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W; Lt Johnston — New Kent County Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 52 cases involving this officer

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Charged after an arrest by W; Lt Johnston? 22.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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Context for this record: 86% of W; Lt Johnston's 52 cases are Other — 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.

W; Lt Johnston
New Kent County
22.0%
Dismissed
▼ vs 40.5% statewide
78.0%
Convicted
52
Cases
23th
Percentile
Top charge: Other
52 cases · 2025
Based on 52 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If W; Lt Johnston filed your case in New Kent County, here's what the data shows: 22.0% of their 52 cases were dismissed, and 78.0% 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 Other (45 cases, 20.5% dismissed), followed by Traffic Infraction (7 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 52 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
Other 45 20.5%
Traffic Infraction 7 33.3%

Other Officers in New Kent County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J; Trpr Shaw 688 36.6%
J; Dep Deaton 623 20.9%
L; Trpr Dawson 548 17.9%
Blueline - Interstate 536 100.0%
B; Trpr Staib 474 27.4%

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 W; Lt Johnston have a 22.0% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 52 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 W; Lt Johnston include Other (45 cases), Traffic Infraction (7 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. 52 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

What's Next

22.0% 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.

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