What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Ontario County?

The dismissal rate is 20.7%, based on 243 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 Ontario County?

The average case takes 7.8 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 Ontario County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 25.0% dismissal rate (100 cases). D Felony: 11.1% dismissal rate (84 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Ontario County, NY — 20.7% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Ontario County is 78.0%, based on 243 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

40.9% of Assault cases in Ontario County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

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

Ontario County has a 20.7% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Ontario County, assault defendants face a conviction rate of 78 percent, well above the statewide average dismissal rate of 29 percent. The county's dismissal rate sits at 20.7 percent, running 8.3 points below the state average—meaning assault charges here are significantly less likely to be dropped compared to other counties. However, dismissals have been trending upward since 2019, rising from 20.9 percent to 31.2 percent by 2024, suggesting the county's approach to these cases may be shifting. Cases take a median of 234 days to resolve.

About 41 percent of assault charges in Ontario County get reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly to harassment (64 percent of all reductions). At pretrial, over half of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while roughly 17 percent face bail set at a median of 1,250 dollars. When convictions occur, sentences are mixed: nearly 20 percent receive jail time, 18 percent are placed on probation, and 14 percent receive prison sentences, with the remainder drawing fines or time-served credit.

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

20.7%

Dismissal Rate

78.0%

Conviction Rate

7.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

20.7%

78.0%

Dismissed 20.7% Convicted 78.0% Acquitted 0.9%

Source: 243 public court records, Ontario County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	100	25.0%	72.9%
D Felony	84	11.1%	87.7%
B Misdemeanor	31	36.7%	63.3%
E Felony	16	20.0%	80.0%
B 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 Ontario County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	44	20.9%	79.1%
2020	30	17.2%	82.8%
2021	43	18.6%	81.4%
2022	34	13.8%	82.8%
2023	42	17.9%	82.1%
2024	49	31.2%	64.6%

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 Ontario County are handled at arraignment.

51.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

16.7%

Bail Set

7.9%

Remanded

$1,250

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

40.9% of Assault cases
in Ontario County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

36 cases (56.2%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

12 cases (18.8%)

Assault Other

8 cases (12.5%)

Assault Endangering Welfare of a Child

5 cases (7.8%)

Assault Official Misconduct

3 cases (4.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Ontario County.

19.9%

Jail

17.7%

Probation

14.4%

State Prison

6.1%

Fine Only

4.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	138	21.2%	76.5%
Black	66	16.1%	83.9%
Hispanic	39	26.3%	73.7%

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 243 cases in Ontario County, 20.7% are dismissed, 78.0% result in conviction, and 0.9% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Ontario County is 20.7%, based on 243 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Ontario County takes 7.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

51.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 16.7% have bail set, and 7.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Ontario County is 78.0%, based on 243 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.

40.9% of Assault cases in Ontario County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Ontario County has a 20.7% 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 Ontario County, 19.9% receive a jail sentence, 17.7% receive probation, and 14.4% 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: 25.0% dismissal rate, 72.9% conviction rate (100 cases). D Felony: 11.1% dismissal rate, 87.7% conviction rate (84 cases). B Misdemeanor: 36.7% dismissal rate, 63.3% conviction rate (31 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. 243 cases analyzed for Assault in Ontario County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com