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R A Black

Botetourt County · What happened in 82 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by R A Black? 23.2% of their cases were dismissed.

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R A Black
Botetourt County
23.2%
Dismissed
76.8%
Convicted
82
Cases
24th
Percentile
Top charge: Reckless Driving
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
82 cases · 2023–2024
Based on 82 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If R A Black filed your case in Botetourt County, here's what the data shows: 23.2% of their 82 cases were dismissed, and 76.8% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Botetourt County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 24% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Reckless Driving (6 cases, 25.0% 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 82 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Botetourt 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
Reckless Driving Guide 6 25.0%

Other Officers in Botetourt County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
S Honaker 3,139 15.5%
M L Lynch 2,595 29.4%
J E Perry 1,181 33.3%
L R Spencer 974 31.5%
M Hubbard 944 26.6%

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 R A Black have a 23.2% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 82 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 24% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving R A Black include Reckless Driving (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 6 Reckless Driving cases involving R A Black in Botetourt County, 25.0% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Botetourt 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. 82 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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