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Charged after an arrest by Counts? 35.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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Counts
Wythe County
35.9%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
60.9%
Convicted
99
Cases
52th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
99 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

See what happened in Counts's cases for your specific charge.

If Counts filed your case in Wythe County, here's what the data shows: 35.9% of their 99 cases were dismissed, and 60.9% resulted in conviction. That's near the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 52% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (35 cases, 47.1% dismissed), followed by Other (23 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 99 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Wythe 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

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving Counts resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalLarceny / Theft — 40.0% of 7 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 4 charges by case volume · Wythe County · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 35 47.1%
Other 23 50.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 10 22.2%
Larceny / Theft Guide 7 40.0%
Drug Possession Guide 6 0.0%
Driving Suspended Guide 5 25.0%

Other Officers in Wythe County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
D Hudson 737 11.4%
Hensley 612 28.2%
J Thompson 548 30.4%
Reeves 527 21.4%
Fields 511 19.3%

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 Counts have a 35.9% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 99 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 52% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Counts include Traffic Infraction (35 cases), Other (23 cases), Public Intoxication (10 cases), Larceny / Theft (7 cases), Drug Possession (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 10 Public Intoxication cases involving Counts in Wythe County, 22.2% were dismissed. View full Public Intoxication outcomes for Wythe County.
Based on 7 Larceny / Theft cases involving Counts in Wythe County, 40.0% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Wythe County.
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. 99 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

35.9% of this officer's cases in Wythe County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.