Charged after an arrest by Sgt J Florence? 4.1% of their cases were dismissed.

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Sgt J Florence
Halifax County
4.1%
Dismissed
95.9%
Convicted
258
Cases
3th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
258 cases · 2025

If Sgt J Florence filed your case in Halifax County, here's what the data shows: 4.1% of their 258 cases were dismissed, and 95.9% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Halifax County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 3% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (170 cases, 1.8% dismissed), followed by Other (86 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 258 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Halifax 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
Traffic Infraction 170 1.8%
Other 86 6.7%

Other Officers in Halifax County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Officer S Dyer 464 12.6%
Trooper R L Compton 444 11.4%
Trooper C Fisher 433 15.6%
Trooper E Medley 338 13.5%
Officer G J Yancey 229 21.0%

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 J Florence have a 4.1% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 258 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 3% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Sgt J Florence include Traffic Infraction (170 cases), Other (86 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
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. 258 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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