What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Cortland County?

The dismissal rate is 14.9%, based on 130 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 Cortland County?

The average case takes 7.4 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 Cortland County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 10.4% dismissal rate (58 cases). D Felony: 18.4% dismissal rate (52 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Cortland County, NY — 14.9% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Cortland County is 80.7%, based on 130 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

51.1% of Assault cases in Cortland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

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

Cortland County has a 14.9% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Assault defendants in Cortland County face significantly harsher outcomes than the statewide average. The county's 14.9% dismissal rate trails the state average of 29.0% by 14.1 percentage points, while the 80.7% conviction rate is substantially higher than typical. However, dismissals have been trending upward since 2019, rising from 9.1% to 25.0%, suggesting prosecutors and courts may be applying stricter standards to these cases over time. Only 0.9% of defendants are acquitted, indicating cases that proceed to trial rarely result in not-guilty verdicts.

More than half of assault charges—51.1%—are reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly Harassment, which accounts for 72.5% of all reductions. When sentencing occurs after conviction, outcomes vary broadly: 18.5% receive prison time, 17.4% receive jail, and 16.3% receive probation. A median bail of $1,000 is set in about one-fifth of cases, though over half of defendants are released on their own recognizance. The typical case takes about 7.5 months 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

14.9%

Dismissal Rate

80.7%

Conviction Rate

7.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

14.9%

80.7%

Dismissed 14.9% Convicted 80.7% Acquitted 0.9% YO Adjudication 3.5%

Source: 130 public court records, Cortland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	58	10.4%	87.5%
D Felony	52	18.4%	75.5%
B Misdemeanor	8	33.3%	66.7%
B Felony	7	0.0%	100.0%
C Felony	5	20.0%	60.0%

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 Cortland County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	22	9.1%	90.9%
2020	21	5.3%	94.7%
2021	20	12.5%	81.2%
2022	23	15.8%	78.9%
2023	21	22.2%	72.2%
2024	23	25.0%	65.0%

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 Cortland County are handled at arraignment.

53.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

19.7%

Bail Set

10.2%

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

51.1% of Assault cases
in Cortland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

29 cases (67.4%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

8 cases (18.6%)

Assault Weapons Offense

3 cases (7.0%)

Assault Criminal Trespass

2 cases (4.7%)

Assault Strangulation

1 cases (2.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Cortland County.

17.4%

Jail

16.3%

Probation

18.5%

State Prison

15.2%

Fine Only

6.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	92	16.0%	79.0%
Black	25	13.6%	81.8%

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 130 cases in Cortland County, 14.9% are dismissed, 80.7% result in conviction, and 0.9% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Cortland County is 14.9%, based on 130 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Cortland County takes 7.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

53.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 19.7% have bail set, and 10.2% 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 Cortland County is 80.7%, based on 130 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.

51.1% of Assault cases in Cortland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Cortland County has a 14.9% 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 Cortland County, 17.4% receive a jail sentence, 16.3% receive probation, and 18.5% 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: 10.4% dismissal rate, 87.5% conviction rate (58 cases). D Felony: 18.4% dismissal rate, 75.5% conviction rate (52 cases). B Misdemeanor: 33.3% dismissal rate, 66.7% conviction rate (8 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. 130 cases analyzed for Assault in Cortland County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com