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J L; Tpr Dotson

Buchanan County · What happened in 185 cases involving this officer

J L; Tpr Dotson
Buchanan County
28.1%
Dismissed
70.2%
Convicted
185
Cases
33th
Percentile
Top charge: Reckless Driving
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
185 cases · 2023–2024
Court Outcome Intelligence VirginiaCourtFile.com

Charged after an arrest by J L; Tpr Dotson? 28.1% of their cases were dismissed.

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Reckless Driving 50.0% dismissed

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If J L; Tpr Dotson filed your case in Buchanan County, here's what the data shows: 28.1% of their 185 cases were dismissed, and 70.2% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Buchanan County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 33% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Reckless Driving (8 cases, 50.0% dismissed). 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 185 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Buchanan 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
Reckless Driving Guide 8 50.0%

Other Officers in Buchanan County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
The Court 1,260 86.1%
C Chapman 847 24.2%
J W Harris 696 17.3%
C J; Tpr Burkes 446 25.8%
D W Billiter 422 26.8%

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 J L; Tpr Dotson have a 28.1% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 185 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 33% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving J L; Tpr Dotson include Reckless Driving (8 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 8 Reckless Driving cases involving J L; Tpr Dotson in Buchanan County, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Buchanan 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. 185 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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