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Matthew Melton — Pulaski County Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 24 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by Matthew Melton? 8.7% of their cases were dismissed.

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Matthew Melton
Pulaski County
8.7%
Dismissed
91.3%
Convicted
24
Cases
6th
Percentile
Top charge: Larceny / Theft
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
24 cases · 2025
Based on 24 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If Matthew Melton filed your case in Pulaski County, here's what the data shows: 8.7% of their 24 cases were dismissed, and 91.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Pulaski County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 6% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Larceny / Theft (21 cases, 10.0% 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 24 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Pulaski 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
Larceny / Theft Guide 21 10.0%

Other Officers in Pulaski County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
M R; Vsp Overholt 904 13.3%
M A; Vsp Dunford 620 6.9%
C C; Vsp Mcglothlin 559 8.5%
B L; Vsp Boyette 492 13.4%
S T; Vsp Golden 456 4.6%

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 Melton have a 8.7% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 24 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 6% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Matthew Melton include Larceny / Theft (21 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 21 Larceny / Theft cases involving Matthew Melton in Pulaski County, 10.0% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Pulaski 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. 24 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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