Charged after an arrest by M D Tozzolo? 22.7% of their cases were dismissed.

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M D Tozzolo
Galax
22.7%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
76.0%
Convicted
92
Cases
25th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
92 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

See what happened in M D Tozzolo's cases for your specific charge.

If M D Tozzolo filed your case in Galax, here's what the data shows: 22.7% of their 92 cases were dismissed, and 76.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 25% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (47 cases, 14.3% dismissed), followed by Driving Suspended (12 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 92 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Galax 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 D Tozzolo resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalDrug Possession — 50.0% of 7 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

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

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 47 14.3%
Driving Suspended Guide 12 33.3%
Other 11 37.5%
Drug Possession Guide 7 50.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 5 0.0%

Other Officers in Galax

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
D D Alley 293 26.4%
A S Bedsaul 246 6.2%
S T Sizemore 242 24.9%
D W Rose 163 23.3%
N Senica 125 22.0%

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 Tozzolo have a 22.7% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 92 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 25% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M D Tozzolo include Traffic Infraction (47 cases), Driving Suspended (12 cases), Other (11 cases), Drug Possession (7 cases), Public Intoxication (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 12 Driving Suspended cases involving M D Tozzolo in Galax, 33.3% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Galax.
Based on 7 Drug Possession cases involving M D Tozzolo in Galax, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Galax.
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. 92 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

22.7% of this officer's cases in Galax are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.