R J Finn
Chesterfield County · What happened in 174 cases involving this officer
Charged after an arrest by R J Finn? 75.0% of their cases were dismissed — above the Chesterfield County average.
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You were arrested by R J Finn in Chesterfield County, and the data shows an unusually high dismissal rate in his cases. Across 174 arrests, 75% were dismissed—more than double Virginia's statewide average of 35%. This puts Finn in the 92nd percentile for dismissal rates among officers, meaning very few officers have higher rates. This pattern suggests cases he files face significant legal obstacles at prosecution. You're statistically more likely to see your case dismissed than convicted, though the outcome depends on your specific charge and case details.
Your charge matters. If you were arrested for a weapons offense, every case Finn filed was dismissed. Drug possession cases show a 78% dismissal rate. Obstruction charges, his least common filing, dismissed 60% of the time. The largest group—"Other" charges comprising 108 cases—dismissed at 71%. Where your charge falls within these categories will shape what you're likely facing. The high dismissal rates across the board suggest patterns in how Finn's arrests are built or presented that prosecutors or courts find insufficient.
Based on 174 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Chesterfield 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession Guide | 40 | 78.3% |
| Weapons Offense Guide | 15 | 100.0% |
| Failure to Appear | 9 | 83.3% |
| Obstruction Guide | 7 | 66.7% |
Other Officers in Chesterfield County
| Officer | Cases | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|
| J E Ardis | 2,592 | 18.5% |
| P M Bishop | 2,553 | 16.3% |
| S Scott | 1,925 | 17.8% |
| N A Cardona | 1,693 | 23.8% |
| L C Curtis | 1,323 | 21.1% |
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.
Data source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024. 174 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com
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