How long does a Aggravated Harassment case take in Onondaga County?

The average case takes 8.4 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

How do outcomes vary by charge class for Aggravated Harassment in Onondaga County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Aggravated Harassment in Onondaga County, NY — 59.6% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Aggravated Harassment in Onondaga County?

The dismissal rate is 59.6%, based on 400 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Aggravated Harassment charges reduced in Onondaga County?

68.1% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Aggravated Harassment cases in Onondaga County are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the statewide average. Of 400 cases, 59.6% were dismissed compared to 46.2% statewide—a gap of 13.4 percentage points. The 40.4% conviction rate reflects this pattern. However, the trend is moving in the opposite direction: dismissal rates have declined from 52.6% in 2019 to 47.8% in 2024, suggesting prosecutors are securing more convictions over time. Cases take a median of 251 days to resolve.

The majority of defendants charged with Aggravated Harassment—56.8%—were released on their own recognizance before trial. When bail was set, the median amount was $1,000. Among the 272 cases where charges were reduced, nearly all moved to lower-level offenses: 75% became simple Harassment charges and 21.6% became Disorderly Conduct. When convictions occurred, most resulted in probation (5.1%), fines (5.1%), or time served (8.7%), with jail time rare at 2.2%.

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

59.6%

Dismissal Rate

40.4%

Conviction Rate

8.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

59.6%

40.4%

Dismissed 59.6% Convicted 40.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 400 public court records, Onondaga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Aggravated Harassment outcomes in Onondaga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	69	52.6%	47.4%
2020	66	66.1%	33.9%
2021	68	73.7%	26.3%
2022	60	67.3%	32.7%
2023	81	50.7%	49.3%
2024	56	47.8%	52.2%

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 Onondaga County are handled at arraignment.

56.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

16.3%

Bail Set

0.8%

Remanded

$1,000

Median Bail Amount

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

68.1% of Aggravated Harassment cases
in Onondaga County are reduced

Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.

Most common reductions

Aggravated Harassment Harassment

66 cases (72.5%)

Aggravated Harassment Disorderly Conduct

19 cases (20.9%)

Aggravated Harassment Other

3 cases (3.3%)

Aggravated Harassment Criminal Contempt

2 cases (2.2%)

Aggravated Harassment Escape / Bail Jumping

1 cases (1.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Harassment convictions in Onondaga County.

2.2%

Jail

5.1%

Probation

5.1%

Fine Only

8.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Aggravated Harassment in Onondaga County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	198	62.6%	37.4%
White	166	58.9%	41.1%
Hispanic	27	36.4%	63.6%

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.

Based on 400 cases in Onondaga County, 59.6% are dismissed, 40.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Aggravated Harassment in Onondaga County is 59.6%, based on 400 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Aggravated Harassment case in Onondaga County takes 8.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

56.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 16.3% have bail set, and 0.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Aggravated Harassment in Onondaga County is 40.4%, based on 400 cases from public court records. This includes both guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed New York attorney.

68.1% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Onondaga County has a 59.6% dismissal rate for Aggravated Harassment cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Aggravated Harassment overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Aggravated Harassment in Onondaga County, 2.2% receive a jail sentence, 5.1% receive probation. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 400 cases analyzed for Aggravated Harassment in Onondaga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com