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Sgt M W Edwards — Bristol Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 652 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by Sgt M W Edwards? 21.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 95% of Sgt M W Edwards's 652 cases are Traffic Infraction — a single charge category, often involving automated enforcement (photo speed cameras, toll/HOV cameras) or administrative filings. The dismissal rate above reflects how that specific category is handled, not what typically happens with arrest-based charges. If you were arrested, look at the charge breakdown below for the most relevant comparison.

Sgt M W Edwards
Bristol
21.9%
Dismissed
77.8%
Convicted
652
Cases
23th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
652 cases · 2025
Based on 652 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If Sgt M W Edwards filed your case in Bristol, here's what the data shows: 21.9% of their 652 cases were dismissed, and 77.8% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Bristol average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 23% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (622 cases, 21.2% 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 652 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Bristol 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 622 21.2%
Other 19 21.4%
Driving Suspended Guide 11 57.1%

Other Officers in Bristol

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Officer D Clayman 498 21.3%
Trooper R L Stiltner 456 24.9%
Officer T Gillespie 426 29.0%
Officer A Loureiro 394 36.7%
Officer J Tester 349 35.8%

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 M W Edwards have a 21.9% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 652 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 23% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Sgt M W Edwards include Traffic Infraction (622 cases), Other (19 cases), Driving Suspended (11 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 11 Driving Suspended cases involving Sgt M W Edwards in Bristol, 57.1% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Bristol.
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. 652 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

What's Next

21.9% of this officer's cases in Bristol are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.

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