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Charged after an arrest by Vsp Gough? 21.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 85% of Vsp Gough's 518 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.

Vsp Gough
York County
21.9%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
78.1%
Convicted
518
Cases
23th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
518 cases · 2025

If Vsp Gough filed your case in York County, here's what the data shows: 21.9% of their 518 cases were dismissed, and 78.1% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 23% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (442 cases, 21.9% dismissed), followed by Other (56 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 518 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at York 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 442 21.9%
Other 56 30.2%
Reckless Driving Guide 19 0.0%

Other Officers in York County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J; Ycso Robinson 1,499 26.8%
K Vsp Lesage 1,106 29.5%
Vsp Lesage 1,054 31.1%
Ycso Scouten 841 32.7%
Vsp Tully 736 37.7%

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 Vsp Gough have a 21.9% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 518 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 23% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Vsp Gough include Traffic Infraction (442 cases), Other (56 cases), Reckless Driving (19 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 19 Reckless Driving cases involving Vsp Gough in York County, 0.0% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for York County.
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. 518 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

21.9% of this officer's cases in York County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.