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Charged after an arrest by Ruppert? 27.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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Ruppert
Nottoway County
27.9%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
68.8%
Convicted
203
Cases
35th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
203 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

See what happened in Ruppert's cases for your specific charge.

If Ruppert filed your case in Nottoway County, here's what the data shows: 27.9% of their 203 cases were dismissed, and 68.8% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 35% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (77 cases, 32.8% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (75 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 203 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Nottoway 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

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving Ruppert resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalWeapons Offense — 50.0% of 5 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 4 charges by case volume · Nottoway County · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Other 77 32.8%
Traffic Infraction 75 27.7%
Public Intoxication Guide 15 25.0%
Drug Possession Guide 12 0.0%
DUI / DWI Guide 10 0.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 5 50.0%

Other Officers in Nottoway County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Herlong 809 28.1%
Cavanna 443 30.6%
Baugus 268 37.2%
Dowdy 263 35.9%
Wallace 152 25.8%

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 Ruppert have a 27.9% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 203 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 35% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Ruppert include Other (77 cases), Traffic Infraction (75 cases), Public Intoxication (15 cases), Drug Possession (12 cases), DUI / DWI (10 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 15 Public Intoxication cases involving Ruppert in Nottoway County, 25.0% were dismissed. View full Public Intoxication outcomes for Nottoway County.
Based on 12 Drug Possession cases involving Ruppert in Nottoway County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Nottoway 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, 2025. 203 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

27.9% of this officer's cases in Nottoway County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.