16.1-253.2 — Protective Order Violation
Court outcome data from 1,761 cases across 40 jurisdictions · 2023–2024
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According to 1,761 public court records from 2023–2024, cases related to 16.1-253.2 — Protective Order Violation across 40 Virginia jurisdictions have an average dismissal rate of 47.7% and an average conviction rate of 47.7%.
About This Statute
Section 16.1-253.2 addresses violation of a protective order issued by a Virginia court. A first offense is a Class 1 misdemeanor. A second violation within 5 years involving an act of violence is a Class 6 felony. For the current statutory text, penalties, and legal elements, consult the Virginia Legislative Information System or a licensed Virginia attorney.
Court Outcome Statistics
Our analysis of cases categorized under this statute area across Virginia courts (2023–2024) shows:
Top Jurisdictions
Courts with the most cases related to this statute.
| Jurisdiction | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate | Median Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport News | 138 | 81.8% | 15.2% | 6.7 months |
| Virginia Beach | 101 | 54.9% | 42.9% | 3.2 months |
| Lynchburg | 94 | 66.2% | 29.9% | 4.7 months |
| Greene County | 90 | 60.5% | 39.5% | 7.3 months |
| Hampton | 87 | 32.4% | 48.6% | 4.8 months |
| Stafford County | 73 | 60.3% | 38.2% | 6.1 months |
| Campbell County | 68 | 52.5% | 42.6% | 2.9 months |
| Norfolk | 63 | 26.3% | 65.8% | 3.5 months |
| Chesterfield County | 60 | 52.3% | 43.2% | 3.7 months |
| Danville | 59 | 21.4% | 78.6% | 1.0 years |
| Rockbridge County | 58 | 65.4% | 34.6% | 10.1 months |
| Suffolk | 56 | 25.5% | 74.5% | 3.5 months |
| Henrico County | 44 | 41.2% | 55.9% | 4.2 months |
| Smyth County | 41 | 32.4% | 67.6% | 2.8 months |
| Washington County | 41 | 32.3% | 67.7% | 1.6 months |
Source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024 — VirginiaCourtFile.com
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