Charged after an arrest by R O Phillips? 26.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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R O Phillips
Lynchburg
26.5%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
66.7%
Convicted
160
Cases
32th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
160 cases · 2025

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If R O Phillips filed your case in Lynchburg, here's what the data shows: 26.5% of their 160 cases were dismissed, and 66.7% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 32% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (99 cases, 22.5% dismissed), followed by Other (32 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 160 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Lynchburg 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 99 22.5%
Other 32 34.8%
Driving Suspended Guide 6 40.0%
Drug Possession Guide 6 0.0%

Other Officers in Lynchburg

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
M D Bauserman 906 18.3%
Lynchburg General District Ct 829 47.2%
J W Farrar 654 17.4%
B A Orrock 390 27.6%
M S Dondero 343 25.6%

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 O Phillips have a 26.5% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 160 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 32% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving R O Phillips include Traffic Infraction (99 cases), Other (32 cases), Driving Suspended (6 cases), Drug Possession (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 6 Driving Suspended cases involving R O Phillips in Lynchburg, 40.0% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Lynchburg.
Based on 6 Drug Possession cases involving R O Phillips in Lynchburg, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Lynchburg.
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. 160 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

26.5% of this officer's cases in Lynchburg are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.