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M C Forbes

Alleghany County · What happened in 725 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by M C Forbes? 29.7% of their cases were dismissed.

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M C Forbes
Alleghany County
29.7%
Dismissed
70.3%
Convicted
725
Cases
37th
Percentile
Top charge: Reckless Driving
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
725 cases · 2023–2024
Based on 725 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If M C Forbes filed your case in Alleghany County, here's what the data shows: 29.7% of their 725 cases were dismissed, and 70.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Alleghany County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 37% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Reckless Driving (15 cases, 30.8% dismissed). 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 725 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Alleghany County 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
Reckless Driving Guide 15 30.8%

Other Officers in Alleghany County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J L Vinson 1,794 46.8%
B Hobbs 1,193 27.5%
E R Mann 1,000 35.8%
J R Wright 846 39.6%
J A Wade 694 28.6%

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 C Forbes have a 29.7% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 725 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 37% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M C Forbes include Reckless Driving (15 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 15 Reckless Driving cases involving M C Forbes in Alleghany County, 30.8% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Alleghany 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, 2023–2024. 725 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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