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Charged after an arrest by N; Dep Fincham? 40.4% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 81% of N; Dep Fincham's 79 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.

N; Dep Fincham
Madison County
40.4%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
59.6%
Convicted
79
Cases
61th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
79 cases · 2025

If N; Dep Fincham filed your case in Madison County, here's what the data shows: 40.4% of their 79 cases were dismissed, and 59.6% resulted in conviction. That's near the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 61% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (64 cases, 41.7% dismissed), followed by Other (10 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 79 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Madison 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 64 41.7%
Other 10 42.9%

Other Officers in Madison County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Shelton; Tpr 459 20.5%
B W; Tpr Coleman 274 29.7%
Kitts; Dep 256 23.7%
Fincham; Dep 186 14.7%
B; Dep Fincham 153 13.1%

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 N; Dep Fincham have a 40.4% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 79 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 61% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving N; Dep Fincham include Traffic Infraction (64 cases), Other (10 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. 79 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

40.4% of this officer's cases in Madison County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.