Assault & Battery in Virginia: What the Court Data Shows
According to 18,403 public court records from 2025, Assault & Battery cases across 103 Virginia jurisdictions have an average dismissal rate of 67.0% and an average conviction rate of 25.4%.
Assault and battery is one of the most common violent crime charges in Virginia courts. This page examines what public court records reveal about how these cases are actually resolved across the state.
Outcome data: For current dismissal rates, conviction rates, charge reduction rates, and case timelines from 2025 Virginia public court records, see the live charge statistics page linked below. Numbers vary by jurisdiction and update as new records become available.
Understanding Assault & Battery Statistics
When reviewing our data, keep in mind:
- Our data groups cases by charge category as recorded in public court records
- Dismissal includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi
- Assault and battery cases often involve interpersonal dynamics that can affect whether cases proceed to trial
- These are aggregate statistics — individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case
Next Steps
For information about Virginia assault and battery laws, consult a licensed Virginia attorney or visit the Virginia Legislative Information System.
To explore how assault and battery cases are resolved in your specific court, view our assault and battery data by jurisdiction.
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