Charged after an arrest by Newman? 21.1% of their cases were dismissed.

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Newman
Lunenburg County
21.1%
Dismissed
78.9%
Convicted
127
Cases
22th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
127 cases · 2025

If Newman filed your case in Lunenburg County, here's what the data shows: 21.1% of their 127 cases were dismissed, and 78.9% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Lunenburg County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 22% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (99 cases, 17.1% dismissed), followed by Other (21 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 127 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Lunenburg 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 99 17.1%
Other 21 28.6%

Other Officers in Lunenburg County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Vaughan 279 15.7%
Phillips 176 13.7%
Winslow 145 27.3%
Reeves 135 13.9%
Mitchell 118 23.7%

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 Newman have a 21.1% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 127 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 22% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Newman include Traffic Infraction (99 cases), Other (21 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. 127 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

21.1% of this officer's cases in Lunenburg County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.