Charged after an arrest by J Pittelkau? 30.3% of their cases were dismissed.

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J Pittelkau
Loudoun County
30.3%
Dismissed
69.7%
Convicted
79
Cases
38th
Percentile
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
79 cases · 2023–2024

You were arrested by Officer Pittelkau in Loudoun County, and the data shows what typically happens next: about 70 percent of people arrested by this officer are convicted, while 30 percent have their cases dismissed. That conviction rate is slightly higher than Virginia's statewide average of 65 percent, meaning cases involving this officer are somewhat more likely to result in convictions. This pattern puts Officer Pittelkau in the lower tier compared to peers—he dismisses cases less frequently than most officers statewide.

The vast majority of arrests this officer makes fall under "Other" charges, which account for 73 of his 79 total cases. Those charges have a 29 percent dismissal rate, meaning roughly three out of ten get dismissed. Your specific outcome depends heavily on the details of your case, the evidence involved, and how your charge breaks down within that broader category.

Based on 79 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Loudoun 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

Other Officers in Loudoun County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Loudoun General District Court 2,774 64.1%
N Gonzalez 2,405 19.4%
M Sarrichio 2,317 36.3%
B Plaugher 2,199 10.8%
R Dau 2,114 16.6%

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 Pittelkau have a 30.3% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 79 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 38% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
Detailed charge breakdown is available in the table above.
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. 79 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

30.3% of this officer's cases in Loudoun County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.