Aggravated Harassment in Steuben County
37 cases · Steuben County Courts · DCJS Data
Aggravated harassment cases in Steuben County resolve with a 54.8% conviction rate, slightly below the statewide dismissal average of 46.2%, though Steuben's 45.2% dismissal rate tracks almost identically to the state's 46.2%. What stands out is the upward trajectory: dismissals climbed from 40% in 2023 to 55.6% in 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts are increasingly reluctant to sustain these charges through trial. With zero acquittals across 37 cases, virtually all non-dismissals result in conviction rather than jury or bench acquittals, indicating these cases rarely survive courtroom scrutiny once they proceed.
Defendants charged with aggravated harassment in Steuben County have a strong chance of avoiding pretrial detention—72.2% secured release on their own recognizance, with only 5.6% held on bail (median $300). More significantly, 58.8% of cases face charge reductions, predominantly to simple harassment (55.6% of reductions). Those convicted typically avoid incarceration: only 11.8% receive jail time, while 29.4% draw fines and 11.8% receive probation. This profile suggests the county treats aggravated harassment as a charge frequently reduced to lower-level offenses, with custodial
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: 37 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Aggravated Harassment outcomes in Steuben County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10 | 40.0% | 60.0% |
| 2024 | 13 | 55.6% | 44.4% |
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 Steuben 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 Steuben County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Harassment convictions in Steuben County.
58.8% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Steuben 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 Steuben County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 32 | 44.4% | 55.6% |
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.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 37 cases analyzed for Aggravated Harassment in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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