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Charged after an arrest by K S Horner? 30.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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K S Horner
Roanoke City
30.5%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
69.5%
Convicted
130
Cases
40th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
130 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

See what happened in K S Horner's cases for your specific charge.

If K S Horner filed your case in Roanoke City, here's what the data shows: 30.5% of their 130 cases were dismissed, and 69.5% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 40% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (43 cases, 24.1% dismissed), followed by Other (27 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 130 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Roanoke City 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 K S Horner resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalDriving Suspended — 60.0% of 5 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 5 charges by case volume · Roanoke City · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 43 24.1%
Other 27 25.0%
Larceny / Theft Guide 21 37.5%
Reckless Driving Guide 11 18.2%
Driving Suspended Guide 5 60.0%
Drug Possession Guide 5 0.0%
Obstruction Guide 5 25.0%

Other Officers in Roanoke City

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
K R Wilkerson 1,559 20.3%
L R Spencer 667 11.8%
C Shively 549 18.6%
R Franklin 532 25.8%
R S Mason 459 12.1%

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 K S Horner have a 30.5% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 130 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 40% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving K S Horner include Traffic Infraction (43 cases), Other (27 cases), Larceny / Theft (21 cases), Reckless Driving (11 cases), Driving Suspended (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 21 Larceny / Theft cases involving K S Horner in Roanoke City, 37.5% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Roanoke City.
Based on 11 Reckless Driving cases involving K S Horner in Roanoke City, 18.2% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Roanoke City.
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. 130 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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