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Matthew Bennett — Rappahannock County Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 184 cases involving this officer

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Charged after an arrest by Matthew Bennett? 23.3% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 94% of Matthew Bennett's 184 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.

Matthew Bennett
Rappahannock County
23.3%
Dismissed
▼ vs 40.5% statewide
76.7%
Convicted
184
Cases
26th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
184 cases · 2025
Based on 184 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If Matthew Bennett filed your case in Rappahannock County, here's what the data shows: 23.3% of their 184 cases were dismissed, and 76.7% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 26% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (173 cases, 22.3% 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 184 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Rappahannock 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 173 22.3%

Other Officers in Rappahannock County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
S J Riddle 993 40.6%
E B Smith 686 31.9%
D C Brydge 255 20.2%
John Alishauskas 220 15.1%
Brian Fletcher 174 22.4%

Common Questions

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 Matthew Bennett have a 23.3% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 184 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 26% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Matthew Bennett include Traffic Infraction (173 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. 184 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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23.3% of this officer's cases in Rappahannock County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.

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