What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Genesee County?

The dismissal rate is 12.3%, based on 187 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 Genesee County?

The average case takes 8.2 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 Genesee County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 13.0% dismissal rate (76 cases). A Misdemeanor: 15.3% dismissal rate (62 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Genesee County, NY — 12.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Genesee County is 85.4%, based on 187 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

36.3% of Assault cases in Genesee County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

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

Genesee County has a 12.3% 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 Genesee County result in conviction 85.4 percent of the time, substantially higher than the statewide average of 70 percent dismissal-and-acquittal combined. The county's dismissal rate sits at 12.3 percent—16.7 percentage points below the state average—indicating that assault charges here proceed to conviction far more consistently than they do elsewhere. However, dismissals have been rising since 2019, when they occurred in only 8.3 percent of cases; by 2024, that figure had climbed to 20 percent. This upward trend suggests shifting prosecution or judicial practices, though convictions remain the dominant outcome.

More than one-third of assault charges get reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly to harassment. About 43 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance before trial, while roughly 21 percent have bail set at a median of $5,000. Among those convicted, sentences are distributed across jail, probation, and prison terms in roughly equal measure, each affecting 21-24 percent of defendants. The data reveals a system where initial charges rarely disappear entirely but frequently convert into lower-level misdemeanors, and pretrial detention affects a significant minority of defendants charged with assault.

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

12.3%

Dismissal Rate

85.4%

Conviction Rate

8.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

12.3%

85.4%

Dismissed 12.3% Convicted 85.4% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 2.3%

Source: 187 public court records, Genesee County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	76	13.0%	84.1%
A Misdemeanor	62	15.3%	81.4%
B Misdemeanor	17	7.1%	92.9%
B Felony	14	0.0%	100.0%
C Felony	10	11.1%	88.9%
E Felony	8	16.7%	83.3%

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 Genesee County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	28	8.3%	91.7%
2020	29	14.8%	85.2%
2021	35	6.7%	93.3%
2022	25	8.7%	82.6%
2023	31	12.9%	80.6%
2024	37	20.0%	80.0%

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 Genesee County are handled at arraignment.

42.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

21.1%

Bail Set

11.8%

Remanded

$5,000

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

36.3% of Assault cases
in Genesee County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

20 cases (48.8%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

7 cases (17.1%)

Assault Other

6 cases (14.6%)

Assault Weapons Offense

4 cases (9.8%)

Assault Endangering Welfare of a Child

4 cases (9.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Genesee County.

21.9%

Jail

24.0%

Probation

21.2%

State Prison

8.2%

Fine Only

3.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	105	10.1%	88.9%
Black	63	13.0%	83.3%
Hispanic	12	27.3%	72.7%

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 187 cases in Genesee County, 12.3% are dismissed, 85.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Genesee County is 12.3%, based on 187 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Genesee County takes 8.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

42.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 21.1% have bail set, and 11.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Genesee County is 85.4%, based on 187 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.

36.3% of Assault cases in Genesee County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Genesee County has a 12.3% 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 Genesee County, 21.9% receive a jail sentence, 24.0% receive probation, and 21.2% 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: 13.0% dismissal rate, 84.1% conviction rate (76 cases). A Misdemeanor: 15.3% dismissal rate, 81.4% conviction rate (62 cases). B Misdemeanor: 7.1% dismissal rate, 92.9% 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. 187 cases analyzed for Assault in Genesee County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com