How long does a Criminal Contempt case take in Cattaraugus County?

The average case takes 5.1 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 Criminal Contempt in Cattaraugus County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 32.0% dismissal rate (277 cases). E Felony: 14.9% dismissal rate (98 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Contempt in Cattaraugus County, NY — 27.3% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Cattaraugus County?

The dismissal rate is 27.3%, based on 375 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Criminal Contempt charges reduced in Cattaraugus County?

36.0% of Criminal Contempt cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Criminal contempt cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction 72.7 percent of the time, slightly below the statewide average dismissal rate of 33 percent. The county's 27.3 percent dismissal rate trails the statewide average by 5.7 percentage points, suggesting contempt charges here proceed to conviction more often than elsewhere in New York. However, the trend is moving in defendants' favor: dismissal rates have nearly doubled from 16.3 percent in 2019 to 29.6 percent in 2024, indicating prosecutors and courts are becoming more willing to dismiss these cases over the five-year period.

Pretrial release is relatively accessible, with 56.8 percent released on their own recognizance and a median bail of $1,000 when set. Among those convicted, jail time is the most common outcome at 25.9 percent, followed closely by fines at 22.8 percent. Notably, 36 percent of charges are reduced before trial, predominantly to harassment (56.2 percent of reductions) or disorderly conduct (40.6 percent), suggesting prosecutors frequently downgrade contempt allegations rather than pursue them to conviction.

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

27.3%

Dismissal Rate

72.7%

Conviction Rate

5.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

27.3%

72.7%

Dismissed 27.3% Convicted 72.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 375 public court records, Cattaraugus County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Criminal Contempt in Cattaraugus County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	277	32.0%	68.0%
E Felony	98	14.9%	85.1%

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 Criminal Contempt outcomes in Cattaraugus County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	56	16.3%	83.7%
2020	48	2.8%	97.2%
2021	77	33.3%	66.7%
2022	65	35.1%	64.9%
2023	60	42.5%	57.5%
2024	67	29.6%	70.4%

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 Criminal Contempt in Cattaraugus County are handled at arraignment.

56.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

13.0%

Bail Set

5.3%

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

36.0% of Criminal Contempt cases
in Cattaraugus County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Contempt Harassment

36 cases (53.7%)

Criminal Contempt Disorderly Conduct

26 cases (38.8%)

Criminal Contempt Escape / Bail Jumping

2 cases (3.0%)

Criminal Contempt Criminal Trespass

2 cases (3.0%)

Criminal Contempt Strangulation

1 cases (1.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Contempt convictions in Cattaraugus County.

25.9%

Jail

8.1%

Probation

1.0%

State Prison

22.8%

Fine Only

2.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	274	24.7%	75.3%
Black	50	33.3%	66.7%
Native American	44	35.5%	64.5%

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 375 cases in Cattaraugus County, 27.3% are dismissed, 72.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Cattaraugus County is 27.3%, based on 375 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Criminal Contempt case in Cattaraugus County takes 5.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

56.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 13.0% have bail set, and 5.3% 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 Criminal Contempt in Cattaraugus County is 72.7%, based on 375 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.

36.0% of Criminal Contempt cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Cattaraugus County has a 27.3% dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Criminal Contempt overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Criminal Contempt in Cattaraugus County, 25.9% receive a jail sentence, 8.1% receive probation, and 1.0% 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: 32.0% dismissal rate, 68.0% conviction rate (277 cases). E Felony: 14.9% dismissal rate, 85.1% conviction rate (98 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. 375 cases analyzed for Criminal Contempt in Cattaraugus County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com