What is the dismissal rate for Assault in St. Lawrence County?

The dismissal rate is 18.4%, based on 193 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 St. Lawrence County?

The average case takes 7.2 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 St. Lawrence County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 13.9% dismissal rate (96 cases). A Misdemeanor: 21.6% dismissal rate (62 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in St. Lawrence County, NY — 18.4% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Assault in St. Lawrence County?

The conviction rate for Assault in St. Lawrence County is 80.4%, based on 193 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Assault charges reduced in St. Lawrence County?

33.1% of Assault cases in St. Lawrence County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Q: How does St. Lawrence County compare to other counties for Assault?

St. Lawrence County has a 18.4% 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 St. Lawrence County are convicted at significantly higher rates than the statewide average. The county's 80.4% conviction rate paired with an 18.4% dismissal rate stands 10.6 percentage points below the state average for dismissals, suggesting prosecutors here pursue assault charges more aggressively or that local cases present stronger evidence. Over the past five years, dismissal rates have declined from 33.3% to 14.8%, indicating a tightening prosecutorial posture. The median case takes 217 days to resolve, a typical timeframe for felony-level charges.

Defendants charged with assault in this county face meaningful barriers pretrial but also encounter a pathway to reduced charges. Nearly two-thirds receive release on their own recognizance, though about 9% are remanded without bail. One-third of assault charges are reduced to less serious offenses, with harassment accounting for nearly two-thirds of those reductions. Among those convicted, sentencing is diverse: nearly 30% receive fines, roughly one-fifth face prison time, and 18% receive jail sentences, while smaller portions are sentenced to probation or time served.

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

18.4%

Dismissal Rate

80.4%

Conviction Rate

7.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

18.4%

80.4%

Dismissed 18.4% Convicted 80.4% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.3%

Source: 193 public court records, St. Lawrence County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	96	13.9%	84.8%
A Misdemeanor	62	21.6%	76.5%
B Misdemeanor	15	50.0%	50.0%
B Felony	10	11.1%	88.9%
E Felony	6	20.0%	80.0%

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 St. Lawrence County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	20	33.3%	66.7%
2020	18	35.7%	57.1%
2021	23	11.1%	88.9%
2022	34	10.3%	89.7%
2023	63	17.6%	80.4%
2024	34	14.8%	85.2%

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 St. Lawrence County are handled at arraignment.

65.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

14.6%

Bail Set

9.1%

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

33.1% of Assault cases
in St. Lawrence County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

19 cases (54.3%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

6 cases (17.1%)

Assault Endangering Welfare of a Child

4 cases (11.4%)

Assault Escape / Bail Jumping

3 cases (8.6%)

Assault Criminal Contempt

3 cases (8.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in St. Lawrence County.

18.1%

Jail

12.6%

Probation

19.7%

State Prison

29.1%

Fine Only

4.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	155	18.3%	80.2%
Black	20	20.0%	80.0%
Hispanic	10	28.6%	71.4%

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 193 cases in St. Lawrence County, 18.4% are dismissed, 80.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in St. Lawrence County is 18.4%, based on 193 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in St. Lawrence County takes 7.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

65.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.6% have bail set, and 9.1% 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 St. Lawrence County is 80.4%, based on 193 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.

33.1% of Assault cases in St. Lawrence County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

St. Lawrence County has a 18.4% 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 St. Lawrence County, 18.1% receive a jail sentence, 12.6% receive probation, and 19.7% 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: 13.9% dismissal rate, 84.8% conviction rate (96 cases). A Misdemeanor: 21.6% dismissal rate, 76.5% conviction rate (62 cases). B Misdemeanor: 50.0% dismissal rate, 50.0% conviction rate (15 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. 193 cases analyzed for Assault in St. Lawrence County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com