Charged after an arrest by A Balaba? 33.3% of their cases were dismissed.

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A Balaba
Suffolk
33.3%
Dismissed
63.9%
Convicted
133
Cases
46th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
133 cases · 2025

If A Balaba filed your case in Suffolk, here's what the data shows: 33.3% of their 133 cases were dismissed, and 63.9% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Suffolk average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 46% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (91 cases, 37.2% dismissed), followed by Other (30 cases). What happens in your case depends on your specific charge, the facts, and the court — but this data gives you a starting point.

Based on 133 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Suffolk District Court. Dismissal rate includes cases dropped by the court or prosecutor. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and trial verdicts. Last updated: May 2, 2026

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 91 37.2%
Other 30 33.3%
Driving Suspended Guide 5 0.0%

Other Officers in Suffolk

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
T Shelton 1,335 36.4%
F Pulleyiii 403 19.6%
J Hodgin 280 33.5%
R Calhoun 242 19.4%
C Evancho 218 25.4%

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Officer statistics reflect case outcomes, not performance. Past outcomes do not predict future results.

Cases involving A Balaba have a 33.3% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 133 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 46% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving A Balaba include Traffic Infraction (91 cases), Other (30 cases), Driving Suspended (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 5 Driving Suspended cases involving A Balaba in Suffolk, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Suffolk.
These statistics reflect case outcomes from public court records, not officer performance evaluations. Dismissal rates are influenced by charge type mix, jurisdiction practices, evidence factors, and other variables. They do not predict individual case outcomes. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your specific situation.

Data source: Virginia public court records, 2025. 133 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

33.3% of this officer's cases in Suffolk are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.