In Sullivan County, aggravated unlicensed operation charges have a starkly different outcome than the statewide pattern. All 23 defendants prosecuted for this charge over the study period were convicted, with zero dismissals—a rate 6.8 percentage points higher than the statewide dismissal rate of 6.8 percent. This suggests Sullivan County prosecutors pursue these cases aggressively and successfully. The median time from charge to disposition was 196 days, giving defendants roughly six months for their case to resolve.

When cases reach conviction, fines are the most common outcome at 39.1 percent of sentenced defendants, followed equally by jail and probation at 17.4 percent each. About one-third of aggravated unlicensed operation charges get reduced to DWI/DUI offenses, which typically carry different penalties. For pretrial release, one-third of defendants secured release on their own recognizance, while 16.7 percent were remanded and held without bail. This mix suggests courts view some defendants as lower risk while treating others more restrictively.

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

0.0%
Dismissal Rate
100.0%
Conviction Rate
6.5 months
Avg Duration
100.0%
Dismissed 0.0% Convicted 100.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 23 public court records, Sullivan County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

How Aggravated Unlicensed Operation outcomes in Sullivan County have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2021 5 0.0% 100.0%
2023 5 0.0% 100.0%
2024 6 0.0% 100.0%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

How defendants charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Sullivan County are handled at arraignment.

33.3%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
16.7%
Bail Set
16.7%
Remanded

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.

34.8% of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation cases
in Sullivan County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Aggravated Unlicensed Operation DWI / DUI
8 cases (100.0%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation convictions in Sullivan County.

17.4%
Jail
17.4%
Probation
13.0%
State Prison
39.1%
Fine Only
4.3%
Time Served

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Case outcome rates by race for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Sullivan County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
White 15 0.0% 100.0%

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.

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.

Based on 23 cases in Sullivan County, 0.0% are dismissed, 100.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.
The dismissal rate for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Sullivan County is 0.0%, based on 23 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Aggravated Unlicensed Operation case in Sullivan County takes 6.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
33.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 16.7% have bail set, and 16.7% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.
The conviction rate for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Sullivan County is 100.0%, based on 23 cases from public court records. This includes both guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed New York attorney.
34.8% of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to DWI / DUI.
Sullivan County has a 0.0% dismissal rate for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Aggravated Unlicensed Operation overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.
For those convicted of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Sullivan County, 17.4% receive a jail sentence, 17.4% receive probation, and 13.0% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 23 cases analyzed for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Sullivan County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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