Charged after an arrest by M W Shum? 17.4% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 95% of M W Shum's 61 cases are Traffic Infraction — a single charge category, often involving automated enforcement (photo speed cameras, toll/HOV cameras) or administrative filings. The dismissal rate above reflects how that specific category is handled, not what typically happens with arrest-based charges. If you were arrested, look at the charge breakdown below for the most relevant comparison.

M W Shum
Orange County
17.4%
Dismissed
78.3%
Convicted
61
Cases
16th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
61 cases · 2025

If M W Shum filed your case in Orange County, here's what the data shows: 17.4% of their 61 cases were dismissed, and 78.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Orange County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 16% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (58 cases, 20.0% 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 61 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Orange 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
Traffic Infraction 58 20.0%

Other Officers in Orange County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
S Schirtzinger 770 12.6%
B G. Little 692 10.8%
C Padot 427 5.8%
A Branham 411 22.8%
A Rock 380 13.5%

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 W Shum have a 17.4% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 61 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 16% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving M W Shum include Traffic Infraction (58 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. 61 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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