464 total Jeff Stowers 20 of 317 total Laurann Brown 19 of 202 total Aaron Gillespie 19 of 92 total Tamara X Neo 15 of 67 total Andrew X Scruggs 14 of 85 total Flux X Neo 14 of 66 total Jim Shortt 10 of 186 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 — Tazewell County

3,013 circuit court filings prosecuted by the Tazewell County Commonwealth's Attorney in 2025. Office-level data — direct-indictment rate, disposition mix, trial activity. View office records →

III Background

Arresting Officers — Dismissal Rates

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

J M Mwangangi 90.9% 19 cases J; Bpd Vanover 80.0% 12 cases C; Tcso Mcnerlin 50.0% 11 cases K; Tcso Cruey 50.0% 15 cases A; Bpd Briley 37.5% 21 cases

Ranking shows officers in this jurisdiction with the highest Larceny / Theft dismissal rates (minimum 10 cases). Click any name for their full record.

All arresting officers in Tazewell County

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.

What's the difference between General District Court and Circuit Court?

In Virginia, most Larceny / Theft cases start in General District Court — that's where the 276 cases shown above were heard. Cases can move to Circuit Court for jury trials, felony indictments, or appeals from District Court. 89 Larceny / Theft cases were heard in Tazewell County Circuit Court in 2025, where 45.2% were dismissed and 54.8% resulted in conviction.

How does Tazewell County compare to other Virginia courts?

Tazewell County has a 42.9% 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 — Tazewell County, Virginia. Based on 365 public court records, 2025; last updated May 2, 2026. https://www.virginiacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/tazewell-county

Other Charges in Tazewell County

Drug Possession

468 cases · 69.2% dismissed

Fraud / Forgery

247 cases · 65.2% dismissed

Reckless Driving

208 cases · 25.5% dismissed

Driving Suspended

172 cases · 14.1% dismissed