Charged after an arrest by H.C. Ambrose? 10.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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H.C. Ambrose
Hanover County
10.5%
Dismissed
84.0%
Convicted
220
Cases
8th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
220 cases · 2025

If H.C. Ambrose filed your case in Hanover County, here's what the data shows: 10.5% of their 220 cases were dismissed, and 84.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Hanover County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 8% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (128 cases, 10.5% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (90 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 220 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

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Other 128 10.5%
Traffic Infraction 90 9.2%

Other Officers in Hanover County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
G Stephenson 900 6.5%
J. S. Gomes 396 23.3%
J. L. Luck 390 26.8%
B Mills 364 11.9%
G Zaki 351 13.1%

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 H.C. Ambrose have a 10.5% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 220 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 8% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving H.C. Ambrose include Other (128 cases), Traffic Infraction (90 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. 220 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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