M D Arthur
Amherst County
50.0%
Dismissed
50.0%
Convicted
43
Cases
73th
Percentile
Top charge: Larceny / Theft
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
43 cases · 2023–2024

Charged after an arrest by M D Arthur? 50.0% of their cases were dismissed — above the Amherst County average.

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If M D Arthur filed your case in Amherst County, here's what the data shows: 50.0% of their 43 cases were dismissed, and 50.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the Amherst County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 73% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Larceny / Theft (5 cases, 100.0% dismissed), followed by Drug Possession (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 43 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Amherst 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
Larceny / Theft Guide 5 100.0%
Drug Possession Guide 5 100.0%

Other Officers in Amherst County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
David Wilson 2,962 3.6%
William Cheek 1,469 9.7%
P M Bourque 778 2.6%
M Blankenship 492 12.5%
Nicholes Anthony Deal 489 9.7%

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 D Arthur have a 50.0% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 43 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 73% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M D Arthur include Larceny / Theft (5 cases), Drug Possession (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 5 Larceny / Theft cases involving M D Arthur in Amherst County, 100.0% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Amherst County.
Based on 5 Drug Possession cases involving M D Arthur in Amherst County, 100.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Amherst 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. 43 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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