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Chief R Lawson — Pittsylvania County Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 139 cases involving this officer

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Charged after an arrest by Chief R Lawson? 0.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 96% of Chief R Lawson's 139 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.

Chief R Lawson
Pittsylvania County
0.0%
Dismissed
▼ vs 40.5% statewide
98.6%
Convicted
139
Cases
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
139 cases · 2025
Based on 139 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If Chief R Lawson filed your case in Pittsylvania County, here's what the data shows: 0.0% of their 139 cases were dismissed, and 98.6% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (134 cases, 0.0% dismissed). 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 139 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Pittsylvania 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 134 0.0%

Other Officers in Pittsylvania County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Tpr B; Vsp Hylton 447 3.6%
Tpr Winebrenner 330 10.3%
Tpr T Nobles 324 0.6%
Tpr K Jamison 259 6.1%
Sgt B; Vsp Draper 243 5.6%

Common Questions

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 Chief R Lawson have a 0.0% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 139 cases from 2025 public court records. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Chief R Lawson include Traffic Infraction (134 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. 139 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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