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Charged after an arrest by Dep D B Parnell? 32.7% of their cases were dismissed.

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Dep D B Parnell
Henry County
32.7%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
63.6%
Convicted
91
Cases
45th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
91 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

See what happened in Dep D B Parnell's cases for your specific charge.

If Dep D B Parnell filed your case in Henry County, here's what the data shows: 32.7% of their 91 cases were dismissed, and 63.6% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 45% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (38 cases, 20.6% dismissed), followed by Other (16 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 91 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Henry County 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

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving Dep D B Parnell resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalWeapons Offense — 100.0% of 8 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 4 charges by case volume · Henry County · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 38 20.6%
Other 16 83.3%
Drug Possession Guide 15 50.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 8 100.0%
Driving Suspended Guide 7 33.3%
Obstruction Guide 5 0.0%

Other Officers in Henry County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Tpr M; Vsp Gravely 274 41.7%
Tpr J; Vsp Flores-Castaneda 231 18.0%
Tpr R; Vsp Flynn 198 31.2%
Tpr S; Vsp Ball 191 52.4%
Sr Tpr M L Gravely 178 41.1%

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 Dep D B Parnell have a 32.7% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 91 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 45% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Dep D B Parnell include Traffic Infraction (38 cases), Other (16 cases), Drug Possession (15 cases), Weapons Offense (8 cases), Driving Suspended (7 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 15 Drug Possession cases involving Dep D B Parnell in Henry County, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Henry County.
Based on 8 Weapons Offense cases involving Dep D B Parnell in Henry County, 100.0% were dismissed. View full Weapons Offense outcomes for Henry 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, 2025. 91 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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