Charged after an arrest by Sgt. Smith? 8.6% of their cases were dismissed.

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Sgt. Smith
Smyth County
8.6%
Dismissed
91.4%
Convicted
479
Cases
5th
Percentile
Top charge: Reckless Driving
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
479 cases · 2023–2024

If Sgt. Smith filed your case in Smyth County, here's what the data shows: 8.6% of their 479 cases were dismissed, and 91.4% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Smyth County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 5% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Reckless Driving (235 cases, 2.1% 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 479 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 235 2.1%

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%

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. Smith have a 8.6% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 479 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 5% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Sgt. Smith include Reckless Driving (235 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 235 Reckless Driving cases involving Sgt. Smith in Smyth County, 2.1% 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. 479 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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