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Charged after an arrest by S J Wines? 27.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 80% of S J Wines's 95 cases are Other — 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.

S J Wines
Fauquier County
27.0%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
73.0%
Convicted
95
Cases
33th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
95 cases · 2025

If S J Wines filed your case in Fauquier County, here's what the data shows: 27.0% of their 95 cases were dismissed, and 73.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 33% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (76 cases, 29.7% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (19 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 95 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Fauquier 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
Other 76 29.7%
Traffic Infraction 19 10.0%

Other Officers in Fauquier County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J W Palmer 1,949 52.2%
W M Frost 1,206 30.3%
S L Kerns 791 16.0%
J W Nagel 751 23.8%
C S Moline 710 27.8%

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 S J Wines have a 27.0% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 95 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 33% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving S J Wines include Other (76 cases), Traffic Infraction (19 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. 95 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

27.0% of this officer's cases in Fauquier County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.