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D C Gillespie — Lynchburg Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 169 cases involving this officer

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Charged after an arrest by D C Gillespie? 34.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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D C Gillespie
Lynchburg
34.5%
Dismissed
▼ vs 40.5% statewide
62.8%
Convicted
169
Cases
49th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
169 cases · 2025
Based on 169 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

What were you charged with?

See what happened in D C Gillespie's cases for your specific charge.

Driving Suspended 35.7% dismissed Weapons Offense 20.0% dismissed Public Intoxication 37.5% dismissed Reckless Driving 10.0% dismissed

If D C Gillespie filed your case in Lynchburg, here's what the data shows: 34.5% of their 169 cases were dismissed, and 62.8% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 49% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (85 cases, 39.3% dismissed), followed by Other (20 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 169 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Lynchburg 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 D C Gillespie resolve, by charge

Public Intoxication 37.5% Driving Suspended 35.7% Weapons Offense 20.0% Reckless Driving 10.0%

Highest dismissalPublic Intoxication — 37.5% of 11 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

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

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 85 39.3%
Other 20 42.9%
Driving Suspended Guide 14 35.7%
Weapons Offense Guide 14 20.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 11 37.5%
Reckless Driving Guide 10 10.0%

Other Officers in Lynchburg

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M D Bauserman 906 18.3%
Lynchburg General District Ct 829 47.2%
J W Farrar 654 17.4%
B A Orrock 390 27.6%
M S Dondero 343 25.6%

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 D C Gillespie have a 34.5% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 169 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 49% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving D C Gillespie include Traffic Infraction (85 cases), Other (20 cases), Driving Suspended (14 cases), Weapons Offense (14 cases), Public Intoxication (11 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 14 Driving Suspended cases involving D C Gillespie in Lynchburg, 35.7% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Lynchburg.
Based on 14 Weapons Offense cases involving D C Gillespie in Lynchburg, 20.0% were dismissed. View full Weapons Offense outcomes for Lynchburg.
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. 169 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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