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M Hardy
Newport News
55.2%
Dismissed
41.3%
Convicted
287
Cases
79th
Percentile
Top charge: DUI / DWI
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
287 cases · 2023–2024
Court Outcome Intelligence VirginiaCourtFile.com

Charged after an arrest by M Hardy? 55.2% of their cases were dismissed — above the Newport News average.

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What were you charged with?

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

DUI / DWI 12.0% dismissed Weapons Offense 76.5% dismissed Drug Possession 0.0% dismissed Larceny / Theft 88.9% dismissed Property Destruction 100.0% dismissed Driving Suspended 25.0% dismissed

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If M Hardy filed your case in Newport News, here's what the data shows: 55.2% of their 287 cases were dismissed, and 41.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the Newport News average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 79% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is DUI / DWI (29 cases, 12.0% dismissed), followed by Weapons Offense (20 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 287 public court records, 2023–2024. 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: December 2024

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
DUI / DWI Guide 29 12.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 20 76.5%
Drug Possession Guide 12 0.0%
Larceny / Theft Guide 9 88.9%
Property Destruction 8 100.0%
Driving Suspended Guide 8 25.0%
Assault & Battery Guide 7 25.0%

Other Officers in Newport News

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Commonwealth Of Virginia 3,881 56.9%
C Mazzucca 992 49.7%
H Enslen 803 43.8%
Starzewski; Trp 802 19.5%
H Blanchard 753 16.9%

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 55.2% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 287 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 79% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M Hardy include DUI / DWI (29 cases), Weapons Offense (20 cases), Drug Possession (12 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 29 DUI / DWI cases involving M Hardy in Newport News, 12.0% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Newport News.
Based on 20 Weapons Offense cases involving M Hardy in Newport News, 76.5% were dismissed. View full Weapons Offense 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, 2023–2024. 287 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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