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

The average case takes 3.6 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 Clinton County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 13.4% dismissal rate (201 cases). E Felony: 7.4% dismissal rate (80 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Contempt in Clinton County, NY — 11.5% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 11.5%, based on 281 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 Clinton County?

22.9% of Criminal Contempt cases in Clinton County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal Contempt convictions in Clinton County are far more common than statewide averages suggest. With an 88.5% conviction rate against a state dismissal rate of 33%, defendants charged with this offense in Clinton County face substantially steeper odds than their counterparts elsewhere. Only 11.5% of cases are dismissed locally, putting the county 21.5 percentage points below the statewide average. From 2019 to 2024, dismissals have ticked slightly upward, but the county remains an outlier in how aggressively these charges are prosecuted and adjudicated.

About 23% of Criminal Contempt cases result in charge reductions, with the overwhelming majority downgraded to Disorderly Conduct rather than dismissed entirely. Sentencing outcomes reflect mixed approaches: nearly 30% receive fines, 26% face jail time, and 17% are placed on probation. Pretrial release is granted to roughly two-thirds of defendants—either on recognizance or bail around $1,000—though 8% are remanded without bail. The median time from charge to disposition spans roughly 3.5 months, suggesting cases move steadily through the system.

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

11.5%

Dismissal Rate

88.5%

Conviction Rate

3.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

88.5%

Dismissed 11.5% Convicted 88.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 281 public court records, Clinton County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	201	13.4%	86.6%
E Felony	80	7.4%	92.6%

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 Clinton County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	23	10.0%	90.0%
2020	48	5.7%	94.3%
2021	41	3.1%	96.9%
2022	38	22.6%	77.4%
2023	61	14.0%	86.0%
2024	69	12.7%	87.3%

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 Clinton County are handled at arraignment.

34.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

33.8%

Bail Set

8.1%

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

22.9% of Criminal Contempt cases
in Clinton County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Contempt Disorderly Conduct

22 cases (57.9%)

Criminal Contempt Harassment

7 cases (18.4%)

Criminal Contempt Other

4 cases (10.5%)

Criminal Contempt Assault

3 cases (7.9%)

Criminal Contempt Kidnapping

2 cases (5.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

26.0%

Jail

17.2%

Probation

2.6%

State Prison

28.6%

Fine Only

3.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	238	12.6%	87.4%
Black	34	7.4%	92.6%

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 281 cases in Clinton County, 11.5% are dismissed, 88.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Clinton County is 11.5%, based on 281 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 Clinton County takes 3.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

34.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 33.8% have bail set, and 8.1% 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 Clinton County is 88.5%, based on 281 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.

22.9% of Criminal Contempt cases in Clinton County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Clinton County has a 11.5% 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 Clinton County, 26.0% receive a jail sentence, 17.2% receive probation, and 2.6% 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. A Misdemeanor: 13.4% dismissal rate, 86.6% conviction rate (201 cases). E Felony: 7.4% dismissal rate, 92.6% conviction rate (80 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. 281 cases analyzed for Criminal Contempt in Clinton County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com