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J M Cooper

Staunton · What happened in 158 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by J M Cooper? 40.9% of their cases were dismissed — above the Staunton average.

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J M Cooper
Staunton
40.9%
Dismissed
59.1%
Convicted
158
Cases
59th
Percentile
Top charge: Drug Possession
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
158 cases · 2023–2024
Based on 158 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

What were you charged with?

See what happened in J M Cooper's cases for your specific charge.

Drug Possession 50.0% dismissed Reckless Driving 28.6% dismissed Larceny / Theft 100.0% dismissed

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If J M Cooper filed your case in Staunton, here's what the data shows: 40.9% of their 158 cases were dismissed, and 59.1% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the Staunton average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 59% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Drug Possession (9 cases, 50.0% dismissed), followed by Reckless Driving (7 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 158 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Staunton 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
Drug Possession Guide 9 50.0%
Reckless Driving Guide 7 28.6%
Larceny / Theft Guide 5 100.0%

Other Officers in Staunton

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
C W Hoover 1,742 37.8%
Y S Kier 1,257 43.2%
Staunton General District 998 58.2%
A L Harris 655 46.5%
B A Locklair 589 46.5%

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 M Cooper have a 40.9% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 158 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 59% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving J M Cooper include Drug Possession (9 cases), Reckless Driving (7 cases), Larceny / Theft (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 9 Drug Possession cases involving J M Cooper in Staunton, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Staunton.
Based on 7 Reckless Driving cases involving J M Cooper in Staunton, 28.6% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Staunton.
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. 158 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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