Aggravated Harassment in Chemung County
57 cases · Chemung County Courts · DCJS Data
In Chemung County, aggravated harassment cases result in conviction nearly two-thirds of the time, a notably higher rate than the statewide average. The county's 62.7% conviction rate sits 8.9 percentage points above the state's 46.2% dismissal rate, suggesting prosecutors in this county pursue these charges more aggressively or that local circumstances lead to fewer dismissals. Over the past six years, dismissal rates have inched upward, though they remain below the statewide pattern. No defendants were acquitted in the 57 cases reviewed, indicating cases that reach trial tend to result in conviction.
The vast majority of defendants—84.2%—are released on their own recognizance before trial, with a median bail of $340 when bail is set. Nearly 70% of cases see the original charge reduced, predominantly to the lesser charge of harassment rather than conviction on the filed charge. When convictions do occur, fines dominate sentencing outcomes at 78.1%, with jail, probation, and time-served each accounting for roughly 3% of sentences. The combination of high pretrial release rates and frequent charge reductions indicates that despite high ultimate conviction rates, many cases do not proceed as originally charged.
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: 57 public court records, Chemung County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Aggravated Harassment outcomes in Chemung County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 9 | 44.4% | 55.6% |
| 2020 | 6 | 40.0% | 60.0% |
| 2021 | 6 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
| 2022 | 10 | 44.4% | 55.6% |
| 2023 | 13 | 18.2% | 81.8% |
| 2024 | 13 | 45.5% | 54.5% |
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 Chemung 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 Chemung County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Harassment convictions in Chemung County.
68.8% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Chemung 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 Chemung County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 36 | 26.5% | 73.5% |
| Black | 20 | 56.2% | 43.8% |
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. 57 cases analyzed for Aggravated Harassment in Chemung County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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