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M A Gates — Lynchburg Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 216 cases involving this officer

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Charged after an arrest by M A Gates? 40.6% of their cases were dismissed — above the statewide average.

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M A Gates
Lynchburg
40.6%
Dismissed
● vs 40.5% statewide
58.2%
Convicted
216
Cases
62th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
216 cases · 2025
Based on 216 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

What were you charged with?

See what happened in M A Gates's cases for your specific charge.

Driving Suspended 9.1% dismissed Fraud / Forgery 100.0% dismissed Public Intoxication 36.4% dismissed Drug Possession 40.0% dismissed Disorderly Conduct 80.0% dismissed Assault & Battery 25.0% dismissed

If M A Gates filed your case in Lynchburg, here's what the data shows: 40.6% of their 216 cases were dismissed, and 58.2% resulted in conviction. That's near the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 62% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (52 cases, 24.4% dismissed), followed by Other (48 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 216 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Lynchburg 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 M A Gates resolve, by charge

Fraud / Forgery 100.0% Disorderly Conduct 80.0% Drug Possession 40.0% Public Intoxication 36.4% Weapons Offense 33.3% DUI / DWI 33.3% Assault & Battery 25.0% Driving Suspended 9.1%

Highest dismissalFraud / Forgery — 100.0% of 18 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 8 charges by case volume · Lynchburg · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 52 24.4%
Other 48 48.6%
Driving Suspended Guide 24 9.1%
Fraud / Forgery Guide 18 100.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 13 36.4%
Drug Possession Guide 11 40.0%
Disorderly Conduct 10 80.0%
Assault & Battery Guide 9 25.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 9 33.3%
DUI / DWI Guide 6 33.3%

Other Officers in Lynchburg

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
M D Bauserman 906 18.3%
Lynchburg General District Ct 829 47.2%
J W Farrar 654 17.4%
B A Orrock 390 27.6%
M S Dondero 343 25.6%

Common Questions

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 M A Gates have a 40.6% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 216 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 62% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M A Gates include Traffic Infraction (52 cases), Other (48 cases), Driving Suspended (24 cases), Fraud / Forgery (18 cases), Public Intoxication (13 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 24 Driving Suspended cases involving M A Gates in Lynchburg, 9.1% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Lynchburg.
Based on 18 Fraud / Forgery cases involving M A Gates in Lynchburg, 100.0% were dismissed. View full Fraud / Forgery outcomes for Lynchburg.
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. 216 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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