Charged after an arrest by M J Gilcrest? 20.7% of their cases were dismissed.

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M J Gilcrest
Winchester
20.7%
Dismissed
78.7%
Convicted
236
Cases
21th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
236 cases · 2025

If M J Gilcrest filed your case in Winchester, here's what the data shows: 20.7% of their 236 cases were dismissed, and 78.7% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Winchester average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 21% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (85 cases, 11.9% 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 236 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Winchester 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
Traffic Infraction 85 11.9%
Other 61 23.9%
DUI / DWI Guide 18 6.2%
Larceny / Theft Guide 15 23.1%
Public Intoxication Guide 13 18.2%
Reckless Driving Guide 12 22.2%
Obstruction Guide 6 100.0%

Other Officers in Winchester

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J A Orndorff 368 23.1%
N P Handl 348 17.2%
N E Campbell 230 26.3%
M J Bielecki 173 7.4%
W T Diberardine 160 43.0%

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 Gilcrest have a 20.7% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 236 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 21% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M J Gilcrest include Traffic Infraction (85 cases), Other (61 cases), DUI / DWI (18 cases), Larceny / Theft (15 cases), Public Intoxication (13 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 18 DUI / DWI cases involving M J Gilcrest in Winchester, 6.2% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Winchester.
Based on 15 Larceny / Theft cases involving M J Gilcrest in Winchester, 23.1% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Winchester.
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. 236 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

20.7% of this officer's cases in Winchester are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.