Charged after an arrest by W S Cline? 39.4% of their cases were dismissed — above the Staunton average.

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W S Cline
Staunton
39.4%
Dismissed
60.3%
Convicted
444
Cases
56th
Percentile
Top charge: Larceny / Theft
Regional avg: 34.7% dismissed
444 cases · 2023–2024

If W S Cline filed your case in Staunton, here's what the data shows: 39.4% of their 444 cases were dismissed, and 60.3% resulted in conviction. That's near the Staunton average of 34.7%. Statewide, this is higher than 56% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Larceny / Theft (24 cases, 42.9% dismissed), followed by Reckless Driving (17 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 444 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Staunton 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
Larceny / Theft Guide 24 42.9%
Reckless Driving Guide 17 61.5%
Public Intoxication Guide 13 20.0%
Trespassing Guide 12 36.4%
Fraud / Forgery Guide 7 14.3%
Driving Suspended Guide 6 0.0%
DUI / DWI Guide 6 0.0%

Other Officers in Staunton

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
C W Hoover 1,742 37.8%
Y S Kier 1,257 43.2%
Staunton General District 998 58.2%
A L Harris 655 46.5%
B A Locklair 589 46.5%

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 S Cline have a 39.4% dismissal rate, compared to the regional average of 34.7%, based on 444 cases from 2023-2024 public court records. This rate is higher than 56% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving W S Cline include Larceny / Theft (24 cases), Reckless Driving (17 cases), Public Intoxication (13 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 24 Larceny / Theft cases involving W S Cline in Staunton, 42.9% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Staunton.
Based on 17 Reckless Driving cases involving W S Cline in Staunton, 61.5% were dismissed. View full Reckless Driving outcomes for Staunton.
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. 444 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

39.4% of this officer's cases in Staunton are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.