Charged after an arrest by Officer D Widener? 32.3% of their cases were dismissed.

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Officer D Widener
Bristol
32.3%
Dismissed
67.1%
Convicted
563
Cases
42th
Percentile
Top charge: Public Intoxication
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
563 cases · 2023–2024

If Officer D Widener filed your case in Bristol, here's what the data shows: 32.3% of their 563 cases were dismissed, and 67.1% resulted in conviction. That's near the Bristol average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 42% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Public Intoxication (28 cases, 8.0% dismissed), followed by Trespassing (27 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 563 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Bristol 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
Public Intoxication Guide 28 8.0%
Trespassing Guide 27 22.7%
Drug Possession Guide 21 75.0%
Obstruction Guide 13 36.4%
DUI / DWI Guide 13 18.2%
Reckless Driving Guide 12 40.0%
Driving Suspended Guide 12 45.5%
Larceny / Theft Guide 7 33.3%
Property Destruction 6 33.3%

Other Officers in Bristol

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Officer A Loureiro 1,474 20.4%
Officer K Shadley 1,173 25.9%
Trooper R L Stiltner 765 16.6%
Sgt M W Edwards 677 24.6%
Officer J Tester 640 25.2%

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 Officer D Widener have a 32.3% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 563 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 42% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Officer D Widener include Public Intoxication (28 cases), Trespassing (27 cases), Drug Possession (21 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 28 Public Intoxication cases involving Officer D Widener in Bristol, 8.0% were dismissed. View full Public Intoxication outcomes for Bristol.
Based on 27 Trespassing cases involving Officer D Widener in Bristol, 22.7% were dismissed. View full Trespassing outcomes for Bristol.
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, 2023–2024. 563 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

32.3% of this officer's cases in Bristol are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.