Charged after an arrest by T W Terpstra? 29.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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T W Terpstra
Lynchburg
29.5%
Dismissed
66.3%
Convicted
382
Cases
36th
Percentile
Top charge: Driving Suspended
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
382 cases · 2023–2024

If T W Terpstra filed your case in Lynchburg, here's what the data shows: 29.5% of their 382 cases were dismissed, and 66.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Lynchburg average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 36% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Driving Suspended (35 cases, 18.8% dismissed), followed by Public Intoxication (16 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 382 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Lynchburg 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
Driving Suspended Guide 35 18.8%
Public Intoxication Guide 16 14.3%
Obstruction Guide 10 60.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 8 50.0%
Drug Possession Guide 8 100.0%
Larceny / Theft Guide 5 100.0%

Other Officers in Lynchburg

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
M D Bauserman 2,051 20.5%
Lynchburg General District Ct 1,726 49.4%
J W Farrar 1,518 20.7%
G A Boras 723 32.8%
L A Skillman 704 39.8%

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 T W Terpstra have a 29.5% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 382 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 36% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving T W Terpstra include Driving Suspended (35 cases), Public Intoxication (16 cases), Obstruction (10 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 35 Driving Suspended cases involving T W Terpstra in Lynchburg, 18.8% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Lynchburg.
Based on 16 Public Intoxication cases involving T W Terpstra in Lynchburg, 14.3% were dismissed. View full Public Intoxication outcomes for Lynchburg.
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. 382 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

29.5% of this officer's cases in Lynchburg are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.