Charged after an arrest by Smith? 23.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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Smith
Amelia County
23.5%
Dismissed
76.5%
Convicted
20
Cases
26th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
20 cases · 2025

If Smith filed your case in Amelia County, here's what the data shows: 23.5% of their 20 cases were dismissed, and 76.5% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Amelia County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 26% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Other (15 cases, 15.4% 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 20 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Amelia 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
Other 15 15.4%

Other Officers in Amelia County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Lashway 731 30.7%
M J Roberts 376 27.4%
Knepper 322 30.7%
Tisdale 315 34.5%
Dews 255 40.8%

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 Smith have a 23.5% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 20 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 26% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Smith include Other (15 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. 20 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

23.5% of this officer's cases in Amelia County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.