Eric Gibson
Nelson County · What happened in 1,008 cases involving this officer
Charged after an arrest by Eric Gibson? 9.8% of their cases were dismissed.
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You were arrested by Officer Eric Gibson in Nelson County, and the data shows a significant pattern: his cases result in dismissals about 25 percentage points less often than the statewide average. While Virginia statewide dismissal rates sit around 35%, Gibson's cases are dismissed roughly 10% of the time. He secures convictions in nearly 9 out of 10 cases he brings, placing him in the lowest 5.5% of officers statewide for dismissal rates. This suggests the cases Gibson files tend to move toward conviction rather than dismissal, which is notably different from typical Virginia outcomes.
The vast majority of Gibson's cases—nearly 98%—fall under miscellaneous charges categorized as "Other," and these follow his overall dismissal pattern at around 9.5%. The smaller group of Driving Suspended charges he files shows a slightly higher dismissal rate at 17.4%, though still well below the statewide average. If your charge falls into that larger "Other" category, expect the dismissal patterns to align with Gibson's standard low rate. Understanding where your specific charge sits within these trends can help you grasp what typically happens next in cases this officer brings.
Based on 1,008 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Nelson County 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Reckless Driving Guide | 79 | 2.7% |
| Driving Suspended Guide | 25 | 17.4% |
Other Officers in Nelson County
| Officer | Cases | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|
| David Wilson | 1,446 | 9.1% |
| Pingley | 824 | 8.1% |
| Bryan Brookins | 614 | 6.6% |
| Fox | 495 | 7.0% |
| Harris | 477 | 13.0% |
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.
Data source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024. 1,008 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com
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