Charged after an arrest by P J Hamlett? 47.8% of their cases were dismissed — above the Danville average.

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P J Hamlett
Danville
47.8%
Dismissed
39.1%
Convicted
68
Cases
74th
Percentile
Top charge: Drug Possession
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
68 cases · 2025

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If P J Hamlett filed your case in Danville, here's what the data shows: 47.8% of their 68 cases were dismissed, and 39.1% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the Danville average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 74% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Drug Possession (28 cases, 57.1% dismissed), followed by Other (12 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 68 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Danville 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
Drug Possession Guide 28 57.1%
Other 12 71.4%
Weapons Offense Guide 9 100.0%
Driving Suspended Guide 5 0.0%

Other Officers in Danville

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Jonathan A Wyatt 729 8.8%
Daniel J Brannock 556 3.1%
Douglas E Cassell 543 2.6%
Danville General District Ct 475 34.3%
Gabriel D Hagwood 332 1.5%

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 P J Hamlett have a 47.8% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 68 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 74% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving P J Hamlett include Drug Possession (28 cases), Other (12 cases), Weapons Offense (9 cases), Driving Suspended (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 28 Drug Possession cases involving P J Hamlett in Danville, 57.1% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Danville.
Based on 9 Weapons Offense cases involving P J Hamlett in Danville, 100.0% were dismissed. View full Weapons Offense outcomes for Danville.
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. 68 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

47.8% of this officer's cases in Danville are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.