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Charged after an arrest by Joshua Robert Hipple? 22.3% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 96% of Joshua Robert Hipple's 1,118 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.

Joshua Robert Hipple
Northampton County
22.3%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
76.2%
Convicted
1,118
Cases
24th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
1,118 cases · 2025

If Joshua Robert Hipple filed your case in Northampton County, here's what the data shows: 22.3% of their 1,118 cases were dismissed, and 76.2% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 24% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (1,071 cases, 22.5% dismissed), followed by Other (39 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 1,118 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Northampton County 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 1,071 22.5%
Other 39 22.7%

Other Officers in Northampton County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
David Wayne Hall 3,105 23.1%
Anthony Owens 2,111 19.6%
Jerry K Brady 1,803 59.3%
Davonte J Cobb 1,668 18.0%
Justin R Smith 1,334 32.3%

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 Joshua Robert Hipple have a 22.3% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 1,118 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 24% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Joshua Robert Hipple include Traffic Infraction (1,071 cases), Other (39 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. 1,118 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

22.3% of this officer's cases in Northampton County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.