Charged after an arrest by S Sanchez? 28.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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S Sanchez
Amherst County
28.0%
Dismissed
68.0%
Convicted
43
Cases
36th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
43 cases · 2025

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If S Sanchez filed your case in Amherst County, here's what the data shows: 28.0% of their 43 cases were dismissed, and 68.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Amherst County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 36% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (9 cases, 40.0% dismissed), followed by Drug Possession (7 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 43 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Amherst 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 9 40.0%
Drug Possession Guide 7 0.0%
Obstruction Guide 5 33.3%
Public Intoxication Guide 5 0.0%

Other Officers in Amherst County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
David Wilson 2,214 3.4%
Nicholes Anthony Deal 623 12.4%
Matthew Minnick 229 10.2%
Dallas A Hill 224 2.7%
Tpr P M Bourque 218 3.3%

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 Sanchez have a 28.0% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 43 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 36% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving S Sanchez include Other (9 cases), Drug Possession (7 cases), Obstruction (5 cases), Public Intoxication (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 7 Drug Possession cases involving S Sanchez in Amherst County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Amherst County.
Based on 5 Obstruction cases involving S Sanchez in Amherst County, 33.3% were dismissed. View full Obstruction outcomes for Amherst 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. 43 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

28.0% of this officer's cases in Amherst County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.