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Charged after an arrest by C A Lynch? 38.1% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 80% of C A Lynch's 219 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.

C A Lynch
Prince William County
38.1%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
61.9%
Convicted
219
Cases
57th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
219 cases · 2025

If C A Lynch filed your case in Prince William County, here's what the data shows: 38.1% of their 219 cases were dismissed, and 61.9% resulted in conviction. That's near the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 57% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (176 cases, 39.0% dismissed), followed by Other (42 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 219 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Prince William 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
Traffic Infraction 176 39.0%
Other 42 36.1%

Other Officers in Prince William County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
C D Simmons 1,739 41.7%
M S Dean 1,720 36.9%
B T Pellath 1,247 41.6%
R Duncan 1,171 37.8%
A E Mellis 1,099 42.0%

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 C A Lynch have a 38.1% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 219 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 57% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving C A Lynch include Traffic Infraction (176 cases), Other (42 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. 219 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

38.1% of this officer's cases in Prince William County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.