Charged after an arrest by R E Soffel? 26.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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R E Soffel
Waynesboro
26.9%
Dismissed
73.1%
Convicted
41
Cases
33th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
41 cases · 2025

If R E Soffel filed your case in Waynesboro, here's what the data shows: 26.9% of their 41 cases were dismissed, and 73.1% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Waynesboro average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 33% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (11 cases, 12.5% dismissed), followed by Other (10 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 41 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Waynesboro 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 11 12.5%
Other 10 50.0%
Larceny / Theft Guide 5 25.0%

Other Officers in Waynesboro

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
R G Dean 239 22.8%
J W Hensell 205 25.8%
H A Cook 156 31.6%
S A Collins 127 33.3%
B P Mawyer 93 33.3%

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 E Soffel have a 26.9% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 41 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 33% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving R E Soffel include Traffic Infraction (11 cases), Other (10 cases), Larceny / Theft (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 5 Larceny / Theft cases involving R E Soffel in Waynesboro, 25.0% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Waynesboro.
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. 41 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

26.9% of this officer's cases in Waynesboro are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.