Charged after an arrest by Cpl D Blanks? 23.1% of their cases were dismissed.

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Cpl D Blanks
Halifax County
23.1%
Dismissed
71.4%
Convicted
118
Cases
25th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
118 cases · 2025

If Cpl D Blanks filed your case in Halifax County, here's what the data shows: 23.1% of their 118 cases were dismissed, and 71.4% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Halifax County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 25% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (58 cases, 22.4% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (51 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 118 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Halifax 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
Other 58 22.4%
Traffic Infraction 51 23.5%
Reckless Driving Guide 5 0.0%

Other Officers in Halifax County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Officer S Dyer 464 12.6%
Trooper R L Compton 444 11.4%
Trooper C Fisher 433 15.6%
Trooper E Medley 338 13.5%
Sgt J Florence 258 4.1%

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 Cpl D Blanks have a 23.1% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 118 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 25% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Cpl D Blanks include Other (58 cases), Traffic Infraction (51 cases), Reckless Driving (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 5 Reckless Driving cases involving Cpl D Blanks in Halifax County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Halifax 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. 118 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

23.1% of this officer's cases in Halifax County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.