§ 18.2-456(5) — Failure to Appear
Court outcome data from 231 cases across 24 jurisdictions · 2025
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According to 231 public court records from 2025, § 18.2-456(5) cases across 24 Virginia jurisdictions have an average dismissal rate of 85.8% and an average conviction rate of 14.2%.
Court Outcomes Across Virginia
Across 24 Virginia jurisdictions (2025):
231
Total Cases
85.8%
Avg Dismissal Rate
14.2%
Avg Conviction Rate
Top Jurisdictions
Courts with the most cases related to this statute.
| Jurisdiction | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate | Median Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton | 110 | 90.2% | 9.8% | 1.4 months |
| Newport News | 36 | 95.8% | 4.2% | 3.8 months |
| Brunswick County | 21 | 87.5% | 12.5% | 2.8 months |
| Virginia Beach | 11 | 85.7% | 14.3% | 7.7 months |
| Giles County | 8 | 75.0% | 25.0% | 2.1 months |
| Wise County | 6 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 1.5 months |
| Montgomery County | 6 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 26 days |
| Charlottesville | 5 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 21 days |
Source: Virginia public court records, 2025 — VirginiaCourtFile.com
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Common Questions
Based on 231 cases from 2025, charges under § 18.2-456(5) have an average dismissal rate of 85.8% and a conviction rate of 14.2% across 24 Virginia jurisdictions. Outcomes vary by court — view all jurisdictions for detailed data.
231 cases under § 18.2-456(5) were filed across 24 Virginia jurisdictions in 2025. For information about the current text and penalties of this statute, consult the Code of Virginia.
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