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Sam Kanode

Martinsville · What happened in 101 cases involving this officer

Sam Kanode
Martinsville
38.4%
Dismissed
53.5%
Convicted
101
Cases
54th
Percentile
Top charge: Driving Suspended
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
101 cases · 2023–2024
Court Outcome Intelligence VirginiaCourtFile.com

Charged after an arrest by Sam Kanode? 38.4% of their cases were dismissed — above the Martinsville average.

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See what happened in Sam Kanode's cases for your specific charge.

Driving Suspended 28.6% dismissed

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If Sam Kanode filed your case in Martinsville, here's what the data shows: 38.4% of their 101 cases were dismissed, and 53.5% resulted in conviction. That's near the Martinsville average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 54% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Driving Suspended (9 cases, 28.6% dismissed). 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 101 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Martinsville 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
Driving Suspended Guide 9 28.6%

Other Officers in Martinsville

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Christopher Brian Bell 455 22.5%
Cody King 381 40.6%
Alfredo Huerta 372 40.3%
Martinsville General District 303 50.4%
Trish Elgin 249 48.4%

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 Sam Kanode have a 38.4% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 101 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 54% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Sam Kanode include Driving Suspended (9 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 9 Driving Suspended cases involving Sam Kanode in Martinsville, 28.6% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Martinsville.
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. 101 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

What's Next

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