Aggravated Harassment in Niagara County
212 cases · Niagara County Courts · DCJS Data
Aggravated harassment cases in Niagara County show a nearly even split between dismissals and convictions, with a dismissal rate of 47.9 percent that runs slightly higher than the statewide average of 46.2 percent. However, the trend is moving in the opposite direction: dismissals have declined substantially from 51.4 percent in 2019 to 25.7 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors are pursuing these cases more aggressively or that the cases being filed have grown stronger over time. With only 0.5 percent acquittals, jury trials are rare, and most cases are resolved through plea negotiations or judicial decisions.
Charge reductions dominate the outcomes in Niagara County, occurring in 84 percent of cases. The vast majority of reduced charges become simple harassment rather than remaining as aggravated harassment, indicating prosecutors frequently downgrade the severity. For those convicted of the original charge, sentences typically involve fines (17 percent) or jail time (9 percent), with smaller portions receiving probation or time served. Pretrial release is accessible: 78.1 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while bail is set at a median of $625 for the 11 percent held on bail conditions.
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: 212 public court records, Niagara County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Aggravated Harassment outcomes in Niagara County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 39 | 51.4% | 48.6% |
| 2020 | 28 | 60.9% | 39.1% |
| 2021 | 34 | 67.7% | 32.3% |
| 2022 | 29 | 44.4% | 55.6% |
| 2023 | 45 | 44.2% | 53.5% |
| 2024 | 37 | 25.7% | 74.3% |
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 Niagara 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
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Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Harassment convictions in Niagara County.
84.0% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Niagara 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 Niagara County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 124 | 36.7% | 62.4% |
| Black | 76 | 65.8% | 34.2% |
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. 212 cases analyzed for Aggravated Harassment in Niagara County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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