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Sgt M W Edwards

Bristol · What happened in 677 cases involving this officer

Sgt M W Edwards
Bristol
24.6%
Dismissed
73.4%
Convicted
677
Cases
26th
Percentile
Top charge: Driving Suspended
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
677 cases · 2023–2024
Court Outcome Intelligence VirginiaCourtFile.com

Charged after an arrest by Sgt M W Edwards? 24.6% of their cases were dismissed.

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What were you charged with?

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Driving Suspended 0.0% dismissed

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If Sgt M W Edwards filed your case in Bristol, here's what the data shows: 24.6% of their 677 cases were dismissed, and 73.4% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Bristol average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 26% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Driving Suspended (8 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 677 public court records, 2023–2024. 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: December 2024

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Driving Suspended Guide 8 0.0%

Other Officers in Bristol

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Officer A Loureiro 1,474 20.4%
Officer K Shadley 1,173 25.9%
Trooper R L Stiltner 765 16.6%
Officer J Tester 640 25.2%
Officer N Burton 620 24.1%

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 24.6% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 677 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 26% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Sgt M W Edwards include Driving Suspended (8 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 8 Driving Suspended cases involving Sgt M W Edwards in Bristol, 0.0% 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, 2023–2024. 677 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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