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Officer Dawson

Halifax County · What happened in 167 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by Officer Dawson? 30.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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Officer Dawson
Halifax County
30.5%
Dismissed
68.6%
Convicted
167
Cases
38th
Percentile
Top charge: Larceny / Theft
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
167 cases · 2023–2024
Based on 167 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If Officer Dawson filed your case in Halifax County, here's what the data shows: 30.5% of their 167 cases were dismissed, and 68.6% resulted in conviction. That's near the Halifax County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 38% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Larceny / Theft (17 cases, 61.5% dismissed). 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 167 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Halifax County 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
Larceny / Theft Guide 17 61.5%

Other Officers in Halifax County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Trooper R L Compton 1,263 9.7%
Trooper S T Comer 1,166 15.6%
Officer S Dyer 748 9.0%
Officer J S Eanes 718 10.0%
Trooper J Throckmorton 684 9.8%

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.

Cases involving Officer Dawson have a 30.5% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 167 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 38% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Officer Dawson include Larceny / Theft (17 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 17 Larceny / Theft cases involving Officer Dawson in Halifax County, 61.5% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Halifax County.
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. 167 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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