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Sgt. Brooks

Smyth County · What happened in 420 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by Sgt. Brooks? 17.6% of their cases were dismissed.

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Sgt. Brooks
Smyth County
17.6%
Dismissed
82.4%
Convicted
420
Cases
14th
Percentile
Top charge: Reckless Driving
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
420 cases · 2023–2024
Based on 420 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If Sgt. Brooks filed your case in Smyth County, here's what the data shows: 17.6% of their 420 cases were dismissed, and 82.4% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Smyth County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 14% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Reckless Driving (24 cases, 0.0% 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 420 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Smyth 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
Reckless Driving Guide 24 0.0%

Other Officers in Smyth County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
C Combs 3,314 12.0%
R Fedorchuk 3,121 11.9%
D Hayden 2,137 16.4%
J. Davis 1,950 14.8%
S Brooks 1,607 13.8%

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 Sgt. Brooks have a 17.6% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 420 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 14% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Sgt. Brooks include Reckless Driving (24 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 24 Reckless Driving cases involving Sgt. Brooks in Smyth County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Smyth 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. 420 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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