W F Wetzelberger
Fairfax County · What happened in 142 cases involving this officer
Charged after an arrest by W F Wetzelberger? 42.3% of their cases were dismissed — above the Fairfax County average.
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You were arrested by Officer Wetzelberger in Fairfax County, and your case will move through Virginia's local district court system. The officer's overall dismissal rate is 42.3%, which is notably higher than the statewide average of 34.7%—meaning cases involving this officer are dismissed more often than typical. However, 57.7% of arrests do result in convictions, so the majority of cases do end with guilty findings. This pattern puts the officer in the 61st percentile for dismissals statewide, suggesting a middle-to-higher range of case outcomes that don't stick.
The specific charge matters significantly for your situation. If you're charged with trespassing, dismissals are common at 77.8%, but if you face public intoxication, dismissals drop dramatically to just 10.4%—far below the officer's average. The officer's largest category is "Other" charges (68 cases), which dismiss at 62.8%. Understanding where your charge falls in these patterns will help you grasp what typically happens when Officer Wetzelberger's arrests reach court.
Based on 142 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Fairfax County 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Public Intoxication Guide | 51 | 10.4% |
| Trespassing Guide | 10 | 77.8% |
Other Officers in Fairfax County
| Officer | Cases | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|
| B A Edwards | 8,729 | 41.5% |
| A W Depoto | 4,007 | 27.2% |
| C S Chessnoe | 2,792 | 41.9% |
| J Sledge | 2,462 | 22.1% |
| A Janeczko | 2,383 | 34.7% |
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.
Data source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024. 142 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com
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