Charged after an arrest by Sullivan? 24.1% of their cases were dismissed.

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Sullivan
Sussex County
24.1%
Dismissed
75.9%
Convicted
1,237
Cases
27th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
1,237 cases · 2025

If Sullivan filed your case in Sussex County, here's what the data shows: 24.1% of their 1,237 cases were dismissed, and 75.9% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Sussex County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 27% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (718 cases, 17.0% dismissed), followed by Other (515 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 1,237 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Sussex 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 718 17.0%
Other 515 33.8%

Other Officers in Sussex County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Meredith 1,387 1.8%
Bryant 1,182 13.9%
Mitchell 1,086 12.5%
Bradner 824 12.6%
Baker 745 27.9%

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 Sullivan have a 24.1% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 1,237 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 27% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Sullivan include Traffic Infraction (718 cases), Other (515 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. 1,237 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

24.1% of this officer's cases in Sussex County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.