What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Chemung County?

The dismissal rate is 28.2%, based on 422 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 Chemung County?

The average case takes 5.9 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 Chemung County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 31.7% dismissal rate (179 cases). D Felony: 22.3% dismissal rate (163 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Chemung County, NY — 28.2% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Chemung County is 69.7%, based on 422 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

37.4% of Assault cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

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

Chemung County has a 28.2% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Chemung County, assault cases result in conviction about 70 percent of the time, slightly below the statewide average of 71 percent. The dismissal rate of 28.2 percent tracks nearly identically to the state average, indicating that Chemung County handles assault cases in line with typical practice across New York. The notable trend is an upward shift in dismissals over the past six years, rising from 23.7 percent in 2019 to 34.8 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts are becoming more selective about which assault cases proceed to conviction.

More than a third of assault charges in Chemung County are reduced to lesser offenses, with harassment being the overwhelmingly common reduction target at 77 percent of all charge reductions. Pretrial, about half of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while roughly a third face bail set at a median of $3,000. Among those convicted, financial penalties dominate sentencing outcomes: 44 percent receive fines, while jail terms occur in 18 percent of convictions and prison sentences in roughly 11 percent. The average case takes about six 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

28.2%

Dismissal Rate

69.7%

Conviction Rate

5.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

28.2%

69.7%

Dismissed 28.2% Convicted 69.7% Acquitted 0.5% YO Adjudication 1.6%

Source: 422 public court records, Chemung County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	179	31.7%	67.7%
D Felony	163	22.3%	73.6%
B Misdemeanor	40	57.6%	42.4%
E Felony	24	9.1%	86.4%
B Felony	13	15.4%	84.6%

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 Chemung County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	39	23.7%	73.7%
2020	58	29.8%	68.4%
2021	62	31.6%	68.4%
2022	89	22.5%	72.5%
2023	69	24.1%	75.9%
2024	104	34.8%	62.9%

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 Assault in Chemung County are handled at arraignment.

52.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

31.8%

Bail Set

10.4%

Remanded

$3,000

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

37.4% of Assault cases
in Chemung County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

60 cases (71.4%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

11 cases (13.1%)

Assault Menacing

7 cases (8.3%)

Assault Other

3 cases (3.6%)

Assault Official Misconduct

3 cases (3.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Chemung County.

17.7%

Jail

12.5%

Probation

10.6%

State Prison

44.2%

Fine Only

8.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	231	30.8%	66.8%
Black	162	26.1%	72.5%
Hispanic	29	18.5%	77.8%

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 422 cases in Chemung County, 28.2% are dismissed, 69.7% result in conviction, and 0.5% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Chemung County is 28.2%, based on 422 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Chemung County takes 5.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

52.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 31.8% have bail set, and 10.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $3,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Chemung County is 69.7%, based on 422 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.

37.4% of Assault cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Chemung County has a 28.2% 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 Chemung County, 17.7% receive a jail sentence, 12.5% receive probation, and 10.6% 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. A Misdemeanor: 31.7% dismissal rate, 67.7% conviction rate (179 cases). D Felony: 22.3% dismissal rate, 73.6% conviction rate (163 cases). B Misdemeanor: 57.6% dismissal rate, 42.4% conviction rate (40 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. 422 cases analyzed for Assault in Chemung County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com