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Trish Elgin — Martinsville Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 99 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by Trish Elgin? 56.5% of their cases were dismissed — above the Martinsville average.

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Context for this record: 91% of Trish Elgin's 99 cases are Traffic Infraction — a single charge category, often involving automated enforcement (photo speed cameras, toll/HOV cameras) or administrative filings. The dismissal rate above reflects how that specific category is handled, not what typically happens with arrest-based charges. If you were arrested, look at the charge breakdown below for the most relevant comparison.

Trish Elgin
Martinsville
56.5%
Dismissed
43.5%
Convicted
99
Cases
83th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
99 cases · 2025
Based on 99 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If Trish Elgin filed your case in Martinsville, here's what the data shows: 56.5% of their 99 cases were dismissed, and 43.5% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is notably above the Martinsville average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 83% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (90 cases, 57.7% 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 99 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Martinsville 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 90 57.7%

Other Officers in Martinsville

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
Christopher Brian Bell 267 29.5%
Cody Blake Summers 183 26.3%
Justin Havens 176 29.3%
Christopher Astin 160 40.8%
Jessica Moran 155 28.5%

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 Trish Elgin have a 56.5% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 99 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 83% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Trish Elgin include Traffic Infraction (90 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. 99 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

What's Next

56.5% of this officer's cases in Martinsville are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.

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