Charged after an arrest by G Thornton? 25.3% of their cases were dismissed.

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G Thornton
Roanoke County
25.3%
Dismissed
73.7%
Convicted
324
Cases
28th
Percentile
Top charge: Driving Suspended
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
324 cases · 2023–2024

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You were arrested by G Thornton in Roanoke County, and the data shows a pattern worth understanding. Out of 324 cases, Thornton's arrests lead to conviction in about 74 percent of cases, with dismissals at 25 percent. Virginia statewide averages 35 percent dismissals, meaning cases Thornton brings are dismissed less often than typical. Thornton ranks in the bottom quarter statewide for dismissal rates, about 9 percentage points below average. This suggests the cases filed tend to be stronger or the charges more serious, though it could also reflect how charges are initially selected.

Most of Thornton's arrests fall under "Other" charges (292 cases, 24 percent dismissal rate). Driving Suspended charges show a higher dismissal rate at 36 percent, suggesting more variability in those cases. Drug Possession arrests—six total—had zero dismissals, the lowest rate among the charge types. If your arrest falls under Drug Possession or the broader "Other" category, the data indicates dismissal was relatively uncommon in similar cases brought by this officer, though outcomes depend heavily on the specific facts of your case.

Based on 324 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Roanoke 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
Driving Suspended Guide 14 35.7%
Drug Possession Guide 6 0.0%

Other Officers in Roanoke County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
W Hoopes 1,559 30.6%
E S Austin 1,537 31.6%
K W Cahoon 1,321 26.9%
M R Clark 1,117 19.2%
D L Cook 1,080 26.1%

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 G Thornton have a 25.3% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 324 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 28% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving G Thornton include Driving Suspended (14 cases), Drug Possession (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 14 Driving Suspended cases involving G Thornton in Roanoke County, 35.7% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Roanoke County.
Based on 6 Drug Possession cases involving G Thornton in Roanoke County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Roanoke 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, 2023–2024. 324 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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