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M A Ruiz

Roanoke City · What happened in 146 cases involving this officer

M A Ruiz
Roanoke City
51.6%
Dismissed
45.9%
Convicted
146
Cases
75th
Percentile
Top charge: Obstruction
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
146 cases · 2023–2024
Court Outcome Intelligence VirginiaCourtFile.com

Charged after an arrest by M A Ruiz? 51.6% of their cases were dismissed — above the Roanoke City average.

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What were you charged with?

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

Obstruction 50.0% dismissed Drug Possession 40.0% dismissed Trespassing 21.4% dismissed Public Intoxication 41.7% dismissed Reckless Driving 57.1% dismissed Weapons Offense 66.7% dismissed

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If M A Ruiz filed your case in Roanoke City, here's what the data shows: 51.6% of their 146 cases were dismissed, and 45.9% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the Roanoke City average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 75% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Obstruction (20 cases, 50.0% dismissed), followed by Drug Possession (15 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 146 public court records, 2023–2024. 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: December 2024

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Obstruction Guide 20 50.0%
Drug Possession Guide 15 40.0%
Trespassing Guide 14 21.4%
Public Intoxication Guide 14 41.7%
Reckless Driving Guide 7 57.1%
Weapons Offense Guide 6 66.7%

Other Officers in Roanoke City

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
K R Wilkerson 2,373 18.6%
Court 1,521 55.2%
R B Shanks 1,211 22.6%
Tpr C Shively 1,111 20.2%
R E Sanders 764 20.3%

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 Ruiz have a 51.6% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 146 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 75% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M A Ruiz include Obstruction (20 cases), Drug Possession (15 cases), Trespassing (14 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 20 Obstruction cases involving M A Ruiz in Roanoke City, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Obstruction outcomes for Roanoke City.
Based on 15 Drug Possession cases involving M A Ruiz in Roanoke City, 40.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession 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, 2023–2024. 146 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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