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Matthew C Dodson — Rappahannock County Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 169 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by Matthew C Dodson? 27.7% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 90% of Matthew C Dodson's 169 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 C Dodson
Rappahannock County
27.7%
Dismissed
70.2%
Convicted
169
Cases
35th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
169 cases · 2025
Based on 169 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If Matthew C Dodson filed your case in Rappahannock County, here's what the data shows: 27.7% of their 169 cases were dismissed, and 70.2% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Rappahannock County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 35% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (153 cases, 26.5% dismissed), followed by Other (11 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 169 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 153 26.5%
Other 11 57.1%

Other Officers in Rappahannock County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
S J Riddle 880 39.3%
E B Smith 600 30.9%
D C Brydge 223 15.7%
John Alishauskas 205 15.7%
Matthew Bennett 173 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 C Dodson have a 27.7% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 169 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 35% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Matthew C Dodson include Traffic Infraction (153 cases), Other (11 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. 169 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

What's Next

27.7% 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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