S A Atwell

You were arrested by Officer S A Atwell in Newport News, and your case is more likely to be dismissed than convicted. Atwell's cases have a 63.1% dismissal rate compared to Virginia's statewide average of 34.7%—meaning cases from this officer are dismissed at nearly twice the rate. This puts Atwell in the 85th percentile statewide for dismissals, suggesting either charges don't hold up in court or cases are dismissed on procedural or evidentiary grounds before trial. Your conviction risk is 35.1%, lower than you'd typically see across Virginia.

Your specific charge matters significantly. If you were charged with a weapons offense or assault and battery, Atwell's cases show 100% dismissal rates—every single one. Larceny or theft charges are dismissed about 50% of the time under this officer. The largest category, "Other" charges, dismiss at 68.2%. Where your charge falls in this breakdown will shape your realistic outcome more than the officer's overall pattern.