Charged after an arrest by S A; Dep Smith? 30.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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S A; Dep Smith
New Kent County
30.0%
Dismissed
68.3%
Convicted
83
Cases
40th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
83 cases · 2025

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If S A; Dep Smith filed your case in New Kent County, here's what the data shows: 30.0% of their 83 cases were dismissed, and 68.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the New Kent County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 40% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (45 cases, 25.8% dismissed), followed by Other (15 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 New Kent 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 45 25.8%
Other 15 16.7%
DUI / DWI Guide 5 20.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 5 50.0%

Other Officers in New Kent County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J; Dep Deaton 543 20.6%
J; Trpr Shaw 522 36.6%
Blueline - Interstate 509 100.0%
L; Trpr Dawson 465 17.1%
B; Trpr Martin 404 30.5%

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 S A; Dep Smith have a 30.0% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 83 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 40% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving S A; Dep Smith include Traffic Infraction (45 cases), Other (15 cases), DUI / DWI (5 cases), Weapons Offense (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 5 DUI / DWI cases involving S A; Dep Smith in New Kent County, 20.0% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for New Kent County.
Based on 5 Weapons Offense cases involving S A; Dep Smith in New Kent County, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Weapons Offense outcomes for New Kent 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. 83 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

30.0% of this officer's cases in New Kent County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.