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Det Dorton

Bristol · What happened in 47 cases involving this officer

Det Dorton
Bristol
50.0%
Dismissed
50.0%
Convicted
47
Cases
73th
Percentile
Top charge: Fraud / Forgery
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
47 cases · 2023–2024
Court Outcome Intelligence VirginiaCourtFile.com

Charged after an arrest by Det Dorton? 50.0% of their cases were dismissed — above the Bristol average.

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What were you charged with?

See what happened in Det Dorton's cases for your specific charge.

Fraud / Forgery 0.0% dismissed Larceny / Theft 0.0% dismissed

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If Det Dorton filed your case in Bristol, here's what the data shows: 50.0% of their 47 cases were dismissed, and 50.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the Bristol average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 73% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Fraud / Forgery (32 cases, 0.0% dismissed), followed by Larceny / Theft (12 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 47 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Bristol 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
Fraud / Forgery Guide 32 0.0%
Larceny / Theft Guide 12 0.0%

Other Officers in Bristol

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Officer A Loureiro 1,474 20.4%
Officer K Shadley 1,173 25.9%
Trooper R L Stiltner 765 16.6%
Sgt M W Edwards 677 24.6%
Officer J Tester 640 25.2%

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 Det Dorton have a 50.0% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 47 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 73% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Det Dorton include Fraud / Forgery (32 cases), Larceny / Theft (12 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 32 Fraud / Forgery cases involving Det Dorton in Bristol, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Fraud / Forgery outcomes for Bristol.
Based on 12 Larceny / Theft cases involving Det Dorton in Bristol, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Bristol.
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. 47 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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