Charged after an arrest by P Warthen? 32.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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P Warthen
Newport News
32.5%
Dismissed
65.0%
Convicted
66
Cases
45th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
66 cases · 2025

If P Warthen filed your case in Newport News, here's what the data shows: 32.5% of their 66 cases were dismissed, and 65.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Newport News average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 45% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (34 cases, 36.8% dismissed), followed by Other (28 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 66 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Newport News 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 34 36.8%
Other 28 33.3%

Other Officers in Newport News

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
A Sutton 884 65.6%
K Tully 418 36.3%
B Guifarro 388 32.8%
B Pitts 362 31.7%
A Baker 317 1.4%

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 Warthen have a 32.5% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 66 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 45% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving P Warthen include Traffic Infraction (34 cases), Other (28 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. 66 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

32.5% of this officer's cases in Newport News are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.