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Charged after an arrest by M Baker? 33.1% of their cases were dismissed.

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M Baker
Arlington County
33.1%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
66.1%
Convicted
317
Cases
46th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
317 cases · 2025

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If M Baker filed your case in Arlington County, here's what the data shows: 33.1% of their 317 cases were dismissed, and 66.1% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 46% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (177 cases, 30.1% dismissed), followed by Other (105 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 317 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Arlington 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 M Baker resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalDriving Suspended — 70.0% of 10 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 3 charges by case volume · Arlington County · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 177 30.1%
Other 105 37.3%
DUI / DWI Guide 10 0.0%
Driving Suspended Guide 10 70.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 6 50.0%

Other Officers in Arlington County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J Trainer 983 20.1%
B Ciero 961 56.3%
G Seibert 857 35.5%
K Heath 772 34.6%
M Cymbalisty 757 30.6%

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 M Baker have a 33.1% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 317 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 46% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M Baker include Traffic Infraction (177 cases), Other (105 cases), DUI / DWI (10 cases), Driving Suspended (10 cases), Public Intoxication (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 10 DUI / DWI cases involving M Baker in Arlington County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Arlington County.
Based on 10 Driving Suspended cases involving M Baker in Arlington County, 70.0% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Arlington 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. 317 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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