W Rutz
Alexandria · What happened in 78 cases involving this officer
Charged after an arrest by W Rutz? 80.0% of their cases were dismissed — above the Alexandria average.
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You were arrested by W Rutz in Alexandria, and the data shows an unusually high dismissal rate in his cases. Across 78 arrests, 80% were dismissed—nearly 2.5 times the Virginia statewide average of 35%. This places Rutz in the 94th percentile for dismissals among officers statewide. That gap suggests the cases he builds often don't hold up in court, whether due to procedural issues, weak evidence, or how charges are initially filed. For you specifically, this pattern indicates a strong likelihood that your case could be dismissed, though the outcome depends on your particular charge and circumstances.
Your specific charge matters significantly here. If you were charged under the broad "Other" category (56 cases, 90% dismissal), dismissal is highly probable. Weapons offenses show a 75% dismissal rate across 12 cases. Drug possession charges tell a different story—only 50% were dismissed out of 10 cases, suggesting those charges have slightly better survival rates in court. Where your charge falls in this breakdown will substantially affect the typical trajectory you should expect.
Based on 78 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Alexandria 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Weapons Offense Guide | 12 | 75.0% |
| Drug Possession Guide | 10 | 50.0% |
Other Officers in Alexandria
| Officer | Cases | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|
| H Trapero | 3,020 | 37.1% |
| Commonwealth | 2,612 | 61.1% |
| J Leach | 1,366 | 17.0% |
| J Young | 1,010 | 19.8% |
| G Paulino | 853 | 32.3% |
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.
Data source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024. 78 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com
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