Charged after an arrest by D Carter? 33.8% of their cases were dismissed.

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D Carter
Suffolk
33.8%
Dismissed
64.9%
Convicted
109
Cases
48th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
109 cases · 2025

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If D Carter filed your case in Suffolk, here's what the data shows: 33.8% of their 109 cases were dismissed, and 64.9% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Suffolk average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 48% 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 109 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

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 33.3%
Obstruction Guide 5 50.0%

Other Officers in Suffolk

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
T Shelton 1,335 36.4%
F Pulleyiii 403 19.6%
J Hodgin 280 33.5%
R Calhoun 242 19.4%
C Evancho 218 25.4%

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 33.8% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 109 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 48% 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. 109 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

33.8% of this officer's cases in Suffolk are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.