Charged after an arrest by Harris? 7.2% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 88% of Harris's 112 cases are Traffic Infraction — 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.

Harris
Nelson County
7.2%
Dismissed
89.9%
Convicted
112
Cases
5th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
112 cases · 2025

If Harris filed your case in Nelson County, here's what the data shows: 7.2% of their 112 cases were dismissed, and 89.9% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Nelson County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 5% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (98 cases, 8.3% dismissed), followed by Other (11 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 112 public court records, 2025. 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: May 2, 2026

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 98 8.3%
Other 11 0.0%

Other Officers in Nelson County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Keith W Brown 849 10.8%
Bryan Brookins 454 3.8%
Eric Gibson 361 9.5%
Robert Richardson 340 6.5%
Michael Stogdale 161 2.5%

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 Harris have a 7.2% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 112 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 5% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Harris include Traffic Infraction (98 cases), Other (11 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. 112 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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