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Finch — Hopewell Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 104 cases involving this officer

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Charged after an arrest by Finch? 90.3% of their cases were dismissed — above the Hopewell average.

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Context for this record: 86% of Finch's 104 cases are Other — 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.

Finch
Hopewell
90.3%
Dismissed
9.7%
Convicted
104
Cases
97th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
104 cases · 2025
Based on 104 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If Finch filed your case in Hopewell, here's what the data shows: 90.3% of their 104 cases were dismissed, and 9.7% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the Hopewell average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 97% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (89 cases, 89.9% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (15 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 104 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Hopewell 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
Other 89 89.9%
Traffic Infraction 15 92.9%

Other Officers in Hopewell

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Nasser Nassar 2,118 9.4%
Shawn Warren 2,109 15.3%
Michael Walls 1,460 6.2%
Brian Michaels 1,316 7.7%
Marquise Smith 691 25.1%

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 Finch have a 90.3% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 104 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 97% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Finch include Other (89 cases), Traffic Infraction (15 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. 104 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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