Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Monroe County
712 cases · Monroe County Courts · DCJS Data
In Monroe County, aggravated unlicensed operation charges result in conviction in 94.5% of cases—slightly higher than the statewide conviction rate of 93.2%, with dismissals occurring in just 5.2% of cases compared to a statewide average of 6.8%. This high conviction rate reflects how prosecutors and courts treat this offense as serious, with few cases being dropped entirely. The trend is favorable: dismissals have climbed from 1.2% in 2019 to 7.6% in 2024, suggesting the county's approach to these charges may be shifting.
Most defendants in Monroe County face pretrial release conditions, though outcomes vary significantly. One-third are released on their own recognizance with no bail requirement, while 20.4% are remanded into custody and 9% have bail set at a median of $1,000. Among those convicted, sentences emphasize financial penalties and probation over incarceration—30% receive fines, 26.1% get probation, and 22.5% receive jail time. Notably, 66.8% of charges are reduced, with nearly 95% of those reductions downgraded to DWI/DUI rather than dismissed outright, meaning most defendants ultimately face a different charge than originally filed.
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: 712 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Aggravated Unlicensed Operation outcomes in Monroe County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 264 | 1.2% | 98.8% |
| 2020 | 175 | 6.4% | 93.6% |
| 2021 | 72 | 11.8% | 86.8% |
| 2022 | 72 | 10.0% | 90.0% |
| 2023 | 54 | 3.8% | 96.2% |
| 2024 | 69 | 7.6% | 90.9% |
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 Monroe 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 Monroe County.
66.8% of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation cases in Monroe 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 Monroe County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 465 | 6.5% | 93.3% |
| White | 142 | 3.5% | 95.7% |
| Hispanic | 97 | 2.1% | 97.9% |
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. 712 cases analyzed for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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