Charged after an arrest by L Kieffer? 18.8% of their cases were dismissed.

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L Kieffer
Winchester
18.8%
Dismissed
79.7%
Convicted
98
Cases
16th
Percentile
Top charge: Larceny / Theft
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
98 cases · 2023–2024

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You were arrested by L Kieffer in Winchester, and the data shows you faced an officer whose cases move toward conviction more often than most. Kieffer's dismissal rate is 18.8%, well below Virginia's statewide average of 34.7%—meaning cases against you had a lower chance of being dropped compared to arrests made by typical officers across the state. With a conviction rate of 79.7%, most people arrested by Kieffer end up convicted. This doesn't guarantee your outcome, but it reflects the pattern in how her cases are resolved in Winchester's independent city court system.

Your specific charge matters. If you were arrested for larceny or theft, dismissals happen in about 18% of Kieffer's cases in that category. If your charge falls under "Other," dismissals occur in roughly 13.5% of cases. Public intoxication charges show a different pattern—50% dismissal rate—suggesting those cases face more scrutiny or evidence challenges. Where your charge lands in these categories will shape how typical or atypical your situation is compared to others arrested by this officer.

Based on 98 public court records, 2023–2024. 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: December 2024

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Larceny / Theft Guide 28 17.6%
Reckless Driving Guide 11 0.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 5 50.0%

Other Officers in Winchester

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Commonwealth Of Virginia 1,142 60.1%
N P Handl 983 23.3%
M J Gilcrest 712 32.9%
N E Campbell 511 27.8%
A M Warfield 507 25.0%

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 L Kieffer have a 18.8% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 98 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 16% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving L Kieffer include Larceny / Theft (28 cases), Reckless Driving (11 cases), Public Intoxication (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 28 Larceny / Theft cases involving L Kieffer in Winchester, 17.6% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Winchester.
Based on 11 Reckless Driving cases involving L Kieffer in Winchester, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Winchester.
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, 2023–2024. 98 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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