Charged after an arrest by M P Sawyer? 22.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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M P Sawyer
Henrico County
22.9%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
76.3%
Convicted
1,577
Cases
25th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
1,577 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

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

If M P Sawyer filed your case in Henrico County, here's what the data shows: 22.9% of their 1,577 cases were dismissed, and 76.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 25% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (932 cases, 15.6% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (561 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 1,577 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Henrico 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

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving M P Sawyer resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalReckless Driving — 73.3% of 15 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 6 charges by case volume · Henrico County · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Other 932 15.6%
Traffic Infraction 561 32.4%
Larceny / Theft Guide 18 36.4%
Reckless Driving Guide 15 73.3%
Driving Suspended Guide 14 7.1%
DUI / DWI Guide 10 0.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 8 28.6%
Drug Possession Guide 7 0.0%

Other Officers in Henrico County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
L C Jones 1,325 26.7%
T W Holmes 1,324 40.0%
T L Kennedy 1,061 21.6%
H E Mitchell 1,055 21.6%
M K Lantz 960 13.0%

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 P Sawyer have a 22.9% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 1,577 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 25% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M P Sawyer include Other (932 cases), Traffic Infraction (561 cases), Larceny / Theft (18 cases), Reckless Driving (15 cases), Driving Suspended (14 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 18 Larceny / Theft cases involving M P Sawyer in Henrico County, 36.4% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Henrico County.
Based on 15 Reckless Driving cases involving M P Sawyer in Henrico County, 73.3% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Henrico 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, 2025. 1,577 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

22.9% of this officer's cases in Henrico County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.