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

The average case takes 6.4 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 Ontario County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 30.6% dismissal rate (176 cases). E Felony: 17.0% dismissal rate (112 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Contempt in Ontario County, NY — 25.1% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 25.1%, based on 289 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 Ontario County?

29.3% of Criminal Contempt cases in Ontario County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Criminal contempt cases in Ontario County result in conviction in nearly three out of four instances, a substantially higher rate than the statewide average of 66.0 percent dismissal and conviction combined. Ontario County's dismissal rate of 25.1 percent runs 7.9 percentage points below the statewide average, indicating that contempt charges proceed to conviction more readily here than across New York. The trend compounds this pattern: dismissals have declined from 36.0 percent in 2019 to 33.3 percent in 2024, suggesting contempt charges have become harder to defeat over the past several years. Cases take approximately six months to resolve.

Nearly three in ten contempt charges get reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to harassment or disorderly conduct. Of defendants charged with criminal contempt, about one-third receive release on their own recognizance, another third have bail set at a median of $1,000, and 6.6 percent are remanded. Among those convicted, jail sentences are most common at 28.2 percent of outcomes, followed by probation at 18.4 percent and prison sentences at 10.3 percent. A meaningful portion—5.2 percent—receive credit for time already served.

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

25.1%

Dismissal Rate

74.0%

Conviction Rate

6.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

25.1%

74.0%

Dismissed 25.1% Convicted 74.0% Acquitted 0.4%

Source: 289 public court records, Ontario County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	176	30.6%	68.7%
E Felony	112	17.0%	82.0%

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 Ontario County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	29	36.0%	64.0%
2020	47	36.6%	61.0%
2021	49	16.3%	81.4%
2022	51	12.8%	87.2%
2023	61	20.8%	79.2%
2024	52	33.3%	66.7%

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 Ontario County are handled at arraignment.

33.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

31.4%

Bail Set

6.6%

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

29.3% of Criminal Contempt cases
in Ontario County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Contempt Harassment

25 cases (53.2%)

Criminal Contempt Disorderly Conduct

19 cases (40.4%)

Criminal Contempt Obstruction

1 cases (2.1%)

Criminal Contempt Fraud

1 cases (2.1%)

Criminal Contempt Endangering Welfare of a Child

1 cases (2.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

28.2%

Jail

18.4%

Probation

10.3%

State Prison

5.7%

Fine Only

5.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	160	23.7%	74.8%
Black	81	23.2%	76.8%
Hispanic	48	35.5%	64.5%

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 289 cases in Ontario County, 25.1% are dismissed, 74.0% result in conviction, and 0.4% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Ontario County is 25.1%, based on 289 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 Ontario County takes 6.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

33.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 31.4% have bail set, and 6.6% 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 Ontario County is 74.0%, based on 289 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.

29.3% of Criminal Contempt cases in Ontario County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Ontario County has a 25.1% 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 Ontario County, 28.2% receive a jail sentence, 18.4% receive probation, and 10.3% 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. A Misdemeanor: 30.6% dismissal rate, 68.7% conviction rate (176 cases). E Felony: 17.0% dismissal rate, 82.0% conviction rate (112 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. 289 cases analyzed for Criminal Contempt in Ontario County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com