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Charged after an arrest by M E; Dep Taylor? 18.4% of their cases were dismissed.

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M E; Dep Taylor
Charlotte County
18.4%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
81.6%
Convicted
183
Cases
18th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
183 cases · 2025

If M E; Dep Taylor filed your case in Charlotte County, here's what the data shows: 18.4% of their 183 cases were dismissed, and 81.6% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 18% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (135 cases, 10.6% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (41 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 183 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Charlotte 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 135 10.6%
Traffic Infraction 41 27.3%

Other Officers in Charlotte County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
A S; Sgt Earhart 748 4.4%
M T; Dep Dembowski 600 3.3%
T J; Sgt Hathaway 590 10.1%
J; Dep Newcomb 447 11.1%
J C; Capt Lipscomb 296 0.0%

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 E; Dep Taylor have a 18.4% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 183 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 18% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M E; Dep Taylor include Other (135 cases), Traffic Infraction (41 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. 183 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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