46.2-301 — Driving on Suspended License
Court outcome data from 58,295 cases across 123 jurisdictions · 2023–2024
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According to 58,295 public court records from 2023–2024, cases related to 46.2-301 — Driving on Suspended License across 123 Virginia jurisdictions have an average dismissal rate of 26.2% and an average conviction rate of 72.2%.
About This Statute
Section 46.2-301 addresses operating a motor vehicle while a driver's license is suspended or revoked in Virginia. A first offense is a Class 1 misdemeanor. A third offense within 10 years 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 3,722 | 28.7% | 70.2% | 4.9 months |
| Chesterfield County | 2,986 | 16.9% | 81.5% | 3.8 months |
| Fairfax County | 2,203 | 53.5% | 45.7% | 4.2 months |
| Roanoke County | 2,060 | 29.5% | 69.9% | 5.5 months |
| Newport News | 1,753 | 34.7% | 62.3% | 2.5 months |
| Hampton | 1,639 | 25.9% | 70.5% | 3.1 months |
| Rockingham County | 1,553 | 37.9% | 62.0% | 2.3 months |
| Roanoke City | 1,486 | 24.3% | 75.1% | 2.3 months |
| Henrico County | 1,478 | 17.3% | 81.5% | 3.7 months |
| Lynchburg | 1,168 | 24.6% | 71.9% | 2.9 months |
| Petersburg | 1,023 | 9.4% | 86.9% | 2.7 months |
| Portsmouth | 1,004 | 36.7% | 62.3% | 4.4 months |
| Chesapeake | 987 | 34.6% | 63.8% | 4.3 months |
| Prince William County | 882 | 47.2% | 51.9% | 3.2 months |
| Henry County | 775 | 20.3% | 78.7% | 3.3 months |
Source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024 — VirginiaCourtFile.com
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