Aggravated Harassment in Chautauqua County
278 cases · Chautauqua County Courts · DCJS Data
Aggravated Harassment cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction 56.8 percent of the time, slightly below the statewide conviction rate. The county's dismissal rate of 42.4 percent runs 3.8 percentage points lower than the state average, suggesting prosecutors maintain a somewhat stronger position here than elsewhere. Over the past six years, dismissals have declined from 57.6 percent to 44 percent, indicating a tightening case survival rate for defendants. No acquittals were recorded across 278 cases, meaning trials rarely occur and outcomes are determined through other dispositions.
Charge reduction proves the dominant pathway in Chautauqua County Aggravated Harassment cases, occurring in 83.1 percent of prosecuted matters. The overwhelming majority reduce to simple Harassment rather than proceed to trial, with smaller portions dropping to Disorderly Conduct or Criminal Contempt. Most defendants secure release before trial—68 percent on their own recognizance with no bail required. Among those convicted, jail and probation sentences split evenly at 7 percent each, while fines and time-served credits account for smaller portions. Cases typically resolve within 146 days.
Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Avg duration measures arraignment to final disposition. Data sourced from New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Last updated: March 2026
Case Outcomes
Source: 278 public court records, Chautauqua County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Aggravated Harassment outcomes in Chautauqua County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 37 | 57.6% | 42.4% |
| 2020 | 51 | 54.3% | 45.7% |
| 2021 | 54 | 34.1% | 63.6% |
| 2022 | 36 | 37.5% | 62.5% |
| 2023 | 47 | 28.9% | 68.9% |
| 2024 | 53 | 44.0% | 56.0% |
Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.
Pretrial Release
How defendants charged with Aggravated Harassment in Chautauqua County are handled at arraignment.
Pretrial release data reflects arraignment outcomes under New York's bail reform laws. ROR = Released on Own Recognizance. Bail Set = cash bail or bond required. Remanded = held without bail.
Charge Reductions
in Chautauqua County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Harassment convictions in Chautauqua County.
83.1% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Chautauqua County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.
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Case outcome rates by race for Aggravated Harassment in Chautauqua County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 205 | 41.3% | 58.2% |
| Hispanic | 37 | 42.4% | 54.5% |
| Black | 35 | 46.9% | 53.1% |
Disparities in case outcomes reflect well-documented systemic factors including policing patterns, socioeconomic inequality, and structural bias in the criminal justice system. These statistics should not be used to draw conclusions about any individual or group. Data sourced from DCJS Pretrial Release Data.
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your case.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 278 cases analyzed for Aggravated Harassment in Chautauqua County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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