What does the sentencing data show for Obstruction in Suffolk?

For those convicted of Obstruction in Suffolk, the average sentence recorded is 8.7 months (including suspended time). Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Obstruction in Suffolk, VA — 52.5% Dismissal Rate

Q: What are the case outcomes for Obstruction in Suffolk?

Based on 417 cases in Suffolk (2023-2024 public records), 52.5% are dismissed, 43.3% result in a guilty plea, and 3.4% end in acquittal. The median case takes 4.5 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Obstruction in Suffolk?

The dismissal rate is 52.5%, based on 417 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi.

Q: How long does a Obstruction case take in Suffolk?

The median case takes 4.5 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.4 months, while the slowest 25% take 8.1 months or longer. Duration depends on factors specific to each case.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Obstruction in Suffolk?

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Suffolk is 44.1%, based on 417 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 Obstruction in Suffolk?

0.2% of Obstruction cases in Suffolk are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Obstruct/Resist W/O Force.

Q: How does Suffolk compare to other courts for Obstruction?

Suffolk has a 52.5% dismissal rate for Obstruction. Visit the Obstruction overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all Virginia jurisdictions.

In Suffolk, obstruction charges result in conviction slightly more often than dismissal, with a 50.8% conviction rate against a 46.3% dismissal rate. This outcome tracks marginally higher than Virginia's statewide dismissal average of 43.6%, suggesting Suffolk prosecutors or judges handle these cases somewhat more leniently than the state norm. Nearly half of all obstruction defendants in Suffolk resolve their cases through guilty pleas, and acquittals are rare at 2.9%, indicating trials rarely favor the defendant on this charge.

Most obstruction cases in Suffolk move to resolution within roughly four months, with a median of 129.5 days from charge to disposition. Defendants convicted face a median sentence of one year, though average sentences run longer at 476 days, reflecting some cases with substantially harsher outcomes. Charge reductions happen in fewer than 2% of obstruction cases here, and when they do occur, they typically shift to eluding or disregarding police—a related but distinct offense—rather than to lesser obstruction variants.

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52.5%

Dismissal Rate

Statewide avg: 55.9%

44.1%

Conviction Rate

Statewide avg: 41.4%

4.5 months

Median Duration

Case Outcomes

How 417 cases were resolved — dismissed means the case was dropped by the court or prosecutor.

52.5%

43.3%

Dismissed 52.5% Guilty Plea 43.3% Found Guilty 0.8% Acquitted 3.4%

Source: 417 public court records, Suffolk 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 4.5 months

Slowest 25% 8.1 months

Sentencing When Convicted

8.7 months

Avg Sentence

1.0 years

Median Sentence

$151

Avg Fine

Charge Reductions

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

0.2% of Obstruction cases
in Suffolk are reduced

1 cases had their charge amended to a lesser offense.

Most common reductions

Obstruction Obstruct/Resist W/O Force

1 cases

Arresting Officers — Dismissal Rates

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

Officer	Cases	Dismissal Rate
B Martin	10	75.0%
M Grice	14	66.7%
P Kerlee	11	40.0%
C L Cobb	10	20.0%

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 417 cases in Suffolk, 52.5% are dismissed, 43.3% result in a guilty plea, and 3.4% end in acquittal. The median case takes 4.5 months from filing to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Obstruction in Suffolk is 52.5%, based on 417 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 Suffolk takes 4.5 months. The fastest 25% resolve in 2.4 months, while the slowest 25% take 8.1 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 Suffolk, the average fine is $151 and the average sentence is 8.7 months (including suspended time). Actual penalties depend on the circumstances of each case, prior record, and other factors.

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Suffolk is 44.1%, based on 417 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.

0.2% of Obstruction cases in Suffolk are reduced to lesser charges based on 2023-2024 court records. The most common reduction is to Obstruct/Resist W/O Force (1 cases).

Suffolk has a 52.5% 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 Suffolk, the average sentence recorded is 8.7 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. 417 cases analyzed for Obstruction in Suffolk. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com