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Charged after an arrest by Deputy Al Snidow? 34.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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Deputy Al Snidow
Montgomery County
34.9%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
65.1%
Convicted
83
Cases
50th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
83 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

See what happened in Deputy Al Snidow's cases for your specific charge.

If Deputy Al Snidow filed your case in Montgomery County, here's what the data shows: 34.9% of their 83 cases were dismissed, and 65.1% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 50% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (25 cases, 40.0% dismissed), followed by Other (20 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 83 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Montgomery 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 Deputy Al Snidow resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalDrug Possession — 0.0% of 10 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 3 charges by case volume · Montgomery County · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 25 40.0%
Other 20 38.5%
Drug Possession Guide 10 0.0%
Fraud / Forgery Guide 8 0.0%
DUI / DWI Guide 6 0.0%

Other Officers in Montgomery County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Trooper J Crewe 906 52.8%
Trooper J Weast 574 28.8%
Trooper Rd Alley 467 27.0%
Trooper J Simone 414 33.1%
Trooper Dt Perkins 390 48.7%

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 Deputy Al Snidow have a 34.9% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 83 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 50% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Deputy Al Snidow include Traffic Infraction (25 cases), Other (20 cases), Drug Possession (10 cases), Fraud / Forgery (8 cases), DUI / DWI (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 10 Drug Possession cases involving Deputy Al Snidow in Montgomery County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Montgomery County.
Based on 8 Fraud / Forgery cases involving Deputy Al Snidow in Montgomery County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Fraud / Forgery outcomes for Montgomery 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. 83 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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