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Charged after an arrest by S T Sizemore? 24.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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S T Sizemore
Galax
24.9%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
74.6%
Convicted
242
Cases
28th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
242 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

See what happened in S T Sizemore's cases for your specific charge.

If S T Sizemore filed your case in Galax, here's what the data shows: 24.9% of their 242 cases were dismissed, and 74.6% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 28% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (169 cases, 24.0% dismissed), followed by Other (19 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 242 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Galax 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

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving S T Sizemore resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalDrug Possession — 50.0% of 11 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 5 charges by case volume · Galax · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 169 24.0%
Other 19 46.2%
Public Intoxication Guide 12 10.0%
Drug Possession Guide 11 50.0%
Larceny / Theft Guide 8 0.0%
Driving Suspended Guide 6 20.0%
Reckless Driving Guide 6 16.7%

Other Officers in Galax

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
D D Alley 293 26.4%
A S Bedsaul 246 6.2%
D W Rose 163 23.3%
N Senica 125 22.0%
T A Melton 124 40.5%

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 Sizemore have a 24.9% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 242 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 28% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving S T Sizemore include Traffic Infraction (169 cases), Other (19 cases), Public Intoxication (12 cases), Drug Possession (11 cases), Larceny / Theft (8 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 12 Public Intoxication cases involving S T Sizemore in Galax, 10.0% were dismissed. View full Public Intoxication outcomes for Galax.
Based on 11 Drug Possession cases involving S T Sizemore in Galax, 50.0% were dismissed. View full Drug Possession outcomes for Galax.
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. 242 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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