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Charged after an arrest by J W Braithwaite? 19.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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J W Braithwaite
Winchester
19.0%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
81.0%
Convicted
31
Cases
18th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
31 cases · 2025

If J W Braithwaite filed your case in Winchester, here's what the data shows: 19.0% of their 31 cases were dismissed, and 81.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 18% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (21 cases, 27.3% dismissed). 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 31 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Winchester 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
Traffic Infraction 21 27.3%

Other Officers in Winchester

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J A Orndorff 396 21.9%
N P Handl 378 17.8%
M J Gilcrest 254 21.7%
N E Campbell 246 29.9%
W T Diberardine 186 43.5%

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 W Braithwaite have a 19.0% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 31 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 18% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving J W Braithwaite include Traffic Infraction (21 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. 31 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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