Charged after an arrest by M S Dondero? 25.2% of their cases were dismissed.

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M S Dondero
Lynchburg
25.2%
Dismissed
73.5%
Convicted
334
Cases
30th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
334 cases · 2025

If M S Dondero filed your case in Lynchburg, here's what the data shows: 25.2% of their 334 cases were dismissed, and 73.5% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Lynchburg average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 30% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (208 cases, 23.0% dismissed), followed by Other (71 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 334 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Lynchburg 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 208 23.0%
Other 71 39.3%
DUI / DWI Guide 15 7.7%
Driving Suspended Guide 14 0.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 8 37.5%
Trespassing Guide 6 25.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 5 25.0%

Other Officers in Lynchburg

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
M D Bauserman 877 18.3%
Lynchburg General District Ct 806 47.3%
J W Farrar 581 17.4%
B A Orrock 321 26.4%
G A Boras 283 42.3%

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 S Dondero have a 25.2% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 334 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 30% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M S Dondero include Traffic Infraction (208 cases), Other (71 cases), DUI / DWI (15 cases), Driving Suspended (14 cases), Public Intoxication (8 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 15 DUI / DWI cases involving M S Dondero in Lynchburg, 7.7% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Lynchburg.
Based on 14 Driving Suspended cases involving M S Dondero in Lynchburg, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Lynchburg.
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. 334 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

25.2% of this officer's cases in Lynchburg are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.