Charged after an arrest by A Cossio? 20.3% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 80% of A Cossio's 275 cases are Traffic Infraction — a single charge category, often involving automated enforcement (photo speed cameras, toll/HOV cameras) or administrative filings. The dismissal rate above reflects how that specific category is handled, not what typically happens with arrest-based charges. If you were arrested, look at the charge breakdown below for the most relevant comparison.

A Cossio
Fauquier County
20.3%
Dismissed
77.7%
Convicted
275
Cases
21th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
275 cases · 2025

If A Cossio filed your case in Fauquier County, here's what the data shows: 20.3% of their 275 cases were dismissed, and 77.7% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Fauquier County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 21% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (221 cases, 14.0% dismissed), followed by Other (28 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 275 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Fauquier County 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 221 14.0%
Other 28 33.3%
DUI / DWI Guide 12 20.0%

Other Officers in Fauquier County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J W Palmer 1,440 47.1%
W M Frost 1,009 27.9%
J W Nagel 700 20.1%
S L Kerns 692 17.0%
C S Moline 667 23.9%

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 Cossio have a 20.3% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 275 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 21% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving A Cossio include Traffic Infraction (221 cases), Other (28 cases), DUI / DWI (12 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 12 DUI / DWI cases involving A Cossio in Fauquier County, 20.0% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Fauquier County.
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. 275 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

20.3% of this officer's cases in Fauquier County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.