Charged after an arrest by A S Bedsaul? 6.2% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 92% of A S Bedsaul's 246 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 S Bedsaul
Galax
6.2%
Dismissed
93.2%
Convicted
246
Cases
4th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
246 cases · 2025

If A S Bedsaul filed your case in Galax, here's what the data shows: 6.2% of their 246 cases were dismissed, and 93.2% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Galax average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 4% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (225 cases, 4.7% dismissed), followed by Other (15 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 246 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Galax 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 225 4.7%
Other 15 18.2%
Driving Suspended Guide 6 16.7%

Other Officers in Galax

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
D D Alley 290 24.9%
S T Sizemore 229 23.1%
D W Rose 145 23.5%
N Senica 115 21.4%
T A Melton 108 39.7%

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 S Bedsaul have a 6.2% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 246 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 4% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving A S Bedsaul include Traffic Infraction (225 cases), Other (15 cases), Driving Suspended (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 6 Driving Suspended cases involving A S Bedsaul in Galax, 16.7% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Galax.
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. 246 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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