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

The average case takes 5.6 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 Cayuga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 13.9% dismissal rate (298 cases). E Felony: 5.9% dismissal rate (199 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Contempt in Cayuga County, NY — 10.4% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 10.4%, based on 497 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 Cayuga County?

6.8% of Criminal Contempt cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal Contempt cases in Cayuga County result in conviction at a substantially higher rate than the statewide pattern. With an 88.4% conviction rate against a 10.4% dismissal rate, defendants face conviction in nearly nine out of ten cases—significantly starker than the statewide dismissal average of 33%. This 22.6 percentage point gap indicates Cayuga County pursues these charges more aggressively to resolution. The trend has worsened over the past five years: dismissals dropped from 17.6% in 2019 to just 4.3% by 2024, showing prosecutors are increasingly securing convictions rather than backing away from cases.

When convicted, roughly one-third of defendants receive jail time, while 16.8% face prison sentences. About half of pretrial defendants are released on their own recognizance or with bail set (typically $2,000 median), though 16.5% are remanded without bail. Charge reductions occur in less than 7% of cases, with nearly three-quarters reduced to Disorderly Conduct—a substantially lower-level offense. Cases resolve in a median of 169 days, providing some clarity on timeline expectations.

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

10.4%

Dismissal Rate

88.4%

Conviction Rate

5.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

88.4%

Dismissed 10.4% Convicted 88.4% Acquitted 0.2%

Source: 497 public court records, Cayuga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	298	13.9%	84.5%
E Felony	199	5.9%	93.5%

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 Cayuga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	78	17.6%	80.9%
2020	111	9.6%	90.4%
2021	77	8.6%	91.4%
2022	72	10.2%	88.1%
2023	80	12.9%	85.7%
2024	78	4.3%	92.8%

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 Cayuga County are handled at arraignment.

30.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

47.8%

Bail Set

16.5%

Remanded

$2,000

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

6.8% of Criminal Contempt cases
in Cayuga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Contempt Disorderly Conduct

17 cases (68.0%)

Criminal Contempt Harassment

5 cases (20.0%)

Criminal Contempt Obstruction

1 cases (4.0%)

Criminal Contempt Escape / Bail Jumping

1 cases (4.0%)

Criminal Contempt Endangering Welfare of a Child

1 cases (4.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

32.5%

Jail

14.4%

Probation

16.8%

State Prison

2.1%

Fine Only

3.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	349	12.9%	86.1%
Black	128	5.3%	92.9%
Hispanic	13	0.0%	100.0%

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 497 cases in Cayuga County, 10.4% are dismissed, 88.4% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Cayuga County is 10.4%, based on 497 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 Cayuga County takes 5.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

30.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 47.8% have bail set, and 16.5% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Contempt in Cayuga County is 88.4%, based on 497 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.

6.8% of Criminal Contempt cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Cayuga County has a 10.4% 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 Cayuga County, 32.5% receive a jail sentence, 14.4% receive probation, and 16.8% 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: 13.9% dismissal rate, 84.5% conviction rate (298 cases). E Felony: 5.9% dismissal rate, 93.5% conviction rate (199 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. 497 cases analyzed for Criminal Contempt in Cayuga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com