Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Albany County
161 cases · Albany County Courts · DCJS Data
Aggravated Unlicensed Operation charges in Albany County result in conviction in nearly 95 percent of cases, slightly below the statewide dismissal average but in line with how this charge typically resolves. Over the past six years, dismissal rates have climbed from zero to 6.1 percent, suggesting modest but real shifts in how prosecutors or judges handle these cases. The 241-day median time to resolution is standard for misdemeanor-level offenses in the county.
Most defendants charged with this offense are released pretrial on their own recognizance—about 68 percent—while roughly 10 percent are remanded. When bail is set, the median amount is $2,500. Notably, over one-third of charges are reduced before conviction, with the vast majority becoming DWI or DUI charges instead. Among those convicted, fines are the most common sentence at 38 percent of cases, followed by probation at 35 percent. Jail time occurs in about 17 percent of convictions, while prison sentences are rare at 6.5 percent.
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: 161 public court records, Albany County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Aggravated Unlicensed Operation outcomes in Albany County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 32 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2020 | 24 | 4.5% | 95.5% |
| 2021 | 25 | 13.6% | 86.4% |
| 2022 | 16 | 7.1% | 92.9% |
| 2023 | 28 | 4.0% | 96.0% |
| 2024 | 35 | 6.1% | 93.9% |
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 Unlicensed Operation in Albany 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 Unlicensed Operation convictions in Albany County.
36.7% of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation cases in Albany 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 Unlicensed Operation in Albany County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 79 | 4.2% | 95.8% |
| White | 64 | 6.8% | 93.2% |
| Hispanic | 13 | 8.3% | 91.7% |
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. 161 cases analyzed for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Albany County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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