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Charged after an arrest by C Starnes? 30.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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C Starnes
Scott County
30.0%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
70.0%
Convicted
87
Cases
39th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
87 cases · 2025

If C Starnes filed your case in Scott County, here's what the data shows: 30.0% of their 87 cases were dismissed, and 70.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 39% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (65 cases, 27.3% dismissed), followed by Other (9 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 87 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Scott 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 65 27.3%
Other 9 25.0%

Other Officers in Scott County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
D Woody 410 30.8%
W Lester 404 22.8%
Al Mccoy 311 14.9%
S Baker 281 22.9%
E Penley 241 29.5%

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 C Starnes have a 30.0% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 87 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 39% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving C Starnes include Traffic Infraction (65 cases), Other (9 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. 87 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

30.0% of this officer's cases in Scott County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.