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Charged after an arrest by D W Moricle? 31.4% of their cases were dismissed.

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D W Moricle
Roanoke City
31.4%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
68.6%
Convicted
41
Cases
43th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
41 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

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

If D W Moricle filed your case in Roanoke City, here's what the data shows: 31.4% of their 41 cases were dismissed, and 68.6% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 43% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (17 cases, 12.5% dismissed), followed by Property Destruction (6 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 41 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Roanoke City 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 17 12.5%
Property Destruction 6 100.0%
Traffic Infraction 6 50.0%
Trespassing Guide 6 16.7%

Other Officers in Roanoke City

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
K R Wilkerson 1,559 20.3%
L R Spencer 667 11.8%
C Shively 549 18.6%
R Franklin 532 25.8%
R S Mason 459 12.1%

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 W Moricle have a 31.4% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 41 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 43% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving D W Moricle include Other (17 cases), Property Destruction (6 cases), Traffic Infraction (6 cases), Trespassing (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 6 Property Destruction cases involving D W Moricle in Roanoke City, 100.0% were dismissed. View full Property Destruction outcomes for Roanoke City.
Based on 6 Trespassing cases involving D W Moricle in Roanoke City, 16.7% were dismissed. View full Trespassing outcomes for Roanoke City.
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. 41 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

31.4% of this officer's cases in Roanoke City are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.