What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Steuben County?

The dismissal rate is 21.4%, based on 289 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 Steuben 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 Steuben County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 21.6% dismissal rate (122 cases). D Felony: 22.4% dismissal rate (97 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Steuben County, NY — 21.4% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Steuben County is 75.7%, based on 289 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

52.2% of Assault cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

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

Steuben County has a 21.4% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Steuben County, assault cases result in conviction in about three-quarters of cases, a rate notably higher than the statewide average. The county's dismissal rate of 21.4% runs 7.6 percentage points below the state average of 29%, suggesting that assault charges here proceed to resolution more often than elsewhere. Dismissals have trended upward since 2019, rising from zero to 22.4%, indicating that prosecutors or judges have become more inclined to dismiss these charges in recent years. With 289 cases over the study period, assault remains a routine charge in Steuben County, and the conviction rate indicates most cases that survive dismissal result in guilty findings.

More than half of assault cases are reduced to lesser charges before trial, with harassment accounting for 56.5% of reductions and disorderly conduct another 36.2%. When convicted, defendants face mixed outcomes: nearly 30% receive fines as the sole or primary sentence, while 17.4% go to jail and 14.1% receive prison sentences. About 60% are released on their own recognizance before trial, with a median bail of $1,500 set for those who cannot be released without conditions. Cases move to disposition in roughly six months.

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

21.4%

Dismissal Rate

75.7%

Conviction Rate

5.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

21.4%

75.7%

Dismissed 21.4% Convicted 75.7% Acquitted 0.4% YO Adjudication 2.5%

Source: 289 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	122	21.6%	76.6%
D Felony	97	22.4%	76.3%
B Misdemeanor	46	20.0%	77.1%
B Felony	11	0.0%	90.9%
E Felony	7	75.0%	25.0%
C Felony	6	16.7%	50.0%

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 Steuben County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	24	0.0%	100.0%
2020	33	20.0%	76.0%
2021	34	20.0%	76.7%
2022	40	26.5%	70.6%
2023	73	27.0%	71.4%
2024	83	22.4%	73.1%

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 Steuben County are handled at arraignment.

60.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

13.0%

Bail Set

9.9%

Remanded

$1,500

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

52.2% of Assault cases
in Steuben County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

39 cases (49.4%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

25 cases (31.6%)

Assault Other

5 cases (6.3%)

Assault Escape / Bail Jumping

5 cases (6.3%)

Assault Endangering Welfare of a Child

5 cases (6.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Steuben County.

17.4%

Jail

10.9%

Probation

14.1%

State Prison

28.8%

Fine Only

2.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	234	21.4%	77.1%
Black	32	24.0%	68.0%
Hispanic	13	0.0%	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 289 cases in Steuben County, 21.4% are dismissed, 75.7% result in conviction, and 0.4% 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 Steuben County is 21.4%, based on 289 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

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

60.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 13.0% have bail set, and 9.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Steuben County is 75.7%, based on 289 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.

52.2% of Assault cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Steuben County has a 21.4% 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 Steuben County, 17.4% receive a jail sentence, 10.9% receive probation, and 14.1% 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: 21.6% dismissal rate, 76.6% conviction rate (122 cases). D Felony: 22.4% dismissal rate, 76.3% conviction rate (97 cases). B Misdemeanor: 20.0% dismissal rate, 77.1% conviction rate (46 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. 289 cases analyzed for Assault in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com