Charged after an arrest by D L Ludwig? 36.8% of their cases were dismissed — above the Virginia Beach average.

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D L Ludwig
Virginia Beach
36.8%
Dismissed
62.3%
Convicted
447
Cases
51th
Percentile
Top charge: Driving Suspended
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
447 cases · 2023–2024

If D L Ludwig filed your case in Virginia Beach, here's what the data shows: 36.8% of their 447 cases were dismissed, and 62.3% resulted in conviction. That's near the Virginia Beach average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 51% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Driving Suspended (44 cases, 22.0% dismissed), followed by Larceny / Theft (8 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 447 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Virginia Beach District Court. Dismissal rate includes cases dropped by the court or prosecutor. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and trial verdicts. Last updated: December 2024

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Driving Suspended Guide 44 22.0%
Larceny / Theft Guide 8 37.5%
Trespassing Guide 6 83.3%
Drug Possession Guide 5 0.0%
Disorderly Conduct 5 40.0%

Other Officers in Virginia Beach

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Court 4,477 45.2%
D W Price 2,742 29.4%
C E Bertram 2,622 27.8%
J S Keeney 2,456 30.0%
S D Simmons 2,318 38.2%

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 L Ludwig have a 36.8% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 447 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 51% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving D L Ludwig include Driving Suspended (44 cases), Larceny / Theft (8 cases), Trespassing (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 44 Driving Suspended cases involving D L Ludwig in Virginia Beach, 22.0% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Virginia Beach.
Based on 8 Larceny / Theft cases involving D L Ludwig in Virginia Beach, 37.5% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Virginia Beach.
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, 2023–2024. 447 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

36.8% of this officer's cases in Virginia Beach are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.