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D M Goddard

Lancaster County · What happened in 158 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by D M Goddard? 31.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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D M Goddard
Lancaster County
31.0%
Dismissed
65.5%
Convicted
158
Cases
39th
Percentile
Top charge: Reckless Driving
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
158 cases · 2023–2024
Based on 158 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If D M Goddard filed your case in Lancaster County, here's what the data shows: 31.0% of their 158 cases were dismissed, and 65.5% resulted in conviction. That's near the Lancaster County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 39% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Reckless Driving (13 cases, 16.7% dismissed). 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 158 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Lancaster County 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
Reckless Driving Guide 13 16.7%

Other Officers in Lancaster County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
A W Nowacki 581 39.5%
E Daw 518 33.9%
N M Sibley 406 34.9%
K S Hammell 349 33.2%
T O Turner 260 55.5%

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 M Goddard have a 31.0% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 158 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 39% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving D M Goddard include Reckless Driving (13 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 13 Reckless Driving cases involving D M Goddard in Lancaster County, 16.7% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Lancaster 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, 2023–2024. 158 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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