Charged after an arrest by Benbow? 46.9% of their cases were dismissed — above the Charlottesville average.

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Benbow
Charlottesville
46.9%
Dismissed
50.0%
Convicted
39
Cases
72th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
39 cases · 2025

If Benbow filed your case in Charlottesville, here's what the data shows: 46.9% of their 39 cases were dismissed, and 50.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the Charlottesville average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 72% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (12 cases, 55.6% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (10 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 39 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Charlottesville 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 12 55.6%
Traffic Infraction 10 28.6%

Other Officers in Charlottesville

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J Sandridge 1,462 49.4%
Mullins 933 40.5%
Bench 301 61.5%
Anderson 126 31.3%
Abdelgayed 110 53.0%

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 Benbow have a 46.9% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 39 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 72% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Benbow include Other (12 cases), Traffic Infraction (10 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. 39 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

46.9% of this officer's cases in Charlottesville are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.