Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Chautauqua County
77 cases · Chautauqua County Courts · DCJS Data
Aggravated Unlicensed Operation cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction 97% of the time, well above the statewide average. The 3% dismissal rate here runs substantially below the statewide average of 6.8%, meaning defendants face considerably lower odds of having charges dropped. However, the trend is moving in the opposite direction—dismissals have climbed from zero in 2019 to 12.5% by 2024, suggesting the county's approach to these cases may be shifting slightly in favor of defendants.
Most defendants charged with this offense secure pretrial release without bail, with 59.2% released on recognizance. When bail is set, the median amount is $5,000. The charge rarely sticks as originally filed: 80% of cases are reduced, and nearly 88% of those reductions are to DWI or DUI offenses. Among those ultimately convicted, sentences are typically light—60% receive fines, while jail time appears in only about 15% of convictions. Cases take roughly seven months from charge to resolution.
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: 77 public court records, Chautauqua County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Aggravated Unlicensed Operation outcomes in Chautauqua County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 17 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2020 | 11 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2021 | 9 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2022 | 10 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 18 | 5.9% | 94.1% |
| 2024 | 12 | 12.5% | 87.5% |
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 Chautauqua 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 Chautauqua County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation convictions in Chautauqua County.
80.0% of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation cases in Chautauqua 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 Chautauqua County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 41 | 2.9% | 97.1% |
| Black | 19 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Hispanic | 14 | 10.0% | 90.0% |
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. 77 cases analyzed for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Chautauqua County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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