Charged after an arrest by A Richardson? 30.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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A Richardson
Fauquier County
30.5%
Dismissed
69.5%
Convicted
536
Cases
38th
Percentile
Top charge: Driving Suspended
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
536 cases · 2023–2024

If A Richardson filed your case in Fauquier County, here's what the data shows: 30.5% of their 536 cases were dismissed, and 69.5% resulted in conviction. That's near the Fauquier County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 38% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Driving Suspended (37 cases, 5.7% dismissed), followed by Drug Possession (23 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 536 public court records, 2023–2024. 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: December 2024

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Driving Suspended Guide 37 5.7%
Drug Possession Guide 23 50.0%
Obstruction Guide 14 71.4%
Reckless Driving Guide 11 40.0%
DUI / DWI Guide 10 20.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 8 42.9%
Property Destruction 8 100.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 5 80.0%
Grand Larceny Guide 5 66.7%

Other Officers in Fauquier County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J W Palmer 2,553 41.8%
M D Brill 1,905 19.5%
K C Daymude 1,819 15.5%
W M Frost 1,780 19.6%
D J Mabie 1,499 24.7%

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 Richardson have a 30.5% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 536 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 38% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving A Richardson include Driving Suspended (37 cases), Drug Possession (23 cases), Obstruction (14 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 37 Driving Suspended cases involving A Richardson in Fauquier County, 5.7% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Fauquier County.
Based on 23 Drug Possession cases involving A Richardson in Fauquier County, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession 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, 2023–2024. 536 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

30.5% of this officer's cases in Fauquier County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.