Aggravated Harassment in Jefferson County
66 cases · Jefferson County Courts · DCJS Data
In Jefferson County, aggravated harassment cases proceed to conviction far more often than the statewide norm. The county's 83.3% conviction rate stands sharply against a 16.7% dismissal rate—nearly 30 percentage points below the statewide dismissal average of 46.2%. No defendants have been acquitted. This suggests the county handles aggravated harassment charges aggressively, with most cases resolving through plea or verdict rather than dismissal. The upward trend in dismissals from 2019 to 2024 indicates the conviction advantage has slightly narrowed, though it remains substantial.
Charge reduction is the primary pathway in Jefferson County aggravated harassment cases. Eighty percent of defendants see their charge reduced, predominantly to simple harassment (69% of reductions) or disorderly conduct (26.2%). Most defendants receive pretrial release without bail—81.8% are released on their own recognizance. Among those convicted, sentences are typically lenient: nearly one-third receive only fines, while jail time occurs in only 7.3% of convictions. The median disposition takes 134.5 days from filing to resolution.
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: 66 public court records, Jefferson County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Aggravated Harassment outcomes in Jefferson County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 10 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2020 | 5 | 40.0% | 60.0% |
| 2021 | 18 | 11.1% | 88.9% |
| 2022 | 10 | 20.0% | 80.0% |
| 2023 | 12 | 25.0% | 75.0% |
| 2024 | 11 | 18.2% | 81.8% |
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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Harassment convictions in Jefferson County.
80.0% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Jefferson 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 Jefferson County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 56 | 17.9% | 82.1% |
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. 66 cases analyzed for Aggravated Harassment in Jefferson County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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