Charged after an arrest by Sgt Steven; Fcso Grantham? 9.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 97% of Sgt Steven; Fcso Grantham's 235 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 Steven; Fcso Grantham
Franklin County
9.0%
Dismissed
91.0%
Convicted
235
Cases
6th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
235 cases · 2025

If Sgt Steven; Fcso Grantham filed your case in Franklin County, here's what the data shows: 9.0% of their 235 cases were dismissed, and 91.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Franklin County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 6% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (228 cases, 8.0% dismissed), followed by Driving Suspended (5 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 235 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Franklin 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 228 8.0%
Driving Suspended Guide 5 20.0%

Other Officers in Franklin County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Tpr; Vsp Logan 714 30.6%
Chief; Bmpd Pruett 617 32.9%
Dep; Fcso Lester 443 48.1%
Dep; Fcso Fisher 389 19.9%
Inv; Fcso Wickline 370 28.2%

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 Steven; Fcso Grantham have a 9.0% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 235 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 6% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Sgt Steven; Fcso Grantham include Traffic Infraction (228 cases), Driving Suspended (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 5 Driving Suspended cases involving Sgt Steven; Fcso Grantham in Franklin County, 20.0% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Franklin 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, 2025. 235 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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