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Charged after an arrest by J Orvis? 34.8% of their cases were dismissed.

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J Orvis
Portsmouth
34.8%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
65.2%
Convicted
33
Cases
50th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
33 cases · 2025

If J Orvis filed your case in Portsmouth, here's what the data shows: 34.8% of their 33 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 50% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (12 cases, 25.0% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (9 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 33 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Portsmouth 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 12 25.0%
Traffic Infraction 9 14.3%

Other Officers in Portsmouth

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
D Long 1,066 13.3%
F Pulleyiii 836 24.5%
A Dorr 677 21.2%
E Barnes 370 18.9%
J Robinson 367 17.1%

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 J Orvis have a 34.8% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 33 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 50% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving J Orvis include Other (12 cases), Traffic Infraction (9 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. 33 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

34.8% of this officer's cases in Portsmouth are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.