§ 37.2-429
Court outcome data from 207 cases across 34 jurisdictions · 2025
Based on 207 public court records from 2025, charges under § 37.2-429 were dismissed or dropped in 53.6% of cases and resulted in conviction in 42.5%, across 34 Virginia jurisdictions.
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According to 207 public court records from 2025, § 37.2-429 cases across 34 Virginia jurisdictions have an average dismissal rate of 53.6% and an average conviction rate of 42.5%.
Court Outcomes Across Virginia
Across 34 Virginia jurisdictions (2025):
Top Jurisdictions
Courts with the most cases related to this statute.
| Jurisdiction | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate | Median Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk | 71 | 63.2% | 36.8% | 3.6 months |
| Henrico County | 24 | 42.9% | 57.1% | 3.0 months |
| Virginia Beach | 15 | 40.0% | 60.0% | 3.2 months |
| Prince William County | 11 | 28.6% | 71.4% | 4.0 months |
| Montgomery County | 10 | 57.1% | 42.9% | 2.6 months |
| Roanoke City | 9 | 50.0% | 50.0% | 1.3 months |
| Newport News | 8 | 75.0% | 25.0% | 4.1 months |
| Augusta County | 8 | 40.0% | 60.0% | 4.7 months |
| Winchester | 5 | 66.7% | 33.3% | 4.5 months |
| Loudoun County | 5 | 75.0% | 25.0% | 3.8 months |
Source: Virginia public court records, 2025 — VirginiaCourtFile.com
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