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M E Thompson

Roanoke City · What happened in 268 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by M E Thompson? 9.1% of their cases were dismissed.

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M E Thompson
Roanoke City
9.1%
Dismissed
90.9%
Convicted
268
Cases
5th
Percentile
Top charge: Reckless Driving
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
268 cases · 2023–2024
Based on 268 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If M E Thompson filed your case in Roanoke City, here's what the data shows: 9.1% of their 268 cases were dismissed, and 90.9% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Roanoke City average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 5% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Reckless Driving (5 cases, 0.0% dismissed). 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 268 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Roanoke City 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
Reckless Driving Guide 5 0.0%

Other Officers in Roanoke City

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
K R Wilkerson 2,373 18.6%
Court 1,521 55.2%
R B Shanks 1,211 22.6%
Tpr C Shively 1,111 20.2%
R E Sanders 764 20.3%

Common Questions

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 Thompson have a 9.1% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 268 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 5% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M E Thompson include Reckless Driving (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 5 Reckless Driving cases involving M E Thompson in Roanoke City, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Roanoke City.
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. 268 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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