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Charged after an arrest by M Cohen? 22.3% of their cases were dismissed.

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M Cohen
Giles County
22.3%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
76.8%
Convicted
228
Cases
24th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
228 cases · 2025

If M Cohen filed your case in Giles County, here's what the data shows: 22.3% of their 228 cases were dismissed, and 76.8% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 24% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (168 cases, 15.3% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (47 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 228 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Giles 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
Other 168 15.3%
Traffic Infraction 47 36.7%

Other Officers in Giles County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Chris Reynolds 451 28.5%
J M Boone 248 41.1%
Rk Young 229 43.5%
Danny Ratcliffe 209 32.5%
Paul Vinson 204 36.2%

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 Cohen have a 22.3% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 228 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 24% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M Cohen include Other (168 cases), Traffic Infraction (47 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. 228 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

22.3% of this officer's cases in Giles County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.