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Charged after an arrest by Morse M Npd? 66.0% of their cases were dismissed — above the statewide average.

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Morse M Npd
Norfolk
66.0%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
32.0%
Convicted
67
Cases
90th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
67 cases · 2025

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See what happened in Morse M Npd's cases for your specific charge.

If Morse M Npd filed your case in Norfolk, here's what the data shows: 66.0% of their 67 cases were dismissed, and 32.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 90% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (25 cases, 70.0% dismissed), followed by Weapons Offense (8 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 67 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Norfolk 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

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving Morse M Npd resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalWeapons Offense — 100.0% of 8 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 5 charges by case volume · Norfolk · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Other 25 70.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 8 100.0%
Obstruction Guide 6 50.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 6 40.0%
Trespassing Guide 6 40.0%
Drug Possession Guide 5 80.0%

Other Officers in Norfolk

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Ert 6,851 88.1%
Speeding Sz Photosafe 1,185 97.2%
R M Shepherd 988 17.9%
Red Light Vio Photosafe 936 98.8%
T R Welka 923 26.2%

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 Morse M Npd have a 66.0% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 67 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 90% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Morse M Npd include Other (25 cases), Weapons Offense (8 cases), Obstruction (6 cases), Public Intoxication (6 cases), Trespassing (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 8 Weapons Offense cases involving Morse M Npd in Norfolk, 100.0% were dismissed. View full Weapons Offense outcomes for Norfolk.
Based on 6 Obstruction cases involving Morse M Npd in Norfolk, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Obstruction outcomes for Norfolk.
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. 67 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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