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Charged after an arrest by S M Fowler? 71.4% of their cases were dismissed — above the statewide average.

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S M Fowler
Richmond City
71.4%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
28.6%
Convicted
29
Cases
92th
Percentile
Top charge: Larceny / Theft
29 cases · 2025

If S M Fowler filed your case in Richmond City, here's what the data shows: 71.4% of their 29 cases were dismissed, and 28.6% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 92% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Larceny / Theft (14 cases, 55.6% dismissed). 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 29 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Richmond City 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
Larceny / Theft Guide 14 55.6%

Other Officers in Richmond City

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
E Marshall 2,052 68.9%
E E Marshall 1,057 67.2%
S Hines 709 46.8%
R Jamison 698 50.8%
D Longoria 671 55.3%

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 M Fowler have a 71.4% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 29 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 92% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving S M Fowler include Larceny / Theft (14 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 14 Larceny / Theft cases involving S M Fowler in Richmond City, 55.6% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Richmond City.
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. 29 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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