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Sheffield
Fredericksburg
30.1%
Dismissed
67.9%
Convicted
344
Cases
38th
Percentile
Top charge: Larceny / Theft
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
344 cases · 2023–2024
Court Outcome Intelligence VirginiaCourtFile.com

Charged after an arrest by Sheffield? 30.1% of their cases were dismissed.

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See what happened in Sheffield's cases for your specific charge.

Larceny / Theft 24.0% dismissed Public Intoxication 57.9% dismissed Drug Possession 9.1% dismissed Fraud / Forgery 100.0% dismissed Trespassing 0.0% dismissed Reckless Driving 0.0% dismissed

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If Sheffield filed your case in Fredericksburg, here's what the data shows: 30.1% of their 344 cases were dismissed, and 67.9% resulted in conviction. That's near the Fredericksburg average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 38% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Larceny / Theft (31 cases, 24.0% dismissed), followed by Public Intoxication (27 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 344 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Fredericksburg 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
Larceny / Theft Guide 31 24.0%
Public Intoxication Guide 27 57.9%
Drug Possession Guide 21 9.1%
Fraud / Forgery Guide 17 100.0%
Trespassing Guide 11 0.0%
Reckless Driving Guide 11 0.0%
Obstruction Guide 11 14.3%
Weapons Offense Guide 10 75.0%
DUI / DWI Guide 9 12.5%
Driving Suspended Guide 6 0.0%

Other Officers in Fredericksburg

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Watkins 1,323 31.4%
Funez 1,024 33.2%
Parker 1,023 28.4%
Commonwealth 920 46.4%
Baugher 856 20.7%

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 Sheffield have a 30.1% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 344 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 38% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Sheffield include Larceny / Theft (31 cases), Public Intoxication (27 cases), Drug Possession (21 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 31 Larceny / Theft cases involving Sheffield in Fredericksburg, 24.0% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Fredericksburg.
Based on 27 Public Intoxication cases involving Sheffield in Fredericksburg, 57.9% were dismissed. View full Public Intoxication outcomes for Fredericksburg.
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. 344 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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