Charged after an arrest by Richard Gates? 13.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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Richard Gates
Amherst County
13.0%
Dismissed
87.0%
Convicted
115
Cases
9th
Percentile
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
115 cases · 2023–2024

If Richard Gates filed your case in Amherst County, here's what the data shows: 13.0% of their 115 cases were dismissed, and 87.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Amherst County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 9% of Virginia officers.

Based on 115 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Amherst 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

Other Officers in Amherst County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
David Wilson 2,962 3.6%
William Cheek 1,469 9.7%
P M Bourque 778 2.6%
M Blankenship 492 12.5%
Nicholes Anthony Deal 489 9.7%

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 Richard Gates have a 13.0% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 115 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.
Detailed charge breakdown is available in the table above.
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. 115 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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