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R Hearl

Smyth County · What happened in 669 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by R Hearl? 13.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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R Hearl
Smyth County
13.0%
Dismissed
86.4%
Convicted
669
Cases
9th
Percentile
Top charge: Reckless Driving
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
669 cases · 2023–2024
Based on 669 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If R Hearl filed your case in Smyth County, here's what the data shows: 13.0% of their 669 cases were dismissed, and 86.4% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Smyth County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 9% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Reckless Driving (38 cases, 19.4% 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 669 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Smyth 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 38 19.4%

Other Officers in Smyth County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
C Combs 3,314 12.0%
R Fedorchuk 3,121 11.9%
D Hayden 2,137 16.4%
J. Davis 1,950 14.8%
S Brooks 1,607 13.8%

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 R Hearl have a 13.0% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 669 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 9% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving R Hearl include Reckless Driving (38 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 38 Reckless Driving cases involving R Hearl in Smyth County, 19.4% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Smyth 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. 669 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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