E Mata
Galax
35.4%
Dismissed
64.2%
Convicted
399
Cases
49th
Percentile
Top charge: Larceny / Theft
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
399 cases · 2023–2024

Charged after an arrest by E Mata? 35.4% of their cases were dismissed — above the Galax average.

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If E Mata filed your case in Galax, here's what the data shows: 35.4% of their 399 cases were dismissed, and 64.2% resulted in conviction. That's near the Galax average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 49% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Larceny / Theft (43 cases, 22.2% dismissed), followed by Drug Possession (34 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 399 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Galax 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
Larceny / Theft Guide 43 22.2%
Drug Possession Guide 34 80.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 24 40.0%
Driving Suspended Guide 17 29.4%
Reckless Driving Guide 14 23.1%
DUI / DWI Guide 11 0.0%
Obstruction Guide 9 12.5%

Other Officers in Galax

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
M D Tozzolo 803 30.7%
D D Alley 493 32.6%
T A Melton 453 30.0%
A S Bedsaul 415 8.7%
M N Parks 356 30.3%

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 Mata have a 35.4% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 399 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 49% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving E Mata include Larceny / Theft (43 cases), Drug Possession (34 cases), Public Intoxication (24 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 43 Larceny / Theft cases involving E Mata in Galax, 22.2% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Galax.
Based on 34 Drug Possession cases involving E Mata in Galax, 80.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Galax.
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. 399 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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