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M J Betton

Chesterfield County · What happened in 75 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by M J Betton? 29.6% of their cases were dismissed.

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M J Betton
Chesterfield County
29.6%
Dismissed
70.4%
Convicted
75
Cases
36th
Percentile
Top charge: Reckless Driving
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
75 cases · 2023–2024
Based on 75 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If M J Betton filed your case in Chesterfield County, here's what the data shows: 29.6% of their 75 cases were dismissed, and 70.4% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Chesterfield County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 36% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Reckless Driving (6 cases, 50.0% 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 75 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Chesterfield County 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 6 50.0%

Other Officers in Chesterfield County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J E Ardis 2,592 18.5%
P M Bishop 2,553 16.3%
S Scott 1,925 17.8%
N A Cardona 1,693 23.8%
L C Curtis 1,323 21.1%

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 J Betton have a 29.6% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 75 cases from 2023-2024 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 J Betton include Reckless Driving (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 6 Reckless Driving cases involving M J Betton in Chesterfield County, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Chesterfield County.
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. 75 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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