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Charged after an arrest by D P Ferguson? 36.2% of their cases were dismissed.

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D P Ferguson
Colonial Heights
36.2%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
63.1%
Convicted
202
Cases
53th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
202 cases · 2025

If D P Ferguson filed your case in Colonial Heights, here's what the data shows: 36.2% of their 202 cases were dismissed, and 63.1% resulted in conviction. That's near the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 53% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (83 cases, 20.9% dismissed), followed by Larceny / Theft (62 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 202 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Colonial Heights 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
Traffic Infraction 83 20.9%
Larceny / Theft Guide 62 57.1%
Other 39 21.9%

Other Officers in Colonial Heights

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J M Walker 594 31.5%
T L Jones 458 21.9%
J D Webb 450 18.1%
J R Riley 421 26.3%
T E Bennett 351 33.5%

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 P Ferguson have a 36.2% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 202 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 53% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving D P Ferguson include Traffic Infraction (83 cases), Larceny / Theft (62 cases), Other (39 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 62 Larceny / Theft cases involving D P Ferguson in Colonial Heights, 57.1% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Colonial Heights.
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. 202 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

36.2% of this officer's cases in Colonial Heights are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.