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

The average case takes 5.0 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 Lewis County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 47.6% dismissal rate (21 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (14 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Contempt in Lewis County, NY — 32.3% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 32.3%, based on 35 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 Lewis County?

28.6% of Criminal Contempt cases in Lewis County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal contempt cases in Lewis County result in conviction in nearly two-thirds of cases, slightly below the statewide dismissal rate of 33 percent. The county's 32.3 percent dismissal rate tracks closely with statewide patterns, though the trend is moving in the wrong direction for defendants—dismissals dropped from 42.9 percent in 2023 to 35 percent in 2024. With 35 total cases, this small caseload means individual case outcomes carry outsized weight in the statistics.

Among defendants who go to trial and lose, jail time is the most common outcome at 42.9 percent, followed by fines at 28.6 percent. Nearly three in ten contempt charges get reduced to a lesser offense before conviction, with disorderly conduct accounting for 60 percent of those reductions. At pretrial, 39.3 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while 21.4 percent face bail and 7.1 percent are remanded without release. Cases typically resolve in about five months from filing to disposition.

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

32.3%

Dismissal Rate

67.7%

Conviction Rate

5.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

32.3%

67.7%

Dismissed 32.3% Convicted 67.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 35 public court records, Lewis County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	21	47.6%	52.4%
E Felony	14	0.0%	100.0%

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 Lewis County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	10	42.9%	57.1%
2024	21	35.0%	65.0%

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 Lewis County are handled at arraignment.

39.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

21.4%

Bail Set

7.1%

Remanded

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

28.6% of Criminal Contempt cases
in Lewis County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Contempt Disorderly Conduct

3 cases (50.0%)

Criminal Contempt Other

1 cases (16.7%)

Criminal Contempt Kidnapping

1 cases (16.7%)

Criminal Contempt Harassment

1 cases (16.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

42.9%

Jail

14.3%

Probation

28.6%

Fine Only

9.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	34	30.0%	70.0%

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 35 cases in Lewis County, 32.3% are dismissed, 67.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Lewis County is 32.3%, based on 35 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 Lewis County takes 5.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

39.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 21.4% have bail set, and 7.1% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Contempt in Lewis County is 67.7%, based on 35 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.

28.6% of Criminal Contempt cases in Lewis County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Lewis County has a 32.3% 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 Lewis County, 42.9% receive a jail sentence, 14.3% receive probation. 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: 47.6% dismissal rate, 52.4% conviction rate (21 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (14 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. 35 cases analyzed for Criminal Contempt in Lewis County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com