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Charged after an arrest by D Carter? 32.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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D Carter
Suffolk
32.9%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
65.8%
Convicted
111
Cases
46th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
111 cases · 2025

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

If D Carter filed your case in Suffolk, here's what the data shows: 32.9% of their 111 cases were dismissed, and 65.8% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 46% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (44 cases, 38.5% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (33 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 111 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Suffolk 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 Carter resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalObstruction — 50.0% of 5 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 5 charges by case volume · Suffolk · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Other 44 38.5%
Traffic Infraction 33 37.5%
DUI / DWI Guide 11 0.0%
Reckless Driving Guide 7 33.3%
Driving Suspended Guide 5 25.0%
Obstruction Guide 5 50.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 5 0.0%

Other Officers in Suffolk

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
T Shelton 1,554 36.1%
F Pulleyiii 431 19.6%
R Calhoun 294 20.3%
J Hodgin 287 36.7%
C Evancho 219 30.2%

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 Carter have a 32.9% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 111 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 46% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving D Carter include Other (44 cases), Traffic Infraction (33 cases), DUI / DWI (11 cases), Reckless Driving (7 cases), Driving Suspended (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 11 DUI / DWI cases involving D Carter in Suffolk, 0.0% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Suffolk.
Based on 7 Reckless Driving cases involving D Carter in Suffolk, 33.3% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Suffolk.
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. 111 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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