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S P Mahoney

Roanoke City · What happened in 197 cases involving this officer

S P Mahoney
Roanoke City
45.9%
Dismissed
49.7%
Convicted
197
Cases
68th
Percentile
Top charge: Larceny / Theft
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
197 cases · 2023–2024
Court Outcome Intelligence VirginiaCourtFile.com

Charged after an arrest by S P Mahoney? 45.9% of their cases were dismissed — above the Roanoke City average.

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What were you charged with?

See what happened in S P Mahoney's cases for your specific charge.

Larceny / Theft 35.4% dismissed Public Intoxication 41.7% dismissed Obstruction 70.0% dismissed Drug Possession 33.3% dismissed Property Destruction 50.0% dismissed Reckless Driving 28.6% dismissed

Don't see your charge? Check your case

If you were arrested by Officer S P Mahoney in Roanoke City, you're facing better odds than most Virginia defendants. Mahoney's dismissal rate of 45.9% significantly exceeds the statewide average of 34.7%—putting him in the 67th percentile for dismissals among Virginia officers. This 11-point gap suggests cases brought by this officer are dismissed at notably higher rates, though he still secures convictions in about half his cases. Your case's outcome will depend heavily on what charge you're facing.

Your specific charge matters significantly. If you were arrested for obstruction, dismissal is likely—85.7% of those cases don't result in conviction. "Other" charges also see high dismissal rates at 50.7%. Larceny and theft cases are different: those dismiss only 35.4% of the time, below the statewide average. Public intoxication falls in the middle at 41.7%. Understanding where your charge falls in this breakdown gives you a realistic picture of what typically happens in Roanoke City courts with arrests made by this officer.

Based on 197 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Roanoke City District Court. Dismissal rate includes cases dropped by the court or prosecutor. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and trial verdicts. Last updated: December 2024

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Larceny / Theft Guide 57 35.4%
Public Intoxication Guide 14 41.7%
Obstruction Guide 10 70.0%
Drug Possession Guide 10 33.3%
Property Destruction 9 50.0%
Reckless Driving Guide 7 28.6%
Assault & Battery Guide 5 60.0%

Other Officers in Roanoke City

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
K R Wilkerson 2,373 18.6%
Court 1,521 55.2%
R B Shanks 1,211 22.6%
Tpr C Shively 1,111 20.2%
R E Sanders 764 20.3%

Common Questions

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 P Mahoney have a 45.9% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 197 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 68% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving S P Mahoney include Larceny / Theft (57 cases), Public Intoxication (14 cases), Obstruction (10 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 57 Larceny / Theft cases involving S P Mahoney in Roanoke City, 35.4% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Roanoke City.
Based on 14 Public Intoxication cases involving S P Mahoney in Roanoke City, 41.7% were dismissed. View full Public Intoxication outcomes for Roanoke 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, 2023–2024. 197 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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