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W Richer — Botetourt County Officer Records (2025)

What happened in 209 cases involving this officer

Charged after an arrest by W Richer? 8.7% of their cases were dismissed.

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W Richer
Botetourt County
8.7%
Dismissed
91.3%
Convicted
209
Cases
6th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
Regional avg: 40.4% dismissed
209 cases · 2025
Based on 209 public court records VirginiaCourtFile.com

If W Richer filed your case in Botetourt County, here's what the data shows: 8.7% of their 209 cases were dismissed, and 91.3% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the Botetourt County average of 40.4%. Statewide, this is higher than 6% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (155 cases, 11.4% dismissed), followed by Other (51 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 209 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Botetourt 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 155 11.4%
Other 51 3.1%

Other Officers in Botetourt County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
D Franklin 1,754 18.4%
D Mount 893 20.5%
S Honaker 645 2.5%
M L Lynch 450 13.7%
K Mcloughlin 415 31.0%

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 Richer have a 8.7% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 40.4%, based on 209 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 6% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving W Richer include Traffic Infraction (155 cases), Other (51 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. 209 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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