Aggravated Harassment in Rensselaer County
165 cases · Rensselaer County Courts · DCJS Data
Aggravated harassment cases in Rensselaer County are dismissed at a significantly higher rate than the statewide average—65.3 percent compared to 46.2 percent. Out of 165 cases, only 34.7 percent resulted in conviction and no acquittals were recorded. However, this favorable dismissal rate masks a troubling trend: dismissals have declined sharply from 78.1 percent in 2019 to 44.1 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors are building stronger cases or pursuing these charges more aggressively over time. The median time from filing to case resolution is 221 days.
Charge reduction is the norm in this county, occurring in 90 percent of cases. When reductions happen, aggravated harassment is downgraded to simple harassment in roughly two-thirds of instances, with disorderly conduct accounting for most of the remainder. Among defendants convicted, sentences lean heavily toward fines (28 percent) and jail or probation terms (6 percent each), though 10 percent received credit for time served. Pretrial release is accessible: 70.3 percent were released on recognizance, 9.1 percent had bail set with a median of $250, and no defendants were remanded.
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: 165 public court records, Rensselaer County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Aggravated Harassment outcomes in Rensselaer County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 33 | 78.1% | 21.9% |
| 2020 | 11 | 77.8% | 22.2% |
| 2021 | 29 | 69.6% | 30.4% |
| 2022 | 25 | 77.3% | 22.7% |
| 2023 | 29 | 58.3% | 41.7% |
| 2024 | 38 | 44.1% | 55.9% |
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 Rensselaer 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 Rensselaer County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Harassment convictions in Rensselaer County.
90.0% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Rensselaer 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 Rensselaer County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 80 | 60.0% | 40.0% |
| Black | 65 | 73.1% | 26.9% |
| Hispanic | 16 | 64.3% | 35.7% |
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. 165 cases analyzed for Aggravated Harassment in Rensselaer County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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