Charged after an arrest by M Gruber? 28.6% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 81% of M Gruber's 64 cases are Other — a single charge category, often involving automated enforcement (photo speed cameras, toll/HOV cameras) or administrative filings. The dismissal rate above reflects how that specific category is handled, not what typically happens with arrest-based charges. If you were arrested, look at the charge breakdown below for the most relevant comparison.

M Gruber
Norfolk
28.6%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
69.6%
Convicted
64
Cases
36th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
64 cases · 2025

If M Gruber filed your case in Norfolk, here's what the data shows: 28.6% of their 64 cases were dismissed, and 69.6% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 36% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (52 cases, 26.1% dismissed), followed by Failure to Appear (6 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 64 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Norfolk 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 52 26.1%
Failure to Appear 6 66.7%
Traffic Infraction 6 0.0%

Other Officers in Norfolk

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Ert 6,851 88.1%
Speeding Sz Photosafe 1,185 97.2%
R M Shepherd 988 17.9%
Red Light Vio Photosafe 936 98.8%
T R Welka 923 26.2%

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 Gruber have a 28.6% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 64 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 36% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M Gruber include Other (52 cases), Failure to Appear (6 cases), Traffic Infraction (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 6 Failure to Appear cases involving M Gruber in Norfolk, 66.7% were dismissed. View full Failure to Appear outcomes for Norfolk.
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. 64 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

28.6% of this officer's cases in Norfolk are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.