Charged after an arrest by Shackelford? 11.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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Shackelford
Westmoreland County
11.9%
Dismissed
88.1%
Convicted
462
Cases
8th
Percentile
Top charge: DUI / DWI
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
462 cases · 2023–2024

If Shackelford filed your case in Westmoreland County, here's what the data shows: 11.9% of their 462 cases were dismissed, and 88.1% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Westmoreland County average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 8% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is DUI / DWI (7 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 462 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Westmoreland 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
DUI / DWI Guide 7 0.0%

Other Officers in Westmoreland County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Mulvena 1,287 18.5%
Tate 602 29.7%
Gilkerson 521 20.5%
Southard 484 26.5%
Hays 449 15.2%

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 Shackelford have a 11.9% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 462 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 8% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Shackelford include DUI / DWI (7 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 7 DUI / DWI cases involving Shackelford in Westmoreland County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Westmoreland 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. 462 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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