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Charged after an arrest by Edleman? 3.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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Edleman
Sussex County
3.0%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
97.0%
Convicted
56
Cases
2th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
56 cases · 2025

If Edleman filed your case in Sussex County, here's what the data shows: 3.0% of their 56 cases were dismissed, and 97.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 2% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (44 cases, 4.0% dismissed). 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 56 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Sussex 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 44 4.0%

Other Officers in Sussex County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Meredith 1,663 1.5%
Sullivan 1,347 23.6%
Mitchell 1,330 11.3%
Bryant 1,230 14.0%
Phillips 1,065 12.9%

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 Edleman have a 3.0% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 56 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 2% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Edleman include Traffic Infraction (44 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
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. 56 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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