What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Orleans County?

The dismissal rate is 22.9%, based on 49 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 Orleans County?

The average case takes 5.8 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 Orleans County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 18.5% dismissal rate (27 cases). A Misdemeanor: 35.7% dismissal rate (14 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Orleans County, NY — 22.9% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Orleans County is 72.9%, based on 49 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

14.3% of Assault cases in Orleans County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

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

Orleans County has a 22.9% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Orleans County, assault defendants face a 72.9% conviction rate—significantly higher than the statewide average suggests. The county's 22.9% dismissal rate trails the statewide rate by 6.1 percentage points, indicating that assault charges here are pursued more aggressively and less likely to be dropped. However, dismissals have been trending upward since 2022, rising from zero to 23.8%, which represents a meaningful shift in how these cases are resolved locally.

Most assault defendants in Orleans County are released before trial, with 42.3% getting released on their own recognizance. Those convicted face jail time in roughly 37% of cases and prison in 31%, with about 1 in 14 receiving probation alone. About 14% of assault charges are reduced to lesser offenses—primarily Harassment (half of all reductions)—suggesting some cases don't proceed as originally charged. The median time from filing to resolution is 175 days.

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

22.9%

Dismissal Rate

72.9%

Conviction Rate

5.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

22.9%

72.9%

Dismissed 22.9% Convicted 72.9% Acquitted 4.2%

Source: 49 public court records, Orleans County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	27	18.5%	77.8%
A Misdemeanor	14	35.7%	57.1%
B Felony	6	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 Orleans County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2022	11	0.0%	90.9%
2023	12	25.0%	66.7%
2024	22	23.8%	76.2%

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 Orleans County are handled at arraignment.

42.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

7.7%

Bail Set

11.5%

Remanded

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

14.3% of Assault cases
in Orleans County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

2 cases (40.0%)

Assault Escape / Bail Jumping

1 cases (20.0%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

1 cases (20.0%)

Assault DWI / DUI

1 cases (20.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Orleans County.

37.1%

Jail

8.6%

Probation

31.4%

State Prison

5.7%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	27	25.9%	74.1%
Black	16	18.8%	75.0%

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 49 cases in Orleans County, 22.9% are dismissed, 72.9% result in conviction, and 4.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Orleans County is 22.9%, based on 49 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Orleans County takes 5.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

42.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 7.7% have bail set, and 11.5% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Orleans County is 72.9%, based on 49 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.

14.3% of Assault cases in Orleans County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Orleans County has a 22.9% 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 Orleans County, 37.1% receive a jail sentence, 8.6% receive probation, and 31.4% 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. D Felony: 18.5% dismissal rate, 77.8% conviction rate (27 cases). A Misdemeanor: 35.7% dismissal rate, 57.1% conviction rate (14 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (6 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. 49 cases analyzed for Assault in Orleans County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com