Charged after an arrest by M Karpiak? 53.1% of their cases were dismissed — above the Arlington County average.

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M Karpiak
Arlington County
53.1%
Dismissed
45.3%
Convicted
101
Cases
80th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
101 cases · 2025

If M Karpiak filed your case in Arlington County, here's what the data shows: 53.1% of their 101 cases were dismissed, and 45.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the Arlington County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 80% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (43 cases, 51.7% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (35 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 101 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Arlington County 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 43 51.7%
Traffic Infraction 35 47.6%

Other Officers in Arlington County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J Trainer 913 19.6%
B Ciero 835 57.7%
G Seibert 770 35.4%
M Cymbalisty 711 32.3%
K Heath 709 34.1%

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 Karpiak have a 53.1% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 101 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 80% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M Karpiak include Other (43 cases), Traffic Infraction (35 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
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. 101 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

53.1% of this officer's cases in Arlington County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.