S P Shook
Fairfax County · What happened in 390 cases involving this officer
Charged after an arrest by S P Shook? 41.0% of their cases were dismissed — above the Fairfax County average.
Ask a Fairfax County attorney — freeYou were arrested by Officer S P Shook in Prince William County. Here's what the numbers show: your case has a 37.9% chance of dismissal and a 59% chance of ending in conviction. Shook's dismissal rate runs slightly higher than the Virginia average of 34.7%, which means cases from this officer are dismissed somewhat more often than typical statewide. This puts Shook at the 53rd percentile among officers—right around the middle. That's good news relative to conviction likelihood, though nearly 6 in 10 cases still result in convictions.
The data available groups all of Shook's charges together as "Other," so specific dismissal rates by charge type aren't broken out here. This means we can't tell you whether your particular charge dismisses more or less frequently than his overall pattern. What we know is the broad outcome: more than one-third of his arrests get dismissed, but the majority lead to conviction. Your actual outcome will depend heavily on the specific charges, evidence, and details of your case.
Based on 390 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Fairfax County District Court. Dismissal rate includes cases dropped by the court or prosecutor. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and trial verdicts. Last updated: December 2024
Other Officers in Fairfax County
| Officer | Cases | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|
| B A Edwards | 8,729 | 41.5% |
| A W Depoto | 4,007 | 27.2% |
| C S Chessnoe | 2,792 | 41.9% |
| J Sledge | 2,462 | 22.1% |
| A Janeczko | 2,383 | 34.7% |
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.
Data source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024. 390 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com
What's Next
41.0% of this officer's cases in Fairfax County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.