What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Clinton County?

The dismissal rate is 14.7%, based on 306 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 Clinton County?

The average case takes 5.0 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 Clinton County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 20.2% dismissal rate (140 cases). D Felony: 8.1% dismissal rate (76 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Clinton County, NY — 14.7% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Clinton County is 82.5%, based on 306 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

46.1% of Assault cases in Clinton County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Clinton County has a 14.7% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Clinton County, assault cases are resolved with conviction far more often than statewide, with an 82.5 percent conviction rate against a 14.7 percent dismissal rate. This is substantially stricter than the statewide average, where dismissals occur in 29 percent of assault cases—a gap of 14.3 percentage points favoring prosecution. Over the past six years, though, dismissals have been trending upward, rising from 7.3 percent in 2019 to 19.3 percent in 2024, suggesting increasing scrutiny of these cases. The median time from filing to resolution is 150 days.

Nearly two-thirds of defendants accused of assault in Clinton County are released without bail before trial, though 10.8 percent have bail set at a median of $1,000. Significantly, almost half of assault charges—46.1 percent—are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to disorderly conduct or harassment. Among convicted defendants, the outcomes split across multiple categories: 29 percent receive fines, 17.8 percent receive prison sentences, and roughly 13 percent each receive jail time or probation, with 2.5 percent serving only time already in custody.

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

14.7%

Dismissal Rate

82.5%

Conviction Rate

5.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

14.7%

82.5%

Dismissed 14.7% Convicted 82.5% Acquitted 1.0% YO Adjudication 1.7%

Source: 306 public court records, Clinton County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	140	20.2%	78.3%
D Felony	76	8.1%	86.5%
B Misdemeanor	53	21.2%	76.9%
E Felony	26	0.0%	96.2%
B Felony	6	0.0%	100.0%
C Felony	5	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 Clinton County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	43	7.3%	90.2%
2020	42	15.8%	84.2%
2021	43	17.1%	80.5%
2022	39	17.9%	74.4%
2023	77	12.0%	84.0%
2024	61	19.3%	80.7%

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 Clinton County are handled at arraignment.

66.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.8%

Bail Set

3.5%

Remanded

$1,000

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

46.1% of Assault cases
in Clinton County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Disorderly Conduct

54 cases (52.9%)

Assault Harassment

32 cases (31.4%)

Assault Endangering Welfare of a Child

7 cases (6.9%)

Assault Other

5 cases (4.9%)

Assault Weapons Offense

4 cases (3.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Clinton County.

13.7%

Jail

13.3%

Probation

17.8%

State Prison

29.0%

Fine Only

2.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	216	17.6%	80.4%
Black	61	6.6%	88.5%
Hispanic	18	6.2%	87.5%

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 306 cases in Clinton County, 14.7% are dismissed, 82.5% result in conviction, and 1.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Clinton County is 14.7%, based on 306 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Clinton County takes 5.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

66.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.8% have bail set, and 3.5% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Clinton County is 82.5%, based on 306 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.

46.1% of Assault cases in Clinton County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Clinton County has a 14.7% 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 Clinton County, 13.7% receive a jail sentence, 13.3% receive probation, and 17.8% 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: 20.2% dismissal rate, 78.3% conviction rate (140 cases). D Felony: 8.1% dismissal rate, 86.5% conviction rate (76 cases). B Misdemeanor: 21.2% dismissal rate, 76.9% conviction rate (53 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. 306 cases analyzed for Assault in Clinton County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com