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Charged after an arrest by Sm Young? 30.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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Sm Young
Salem
30.0%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
70.0%
Convicted
26
Cases
39th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
26 cases · 2025

If Sm Young filed your case in Salem, here's what the data shows: 30.0% of their 26 cases were dismissed, and 70.0% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 39% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (23 cases, 27.8% 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 26 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Salem 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 23 27.8%

Other Officers in Salem

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Mj Duhon 835 47.5%
Cn Gardner 377 35.1%
Bj Whitfield 260 42.4%
Ar Warren 220 39.4%
Rj Mcgee 206 31.9%

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 Sm Young have a 30.0% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 26 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 39% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Sm Young include Traffic Infraction (23 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
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. 26 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

30.0% of this officer's cases in Salem are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.