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Charged after an arrest by Brandt? 16.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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Brandt
Emporia
16.0%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
84.0%
Convicted
199
Cases
14th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
199 cases · 2025

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If Brandt filed your case in Emporia, here's what the data shows: 16.0% of their 199 cases were dismissed, and 84.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 14% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (137 cases, 10.5% dismissed), followed by Other (34 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 199 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

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving Brandt resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalDisorderly Conduct — 100.0% of 5 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 3 charges by case volume · Emporia · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 137 10.5%
Other 34 27.3%
Driving Suspended Guide 7 14.3%
Assault & Battery Guide 5 50.0%
Disorderly Conduct 5 100.0%

Other Officers in Emporia

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Garnes 3,176 9.6%
Ford 934 22.3%
Smith 453 10.1%
Howlett 391 10.6%
Howell 281 17.6%

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 Brandt have a 16.0% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 199 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 14% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Brandt include Traffic Infraction (137 cases), Other (34 cases), Driving Suspended (7 cases), Assault & Battery (5 cases), Disorderly Conduct (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 7 Driving Suspended cases involving Brandt in Emporia, 14.3% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Emporia.
Based on 5 Assault & Battery cases involving Brandt in Emporia, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Assault & Battery outcomes for Emporia.
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. 199 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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