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S T Downs

Fauquier County · What happened in 254 cases involving this officer

S T Downs
Fauquier County
32.2%
Dismissed
66.4%
Convicted
254
Cases
42th
Percentile
Top charge: DUI / DWI
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
254 cases · 2023–2024
Court Outcome Intelligence VirginiaCourtFile.com

Charged after an arrest by S T Downs? 32.2% of their cases were dismissed.

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DUI / DWI 0.0% dismissed Reckless Driving 50.0% dismissed

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You were arrested by Officer S T Downs in Fauquier County. Of the 254 cases he's filed, about one-third get dismissed and roughly two-thirds result in convictions. His dismissal rate of 32.2% is slightly below Virginia's statewide average of 34.7%, putting him in the lower-middle range among officers. This suggests his cases hold up reasonably well in court, though not exceptionally so compared to his peers.

The vast majority of Downs' arrests—231 cases—fall into a broad "Other" category with a 33.8% dismissal rate, fairly close to statewide norms. However, his DUI/DWI cases tell a different story: all 9 of them resulted in convictions, with zero dismissals. If you were charged with DUI or DWI, you're looking at a charge type where this officer has an unusually strong track record in court. For other charges, expect outcomes closer to Virginia's average.

Based on 254 public court records, 2023–2024. 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: December 2024

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
DUI / DWI Guide 9 0.0%
Reckless Driving Guide 5 50.0%

Other Officers in Fauquier County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J W Palmer 2,553 41.8%
M D Brill 1,905 19.5%
K C Daymude 1,819 15.5%
W M Frost 1,780 19.6%
D J Mabie 1,499 24.7%

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.

Cases involving S T Downs have a 32.2% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 254 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 42% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving S T Downs include DUI / DWI (9 cases), Reckless Driving (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 9 DUI / DWI cases involving S T Downs in Fauquier County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Fauquier County.
Based on 5 Reckless Driving cases involving S T Downs in Fauquier County, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Fauquier 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, 2023–2024. 254 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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