Charged after an arrest by R Staten? 40.8% of their cases were dismissed — above the Bedford County average.

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Context for this record: 88% of R Staten's 83 cases are Traffic Infraction — a single charge category, often involving automated enforcement (photo speed cameras, toll/HOV cameras) or administrative filings. The dismissal rate above reflects how that specific category is handled, not what typically happens with arrest-based charges. If you were arrested, look at the charge breakdown below for the most relevant comparison.

R Staten
Bedford County
40.8%
Dismissed
55.1%
Convicted
83
Cases
62th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
83 cases · 2025

If R Staten filed your case in Bedford County, here's what the data shows: 40.8% of their 83 cases were dismissed, and 55.1% resulted in conviction. That's near the Bedford County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 62% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (73 cases, 40.5% dismissed), followed by Other (6 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 83 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Bedford County 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 73 40.5%
Other 6 60.0%

Other Officers in Bedford County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
M Clark 502 20.6%
L Bell 317 20.8%
T Wertz 258 34.4%
O Castaneda 250 22.3%
J Goering 244 41.8%

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 Staten have a 40.8% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 83 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 62% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving R Staten include Traffic Infraction (73 cases), Other (6 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
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. 83 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

40.8% of this officer's cases in Bedford County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.