Nathan James Cathcart
Martinsville · What happened in 70 cases involving this officer
Charged after an arrest by Nathan James Cathcart? 38.2% of their cases were dismissed — above the Martinsville average.
Ask a Martinsville attorney — freeYou were arrested by Officer Nathan James Cathcart in Martinsville, an independent city that handles its own prosecutions separately from surrounding counties. Your case faces a dismissal rate of 38.2 percent, which is slightly higher than Virginia's statewide average of 34.7 percent. This means Officer Cathcart's cases are dismissed at a modest advantage compared to other officers statewide, though convictions still occur in about six out of ten cases. The data suggests his arrests hold up in court reasonably well, with outcomes falling near the middle range for Virginia officers.
The majority of Officer Cathcart's arrests fall under "Other" charges, which account for 65 of his 70 cases with a 40 percent dismissal rate. The remaining five arrests involved Driving Suspended charges, which show a lower dismissal rate of 20 percent. Where your charge falls within these categories will significantly affect your likelihood of dismissal. If your charge is among the "Other" category, you face slightly better odds of dismissal. If you were arrested for Driving Suspended, dismissals are much less common.
Based on 70 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Martinsville District Court. Dismissal rate includes cases dropped by the court or prosecutor. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and trial verdicts. Last updated: December 2024
Cases by Charge Type
| Charge | Cases | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Driving Suspended Guide | 5 | 20.0% |
Other Officers in Martinsville
| Officer | Cases | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Brian Bell | 455 | 22.5% |
| Cody King | 381 | 40.6% |
| Alfredo Huerta | 372 | 40.3% |
| Martinsville General District | 303 | 50.4% |
| Trish Elgin | 249 | 48.4% |
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.
Data source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024. 70 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com
What's Next
38.2% of this officer's cases in Martinsville are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.