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Charged after an arrest by H C Ambrose? 32.6% of their cases were dismissed.

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H C Ambrose
Hanover County
32.6%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
65.2%
Convicted
120
Cases
45th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
120 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

See what happened in H C Ambrose's cases for your specific charge.

If H C Ambrose filed your case in Hanover County, here's what the data shows: 32.6% of their 120 cases were dismissed, and 65.2% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 45% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (49 cases, 27.5% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (31 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 120 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Hanover 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

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving H C Ambrose resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalProperty Destruction — 100.0% of 6 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 4 charges by case volume · Hanover County · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Other 49 27.5%
Traffic Infraction 31 40.0%
DUI / DWI Guide 6 0.0%
Property Destruction 6 100.0%
Larceny / Theft Guide 5 33.3%
Reckless Driving Guide 5 60.0%

Other Officers in Hanover County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
G Stephenson 985 6.6%
J. S. Gomes 506 23.1%
J. L. Luck 430 28.8%
J Moore 405 12.2%
G Zaki 404 11.9%

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 H C Ambrose have a 32.6% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 120 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 45% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving H C Ambrose include Other (49 cases), Traffic Infraction (31 cases), DUI / DWI (6 cases), Property Destruction (6 cases), Larceny / Theft (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 6 DUI / DWI cases involving H C Ambrose in Hanover County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Hanover County.
Based on 6 Property Destruction cases involving H C Ambrose in Hanover County, 100.0% were dismissed. View full Property Destruction outcomes for Hanover 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, 2025. 120 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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