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Charged after an arrest by Lashway? 30.6% of their cases were dismissed.

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Lashway
Amelia County
30.6%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
67.9%
Convicted
799
Cases
41th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
799 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

See what happened in Lashway's cases for your specific charge.

If Lashway filed your case in Amelia County, here's what the data shows: 30.6% of their 799 cases were dismissed, and 67.9% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 41% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (526 cases, 28.9% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (226 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 799 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Amelia 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

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving Lashway resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalObstruction — 60.0% of 6 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 5 charges by case volume · Amelia County · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Other 526 28.9%
Traffic Infraction 226 34.8%
DUI / DWI Guide 9 11.1%
Driving Suspended Guide 7 28.6%
Reckless Driving Guide 7 28.6%
Assault & Battery Guide 6 0.0%
Obstruction Guide 6 60.0%

Other Officers in Amelia County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
M J Roberts 376 27.4%
Knepper 353 30.6%
Tisdale 315 34.5%
Dews 255 40.7%
Sydnor 212 37.6%

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 Lashway have a 30.6% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 799 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 41% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Lashway include Other (526 cases), Traffic Infraction (226 cases), DUI / DWI (9 cases), Driving Suspended (7 cases), Reckless Driving (7 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 9 DUI / DWI cases involving Lashway in Amelia County, 11.1% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Amelia County.
Based on 7 Driving Suspended cases involving Lashway in Amelia County, 28.6% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Amelia County.
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. 799 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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