Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Ulster County
167 cases · Ulster County Courts · DCJS Data
Aggravated Unlicensed Operation cases in Ulster County are resolved overwhelmingly in conviction, with a 97.4% conviction rate compared to a 2.6% dismissal rate. That dismissal rate sits 4.2 percentage points below the statewide average of 6.8%, suggesting Ulster County prosecutors pursue these charges aggressively and succeed in obtaining convictions at higher rates than the state norm. The trend data shows some movement toward slightly more dismissals since 2019, though the current rate remains low. Among 167 cases tracked, no defendants were acquitted, indicating few cases reach trial with a not-guilty verdict.
Most defendants charged with this offense are released before trial: 63.4% receive release on their own recognizance (ROR) without bail, while 19.1% are remanded and held without bail. When bail is set, the median amount is $750. Among those ultimately convicted, outcomes vary substantially—probation is the most common sentence at 42.7%, followed by jail at 31.3%. About 36% of charges are reduced, almost entirely to DWI/DUI charges (86.8% of reductions), suggesting prosecutors sometimes downgrade based on case specifics or plea negotiations. The typical case takes 289 days from charge to disposition.
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: 167 public court records, Ulster County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Aggravated Unlicensed Operation outcomes in Ulster County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 14 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2020 | 20 | 5.6% | 94.4% |
| 2021 | 15 | 8.3% | 91.7% |
| 2022 | 27 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 55 | 1.9% | 98.1% |
| 2024 | 34 | 3.2% | 96.8% |
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 Ulster 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 Ulster County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation convictions in Ulster County.
36.0% of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation cases in Ulster 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 Ulster County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 80 | 5.4% | 94.6% |
| Black | 53 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Hispanic | 28 | 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.
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. 167 cases analyzed for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in Ulster County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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