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Balek — Emporia Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 163 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by Balek? 5.7% of their cases were dismissed.

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Balek
Emporia
5.7%
Dismissed
94.3%
Convicted
163
Cases
4th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
163 cases · 2025
Based on 163 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If Balek filed your case in Emporia, here's what the data shows: 5.7% of their 163 cases were dismissed, and 94.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Emporia 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 (84 cases, 4.5% dismissed), followed by Other (78 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 163 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Emporia 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 84 4.5%
Other 78 7.0%

Other Officers in Emporia

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Garnes 3,016 9.7%
Ford 837 22.9%
Smith 443 9.1%
Howlett 387 9.7%
Howell 261 18.8%

Common Questions

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 Balek have a 5.7% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 163 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 Balek include Traffic Infraction (84 cases), Other (78 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. 163 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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