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M Hardy — Newport News Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 157 cases involving this officer

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Charged after an arrest by M Hardy? 48.1% of their cases were dismissed — above the statewide average.

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M Hardy
Newport News
48.1%
Dismissed
▲ vs 40.5% statewide
51.9%
Convicted
157
Cases
75th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
157 cases · 2025
Based on 157 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

What were you charged with?

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

DUI / DWI 0.0% dismissed Driving Suspended 50.0% dismissed Obstruction 100.0% dismissed

If M Hardy filed your case in Newport News, here's what the data shows: 48.1% of their 157 cases were dismissed, and 51.9% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 75% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (64 cases, 44.6% dismissed), followed by Other (61 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 157 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Newport News 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 Hardy resolve, by charge

Obstruction 100.0% Driving Suspended 50.0% DUI / DWI 0.0%

Highest dismissalObstruction — 100.0% of 5 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

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

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 64 44.6%
Other 61 61.2%
DUI / DWI Guide 14 0.0%
Driving Suspended Guide 5 50.0%
Obstruction Guide 5 100.0%

Other Officers in Newport News

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
A Sutton 886 66.8%
B Guifarro 489 33.2%
B Pitts 463 32.4%
K Tully 434 37.2%
A Baker 356 1.3%

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 Hardy have a 48.1% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 157 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 75% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M Hardy include Traffic Infraction (64 cases), Other (61 cases), DUI / DWI (14 cases), Driving Suspended (5 cases), Obstruction (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 14 DUI / DWI cases involving M Hardy in Newport News, 0.0% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Newport News.
Based on 5 Driving Suspended cases involving M Hardy in Newport News, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Newport News.
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. 157 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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