Charged after an arrest by W; Dep Puffenbarger? 26.9% of their cases were dismissed.

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W; Dep Puffenbarger
New Kent County
26.9%
Dismissed
72.3%
Convicted
187
Cases
33th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
187 cases · 2025

If W; Dep Puffenbarger filed your case in New Kent County, here's what the data shows: 26.9% of their 187 cases were dismissed, and 72.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the New Kent County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 33% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (117 cases, 22.8% dismissed), followed by Other (49 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 187 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at New Kent 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 117 22.8%
Other 49 15.9%
Driving Suspended Guide 5 40.0%

Other Officers in New Kent County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J; Dep Deaton 543 20.6%
J; Trpr Shaw 522 36.6%
Blueline - Interstate 509 100.0%
L; Trpr Dawson 465 17.1%
B; Trpr Martin 404 30.5%

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 W; Dep Puffenbarger have a 26.9% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 187 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 33% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving W; Dep Puffenbarger include Traffic Infraction (117 cases), Other (49 cases), Driving Suspended (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 5 Driving Suspended cases involving W; Dep Puffenbarger in New Kent County, 40.0% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for New Kent 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. 187 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

26.9% of this officer's cases in New Kent County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.