Charged after an arrest by A Mele? 65.9% of their cases were dismissed — above the Spotsylvania County average.

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A Mele
Spotsylvania County
65.9%
Dismissed
30.9%
Convicted
140
Cases
90th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
140 cases · 2025

If A Mele filed your case in Spotsylvania County, here's what the data shows: 65.9% of their 140 cases were dismissed, and 30.9% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the Spotsylvania County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 90% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (107 cases, 71.3% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (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 140 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Spotsylvania 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
Other 107 71.3%
Traffic Infraction 28 38.9%

Other Officers in Spotsylvania County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
W Bell 1,388 32.1%
C M Hall 1,215 33.3%
J Kcraget 863 31.6%
J Moore 565 16.7%
R Mele 563 34.8%

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 Mele have a 65.9% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 140 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 90% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving A Mele include Other (107 cases), Traffic Infraction (28 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
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. 140 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

65.9% of this officer's cases in Spotsylvania County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.