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Charged after an arrest by J R Ford? 24.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 87% of J R Ford's 1,527 cases are Traffic Infraction — a single charge category, often involving automated enforcement (photo speed cameras, toll/HOV cameras) or administrative filings. The dismissal rate above reflects how that specific category is handled, not what typically happens with arrest-based charges. If you were arrested, look at the charge breakdown below for the most relevant comparison.

J R Ford
Virginia Beach
24.9%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
74.2%
Convicted
1,527
Cases
28th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
1,527 cases · 2025

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If J R Ford filed your case in Virginia Beach, here's what the data shows: 24.9% of their 1,527 cases were dismissed, and 74.2% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 28% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (1,333 cases, 25.0% dismissed), followed by Other (128 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 1,527 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Virginia Beach 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

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving J R Ford resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalDriving Suspended — 23.8% of 28 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 3 charges by case volume · Virginia Beach · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 1,333 25.0%
Other 128 35.4%
Driving Suspended Guide 28 23.8%
Reckless Driving Guide 27 0.0%
Larceny / Theft Guide 10 10.0%

Other Officers in Virginia Beach

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
C Bryan 1,583 31.5%
B Fleurimond 1,398 29.5%
K D Jones 1,166 29.2%
J N Ford 1,165 26.7%
N W Johnson 1,067 25.6%

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 R Ford have a 24.9% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 1,527 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 28% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving J R Ford include Traffic Infraction (1,333 cases), Other (128 cases), Driving Suspended (28 cases), Reckless Driving (27 cases), Larceny / Theft (10 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 28 Driving Suspended cases involving J R Ford in Virginia Beach, 23.8% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Virginia Beach.
Based on 27 Reckless Driving cases involving J R Ford in Virginia Beach, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Virginia Beach.
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. 1,527 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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