What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Wyoming County?

The dismissal rate is 3.6%, based on 116 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 Wyoming County?

The average case takes 5.0 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 Wyoming County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 4.5% dismissal rate (70 cases). A Misdemeanor: 7.7% dismissal rate (15 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Wyoming County, NY — 3.6% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Wyoming County is 94.5%, based on 116 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

18.3% of Assault cases in Wyoming County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other.

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

Wyoming County has a 3.6% 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 Wyoming County result in conviction far more often than across the state. The county's 94.5% conviction rate stands starkly against a 3.6% dismissal rate—25 percentage points below the statewide dismissal average. This suggests assault charges are prosecuted aggressively in Wyoming County and rarely fall away before trial. Only one defendant in roughly 100 was acquitted. The trend shows some movement toward more dismissals since 2020, rising from zero to 6.7%, though the county remains an outlier in how thoroughly it secures convictions.

When assault defendants face sentencing, prison is the dominant outcome: 60.6% receive prison sentences. Probation and jail each account for smaller shares at 14.4% and 10.6% respectively. Before trial, roughly half of defendants (48%) are released on their own recognizance, while 20% are remanded and 8% have bail set. About 18% of assault charges are reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly to Harassment or other charges. The median time from charge to disposition is 149 days, giving defendants roughly five months before resolution.

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

3.6%

Dismissal Rate

94.5%

Conviction Rate

5.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

94.5%

Dismissed 3.6% Convicted 94.5% Acquitted 0.9%

Source: 116 public court records, Wyoming County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	70	4.5%	94.0%
A Misdemeanor	15	7.7%	92.3%
C Felony	13	0.0%	100.0%
B Felony	9	0.0%	100.0%
E Felony	7	0.0%	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 Wyoming County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	8	0.0%	100.0%
2021	20	5.3%	94.7%
2022	25	0.0%	96.0%
2023	44	2.3%	95.3%
2024	18	6.7%	93.3%

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 Wyoming County are handled at arraignment.

48.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.0%

Bail Set

20.0%

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

18.3% of Assault cases
in Wyoming County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Other

4 cases (28.6%)

Assault Harassment

4 cases (28.6%)

Assault Official Misconduct

3 cases (21.4%)

Assault Escape / Bail Jumping

2 cases (14.3%)

Assault Weapons Offense

1 cases (7.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Wyoming County.

10.6%

Jail

14.4%

Probation

60.6%

State Prison

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	60	5.4%	94.6%
Black	42	0.0%	95.0%
Hispanic	13	7.7%	92.3%

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 116 cases in Wyoming County, 3.6% are dismissed, 94.5% result in conviction, and 0.9% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Wyoming County is 3.6%, based on 116 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Wyoming County takes 5.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

48.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.0% have bail set, and 20.0% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Wyoming County is 94.5%, based on 116 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.

18.3% of Assault cases in Wyoming County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other.

Wyoming County has a 3.6% 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 Wyoming County, 10.6% receive a jail sentence, 14.4% receive probation, and 60.6% 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: 4.5% dismissal rate, 94.0% conviction rate (70 cases). A Misdemeanor: 7.7% dismissal rate, 92.3% conviction rate (15 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (13 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. 116 cases analyzed for Assault in Wyoming County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com