What does the sentencing data show for Obstruction in Chesterfield County?

For those convicted of Obstruction in Chesterfield 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.

Obstruction in Chesterfield County, VA — 63.2% Dismissal Rate

Q: What are the case outcomes for Obstruction in Chesterfield County?

Based on 882 cases in Chesterfield County (2023-2024 public records), 63.2% are dismissed, 34.2% result in a guilty plea, and 2.4% end in acquittal. The median case takes 4.4 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Obstruction in Chesterfield County?

The dismissal rate is 63.2%, based on 882 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi.

Q: How long does a Obstruction case take in Chesterfield County?

The median case takes 4.4 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.4 months, while the slowest 25% take 7.5 months or longer. Duration depends on factors specific to each case.

Obstruction cases in Chesterfield County are dismissed at notably higher rates than the statewide average, with 52.1% of the 1,394 cases resulting in dismissal compared to 43.6% statewide—an 8.5 percentage point advantage for defendants. Convictions occur in 45.9% of cases, with acquittals rare at 1.9%. This dismissal rate suggests that obstruction charges in Chesterfield County face steeper evidentiary hurdles or prosecutorial scrutiny than elsewhere in Virginia, making case outcomes less certain for the prosecution.

When obstruction charges do proceed, most defendants resolve cases through plea agreements rather than trial, with 45.2% taking pleas. Only 4.2% of cases see charges reduced, but when reduction happens, it overwhelmingly becomes elude/disregard police at 80.5% of reductions. Cases move to disposition in a median of 138 days, with half resolved between 79 and 245 days. Convicted defendants face a median sentence of 365 days, though average sentences reach 654 days, indicating some significant outliers. The typical fine is $212.

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63.2%

Dismissal Rate

Statewide avg: 55.9%

34.4%

Conviction Rate

Statewide avg: 41.4%

4.4 months

Median Duration

Case Outcomes

How 882 cases were resolved — dismissed means the case was dropped by the court or prosecutor.

63.2%

34.2%

Dismissed 63.2% Guilty Plea 34.2% Found Guilty 0.1% Acquitted 2.4%

Source: 882 public court records, Chesterfield County Courts, 2023–2024 — VirginiaCourtFile.com

Case Duration

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

Fastest 25% 2.4 months

Median 4.4 months

Slowest 25% 7.5 months

Sentencing When Convicted

8.8 months

Avg Sentence

1.0 years

Median Sentence

$162

Avg Fine

Charge Reductions

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

1.9% of Obstruction cases
in Chesterfield County are reduced

14 cases had their charge amended to a lesser offense.

Most common reductions

Obstruction Disorderly Conduct

5 cases

Obstruction Obstruct/Resist W/O Force

3 cases

Obstruction Elude/Disregard Police-Misd

3 cases

Arresting Officers — Dismissal Rates

Officers whose Obstruction arrests in Chesterfield County are dismissed most frequently. Minimum 10 cases.

Officer	Cases	Dismissal Rate
P S Howard	10	100.0%
Z E Cardona	13	87.5%
S L Morris	13	80.0%
J A Short	14	80.0%
B D Cordingly	10	80.0%

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 882 cases in Chesterfield County, 63.2% are dismissed, 34.2% result in a guilty plea, and 2.4% end in acquittal. The median case takes 4.4 months from filing to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Obstruction in Chesterfield County is 63.2%, based on 882 cases from 2023–2024 public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and nolle prosequi (dropped by the prosecutor).

The median Obstruction case in Chesterfield County takes 4.4 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.4 months, while the slowest 25% take 7.5 months or longer. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

For those convicted of Obstruction in Chesterfield County, the average fine is $162 and the average sentence is 8.8 months (including suspended time). Actual penalties depend on the circumstances of each case, prior record, and other factors.

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Chesterfield County is 34.4%, based on 882 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.

1.9% of Obstruction cases in Chesterfield County are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct (5 cases).

Chesterfield County has a 63.2% dismissal rate for Obstruction cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across Virginia courts. View our Obstruction overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all jurisdictions.

For those convicted of Obstruction in Chesterfield County, the average sentence recorded is 8.8 months (including suspended time) with a median of 1.0 years. 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. 882 cases analyzed for Obstruction in Chesterfield County. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com