Charged after an arrest by E M Phipps? 40.7% of their cases were dismissed — above the Alleghany County average.

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Context for this record: 87% of E M Phipps's 349 cases are Traffic Infraction — a single charge category, often involving automated enforcement (photo speed cameras, toll/HOV cameras) or administrative filings. The dismissal rate above reflects how that specific category is handled, not what typically happens with arrest-based charges. If you were arrested, look at the charge breakdown below for the most relevant comparison.

E M Phipps
Alleghany County
40.7%
Dismissed
59.3%
Convicted
349
Cases
62th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
349 cases · 2025

If E M Phipps filed your case in Alleghany County, here's what the data shows: 40.7% of their 349 cases were dismissed, and 59.3% resulted in conviction. That's near the Alleghany County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 62% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (304 cases, 40.2% dismissed), followed by Other (29 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 349 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Alleghany 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

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 304 40.2%
Other 29 31.8%
Reckless Driving Guide 10 77.8%

Other Officers in Alleghany County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
E R Mann 1,082 30.2%
J W Mullins 903 39.2%
J L Vinson 711 49.6%
B Hobbs 434 19.8%
J R Wright 419 34.7%

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 E M Phipps have a 40.7% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 349 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 62% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving E M Phipps include Traffic Infraction (304 cases), Other (29 cases), Reckless Driving (10 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 10 Reckless Driving cases involving E M Phipps in Alleghany County, 77.8% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Alleghany 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. 349 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

40.7% of this officer's cases in Alleghany County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.