What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Cayuga County?

The dismissal rate is 7.3%, based on 198 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Assault case take in Cayuga County?

The average case takes 5.2 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

How do outcomes vary by charge class for Assault in Cayuga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 4.3% dismissal rate (92 cases). A Misdemeanor: 11.3% dismissal rate (75 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Cayuga County, NY — 7.3% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Assault in Cayuga County?

The conviction rate for Assault in Cayuga County is 90.1%, based on 198 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Assault charges reduced in Cayuga County?

36.4% of Assault cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Q: How does Cayuga County compare to other counties for Assault?

Cayuga County has a 7.3% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Assault cases in Cayuga County result in conviction far more often than they do statewide. The county's 90.1% conviction rate paired with a 7.3% dismissal rate—21.7 percentage points below the statewide average—indicates that assault charges in Cayuga County are prosecuted aggressively and rarely dropped. Over the past six years, dismissals have declined even further, falling from 8% to 5%. Out of 198 cases, defendants face an unusually steep path to acquittal, with zero cases resulting in that outcome during the period measured.

About 36% of assault charges get reduced before resolution, most commonly to harassment. When defendants do get convicted, roughly equal numbers receive jail time (28.3%) or prison sentences (23.1%), while 9.2% receive probation. Nearly half of defendants are released pretrial on recognizance, but those who face bail see a median amount of $2,750, with 18.4% remanded without release. The median time from charge to case resolution spans five months, a relatively swift path that leaves little room for charges to be dismissed as cases move through the system.

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

7.3%

Dismissal Rate

90.1%

Conviction Rate

5.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

90.1%

Dismissed 7.3% Convicted 90.1% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 2.6%

Source: 198 public court records, Cayuga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Assault in Cayuga County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	92	4.3%	93.5%
A Misdemeanor	75	11.3%	85.9%
B Misdemeanor	17	13.3%	80.0%
B Felony	7	0.0%	100.0%

Charge class reflects the severity classification at arrest (e.g., A Felony is the most serious, B Misdemeanor the least). Outcomes vary by class due to differing prosecutorial priorities, plea bargaining patterns, and case complexity. Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Assault outcomes in Cayuga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	26	8.0%	84.0%
2020	37	18.9%	81.1%
2021	33	3.1%	96.9%
2022	21	0.0%	94.7%
2023	40	5.1%	94.9%
2024	41	5.0%	90.0%

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 Assault in Cayuga County are handled at arraignment.

46.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

30.2%

Bail Set

18.4%

Remanded

$2,750

Median Bail Amount

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

36.4% of Assault cases
in Cayuga County are reduced

Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

25 cases (46.3%)

Assault Weapons Offense

12 cases (22.2%)

Assault Other

9 cases (16.7%)

Assault Endangering Welfare of a Child

4 cases (7.4%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

4 cases (7.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Cayuga County.

28.3%

Jail

9.2%

Probation

23.1%

State Prison

1.2%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	121	8.5%	89.7%
Black	67	4.6%	90.8%

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.

Based on 198 cases in Cayuga County, 7.3% are dismissed, 90.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Cayuga County is 7.3%, based on 198 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Cayuga County takes 5.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

46.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 30.2% have bail set, and 18.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,750. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Cayuga County is 90.1%, based on 198 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.

36.4% of Assault cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Cayuga County has a 7.3% dismissal rate for Assault cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Assault in Cayuga County, 28.3% receive a jail sentence, 9.2% receive probation, and 23.1% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 4.3% dismissal rate, 93.5% conviction rate (92 cases). A Misdemeanor: 11.3% dismissal rate, 85.9% conviction rate (75 cases). B Misdemeanor: 13.3% dismissal rate, 80.0% conviction rate (17 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns due to prosecutorial priorities and plea bargaining dynamics.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 198 cases analyzed for Assault in Cayuga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com