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

The average case takes 4.6 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 Chautauqua County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 45.5% dismissal rate (685 cases). E Felony: 32.6% dismissal rate (363 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Contempt in Chautauqua County, NY — 40.6% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Criminal Contempt in Chautauqua County?

Based on 1048 cases in Chautauqua County, 40.6% are dismissed, 59.0% result in conviction, and 0.3% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.6 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 40.6%, based on 1048 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 Chautauqua County?

35.0% of Criminal Contempt cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Criminal contempt cases in Chautauqua County are dismissed at a notably higher rate than the statewide average—40.6 percent compared to 33 percent. This 7.6 percentage point advantage suggests the county handles these charges more leniently than typical. However, the trend is moving in the opposite direction. Over the past six years, dismissal rates have declined from 34.8 percent to 29.7 percent, indicating prosecutors are becoming more likely to pursue these cases to conviction. Currently, 59 percent of defendants are convicted, with acquittals virtually nonexistent at 0.3 percent.

Pretrial conditions are relatively permissive: 27.1 percent of defendants are released on recognizance without bail, and those who do face bail encounter a median amount of $2,500. A notable pattern emerges in how cases are resolved. Thirty-five percent of charges are reduced, predominantly to harassment (51.4 percent of reductions) or disorderly conduct (44.9 percent). Among those convicted, jail sentences are most common at 25.2 percent, though 11.7 percent receive only time served. Prison sentences are rare at 1.1 percent, and fines appear in only 3.5 percent of convictions.

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

40.6%

Dismissal Rate

59.0%

Conviction Rate

4.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

40.6%

59.0%

Dismissed 40.6% Convicted 59.0% Acquitted 0.3%

Source: 1,048 public court records, Chautauqua County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	685	45.5%	54.1%
E Felony	363	32.6%	67.0%

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 Criminal Contempt outcomes in Chautauqua County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	110	34.8%	65.2%
2020	153	46.1%	52.8%
2021	217	41.0%	59.0%
2022	157	48.7%	50.4%
2023	188	46.3%	53.0%
2024	223	29.7%	70.3%

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 Criminal Contempt in Chautauqua County are handled at arraignment.

27.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

30.0%

Bail Set

5.4%

Remanded

$2,500

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

35.0% of Criminal Contempt cases
in Chautauqua County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Contempt Harassment

71 cases (49.7%)

Criminal Contempt Disorderly Conduct

62 cases (43.4%)

Criminal Contempt Criminal Trespass

5 cases (3.5%)

Criminal Contempt Official Misconduct

3 cases (2.1%)

Criminal Contempt Traffic Offense

2 cases (1.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

25.2%

Jail

14.8%

Probation

1.1%

State Prison

3.5%

Fine Only

11.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	728	43.7%	56.1%
Black	180	33.6%	64.9%
Hispanic	125	36.0%	64.0%

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 1,048 cases in Chautauqua County, 40.6% are dismissed, 59.0% result in conviction, and 0.3% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Chautauqua County is 40.6%, based on 1,048 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 Chautauqua County takes 4.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

27.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 30.0% have bail set, and 5.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Contempt in Chautauqua County is 59.0%, based on 1,048 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.

35.0% of Criminal Contempt cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Chautauqua County has a 40.6% 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 Chautauqua County, 25.2% receive a jail sentence, 14.8% receive probation, and 1.1% 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: 45.5% dismissal rate, 54.1% conviction rate (685 cases). E Felony: 32.6% dismissal rate, 67.0% conviction rate (363 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. 1,048 cases analyzed for Criminal Contempt in Chautauqua County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com