Charged after an arrest by M Carter? 27.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 84% of M Carter's 62 cases are Traffic Infraction — a single charge category, often involving automated enforcement (photo speed cameras, toll/HOV cameras) or administrative filings. The dismissal rate above reflects how that specific category is handled, not what typically happens with arrest-based charges. If you were arrested, look at the charge breakdown below for the most relevant comparison.

M Carter
Lancaster County
27.5%
Dismissed
70.6%
Convicted
62
Cases
34th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
62 cases · 2025

If M Carter filed your case in Lancaster County, here's what the data shows: 27.5% of their 62 cases were dismissed, and 70.6% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Lancaster County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 34% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (52 cases, 26.8% dismissed), followed by Other (5 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 62 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Lancaster 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

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 52 26.8%
Other 5 40.0%

Other Officers in Lancaster County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
B P Longest 447 30.0%
W George 419 23.6%
E Daw 230 45.3%
K S Hammell 213 45.8%
N M Sibley 133 42.7%

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 Carter have a 27.5% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 62 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 34% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M Carter include Traffic Infraction (52 cases), Other (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
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. 62 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

27.5% of this officer's cases in Lancaster County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.