Charged after an arrest by Michael Stogdale? 2.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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Michael Stogdale
Nelson County
2.5%
Dismissed
92.6%
Convicted
161
Cases
2th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
161 cases · 2025

If Michael Stogdale filed your case in Nelson County, here's what the data shows: 2.5% of their 161 cases were dismissed, and 92.6% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Nelson County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 2% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (89 cases, 2.7% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (56 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 161 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Nelson 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
Other 89 2.7%
Traffic Infraction 56 3.4%
Reckless Driving Guide 14 0.0%

Other Officers in Nelson County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Keith W Brown 849 10.8%
Bryan Brookins 454 3.8%
Eric Gibson 361 9.5%
Robert Richardson 340 6.5%
Hackenbracht 149 6.3%

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 Michael Stogdale have a 2.5% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 161 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 2% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Michael Stogdale include Other (89 cases), Traffic Infraction (56 cases), Reckless Driving (14 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 14 Reckless Driving cases involving Michael Stogdale in Nelson County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Nelson 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. 161 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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