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W R Cobler

Roanoke City · What happened in 231 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by W R Cobler? 29.5% of their cases were dismissed.

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W R Cobler
Roanoke City
29.5%
Dismissed
69.3%
Convicted
231
Cases
36th
Percentile
Top charge: Reckless Driving
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
231 cases · 2023–2024
Based on 231 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

What were you charged with?

See what happened in W R Cobler's cases for your specific charge.

Reckless Driving 44.4% dismissed Public Intoxication 23.1% dismissed Driving Suspended 50.0% dismissed Weapons Offense 71.4% dismissed Drug Possession 0.0% dismissed

Don't see your charge? Check your case

If W R Cobler filed your case in Roanoke City, here's what the data shows: 29.5% of their 231 cases were dismissed, and 69.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Roanoke City average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 36% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Reckless Driving (18 cases, 44.4% dismissed), followed by Public Intoxication (13 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 231 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Roanoke City 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
Reckless Driving Guide 18 44.4%
Public Intoxication Guide 13 23.1%
Driving Suspended Guide 10 50.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 8 71.4%
Drug Possession Guide 7 0.0%

Other Officers in Roanoke City

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
K R Wilkerson 2,373 18.6%
Court 1,521 55.2%
R B Shanks 1,211 22.6%
Tpr C Shively 1,111 20.2%
R E Sanders 764 20.3%

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 R Cobler have a 29.5% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 231 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 36% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving W R Cobler include Reckless Driving (18 cases), Public Intoxication (13 cases), Driving Suspended (10 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 18 Reckless Driving cases involving W R Cobler in Roanoke City, 44.4% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Roanoke City.
Based on 13 Public Intoxication cases involving W R Cobler in Roanoke City, 23.1% were dismissed. View full Public Intoxication outcomes for Roanoke City.
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, 2023–2024. 231 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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