Charged after an arrest by A G Guthrie? 47.8% of their cases were dismissed — above the Chesterfield County average.

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A G Guthrie
Chesterfield County
47.8%
Dismissed
50.9%
Convicted
314
Cases
70th
Percentile
Top charge: Drug Possession
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
314 cases · 2023–2024

You were arrested by A G Guthrie in Chesterfield County, where his cases are dismissed at a notably higher rate than the Virginia average. Across his 314 cases, dismissals happen in 47.8% of cases compared to the statewide average of 34.7%—a significant 13-point gap that puts him in the top 30% of officers for dismissal rates. Convictions occur in about half his cases. This pattern suggests cases filed by this officer face substantial challenges in court, though roughly half still result in conviction.

The outcome for your case depends heavily on your specific charge. If you were charged with something in the "Other" category—which represents the majority of his arrests—dismissal rates run around 57%, your strongest scenario. Drug possession dismissals are lower at 39%. DUI charges show the starkest pattern: only 8.3% are dismissed, meaning conviction is the near-certain outcome. Larceny/theft falls in the middle at 53% dismissals. Where your charge lands in this breakdown matters considerably for what typically happens next.

Based on 314 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Chesterfield County District Court. Dismissal rate includes cases dropped by the court or prosecutor. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and trial verdicts. Last updated: December 2024

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession Guide 34 38.9%
DUI / DWI Guide 31 8.3%
Larceny / Theft Guide 17 53.3%
Failure to Appear 15 28.6%
Public Intoxication Guide 12 40.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 8 80.0%
Driving Suspended Guide 8 0.0%
Reckless Driving Guide 6 0.0%
Obstruction Guide 5 60.0%

Other Officers in Chesterfield County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J E Ardis 2,592 18.5%
P M Bishop 2,553 16.3%
S Scott 1,925 17.8%
N A Cardona 1,693 23.8%
L C Curtis 1,323 21.1%

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 G Guthrie have a 47.8% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 314 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 70% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving A G Guthrie include Drug Possession (34 cases), DUI / DWI (31 cases), Larceny / Theft (17 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 34 Drug Possession cases involving A G Guthrie in Chesterfield County, 38.9% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Chesterfield County.
Based on 31 DUI / DWI cases involving A G Guthrie in Chesterfield County, 8.3% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Chesterfield 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, 2023–2024. 314 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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