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J R Cornelius — Lynchburg Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 112 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by J R Cornelius? 30.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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J R Cornelius
Lynchburg
30.9%
Dismissed
67.6%
Convicted
112
Cases
42th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
112 cases · 2025
Based on 112 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

What were you charged with?

See what happened in J R Cornelius's cases for your specific charge.

Drug Possession 16.7% dismissed Public Intoxication 27.3% dismissed Disorderly Conduct 40.0% dismissed Assault & Battery 66.7% dismissed Trespassing 0.0% dismissed

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If J R Cornelius filed your case in Lynchburg, here's what the data shows: 30.9% of their 112 cases were dismissed, and 67.6% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Lynchburg average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 42% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (42 cases, 36.4% dismissed), followed by Drug Possession (14 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 112 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Lynchburg 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 42 36.4%
Drug Possession Guide 14 16.7%
Public Intoxication Guide 13 27.3%
Disorderly Conduct 7 40.0%
Traffic Infraction 7 0.0%
Assault & Battery Guide 6 66.7%
Trespassing Guide 6 0.0%

Other Officers in Lynchburg

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
M D Bauserman 877 18.3%
Lynchburg General District Ct 806 47.3%
J W Farrar 581 17.4%
M S Dondero 334 25.2%
B A Orrock 321 26.4%

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 R Cornelius have a 30.9% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 112 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 42% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving J R Cornelius include Other (42 cases), Drug Possession (14 cases), Public Intoxication (13 cases), Disorderly Conduct (7 cases), Traffic Infraction (7 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 14 Drug Possession cases involving J R Cornelius in Lynchburg, 16.7% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Lynchburg.
Based on 13 Public Intoxication cases involving J R Cornelius in Lynchburg, 27.3% were dismissed. View full Public Intoxication outcomes for Lynchburg.
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. 112 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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