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Charged after an arrest by Benji Ratcliffe? 25.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 90% of Benji Ratcliffe's 61 cases are Other — 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.

Benji Ratcliffe
Giles County
25.0%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
75.0%
Convicted
61
Cases
28th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
61 cases · 2025

If Benji Ratcliffe filed your case in Giles County, here's what the data shows: 25.0% of their 61 cases were dismissed, and 75.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 28% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (55 cases, 22.2% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (6 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 61 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Giles 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 55 22.2%
Traffic Infraction 6 50.0%

Other Officers in Giles County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Chris Reynolds 451 28.5%
J M Boone 248 41.1%
Rk Young 229 43.5%
M Cohen 228 22.3%
Danny Ratcliffe 209 32.5%

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 Benji Ratcliffe have a 25.0% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 61 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 28% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Benji Ratcliffe include Other (55 cases), Traffic Infraction (6 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. 61 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

25.0% of this officer's cases in Giles County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.