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

The average case takes 4.9 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 Herkimer County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (34 cases). A Misdemeanor: 14.3% dismissal rate (34 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Contempt in Herkimer County, NY — 6.9% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 6.9%, based on 68 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 Herkimer County?

31.5% of Criminal Contempt cases in Herkimer County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal contempt cases in Herkimer County result in conviction 93.1% of the time, dramatically higher than the 67% conviction rate statewide. Dismissals occur in fewer than 7% of cases here compared to 33% across New York, a 26-point gap suggesting the county prosecutes these charges more aggressively or that judges apply stricter standards before dropping them. The trend is slightly improving for defendants—dismissal rates have crept up from zero in 2019 to nearly 6% by 2024—but Herkimer County still removes far fewer cases than other counties. Cases move through the system in about five months on average.

Over half of pretrial defendants are released without bail, though 30% face bail amounts with a median of $5,000. When convictions occur, roughly one-third receive fines as the primary sentence, while jail and probation each apply to about 19% of convicted defendants. Notably, nearly a third of charges get reduced before trial, predominantly to disorderly conduct, which may reflect plea negotiations. The combination of high conviction rates and frequent charge reductions suggests many defendants resolve cases through guilty pleas to lesser offenses rather than facing full contempt charges at trial.

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

6.9%

Dismissal Rate

93.1%

Conviction Rate

4.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

93.1%

Dismissed 6.9% Convicted 93.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 68 public court records, Herkimer County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	34	0.0%	100.0%
A Misdemeanor	34	14.3%	85.7%

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 Herkimer County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	6	0.0%	100.0%
2021	9	0.0%	100.0%
2022	7	20.0%	80.0%
2023	22	10.0%	90.0%
2024	19	5.9%	94.1%

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 Herkimer County are handled at arraignment.

42.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

29.5%

Bail Set

8.2%

Remanded

$5,000

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

31.5% of Criminal Contempt cases
in Herkimer County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Contempt Disorderly Conduct

8 cases (50.0%)

Criminal Contempt Harassment

3 cases (18.8%)

Criminal Contempt Other

2 cases (12.5%)

Criminal Contempt Criminal Trespass

2 cases (12.5%)

Criminal Contempt Assault

1 cases (6.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

18.5%

Jail

18.5%

Probation

9.3%

State Prison

33.3%

Fine Only

9.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Criminal Contempt in Herkimer 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	7.8%	92.2%

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 68 cases in Herkimer County, 6.9% are dismissed, 93.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Herkimer County is 6.9%, based on 68 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 Herkimer County takes 4.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

42.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 29.5% have bail set, and 8.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Contempt in Herkimer County is 93.1%, based on 68 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.

31.5% of Criminal Contempt cases in Herkimer County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Herkimer County has a 6.9% 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 Herkimer County, 18.5% receive a jail sentence, 18.5% receive probation, and 9.3% 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. E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (34 cases). A Misdemeanor: 14.3% dismissal rate, 85.7% conviction rate (34 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. 68 cases analyzed for Criminal Contempt in Herkimer County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com