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Charged after an arrest by Z Durham? 23.2% of their cases were dismissed.

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Z Durham
Botetourt County
23.2%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
76.8%
Convicted
341
Cases
26th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
341 cases · 2025

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If Z Durham filed your case in Botetourt County, here's what the data shows: 23.2% of their 341 cases were dismissed, and 76.8% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 26% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (200 cases, 20.5% dismissed), followed by Other (98 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 341 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

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving Z Durham resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalDriving Suspended — 16.7% of 14 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 3 charges by case volume · Botetourt County · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 200 20.5%
Other 98 26.5%
Driving Suspended Guide 14 16.7%
DUI / DWI Guide 9 14.3%
Public Intoxication Guide 5 0.0%

Other Officers in Botetourt County

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
D Franklin 2,114 17.3%
D Mount 932 21.1%
S Honaker 842 3.9%
K Mcloughlin 478 29.2%
M L Lynch 473 14.0%

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 Z Durham have a 23.2% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 341 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 26% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving Z Durham include Traffic Infraction (200 cases), Other (98 cases), Driving Suspended (14 cases), DUI / DWI (9 cases), Public Intoxication (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 14 Driving Suspended cases involving Z Durham in Botetourt County, 16.7% were dismissed. View full Driving Suspended outcomes for Botetourt County.
Based on 9 DUI / DWI cases involving Z Durham in Botetourt County, 14.3% were dismissed. View full DUI / DWI outcomes for Botetourt County.
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. 341 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

23.2% of this officer's cases in Botetourt County are dismissed. A defense attorney who knows this court can review your case — free, no obligation.