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

The average case takes 4.8 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 Steuben County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 27.1% dismissal rate (303 cases). E Felony: 8.3% dismissal rate (125 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Contempt in Steuben County, NY — 21.4% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 21.4%, based on 429 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 Steuben County?

19.1% of Criminal Contempt cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal contempt cases in Steuben County result in conviction far more often than statewide patterns suggest. With a 77.9% conviction rate and only 21.4% dismissal rate, Steuben County convicts defendants on contempt charges at substantially higher rates than the state average, which dismisses 33% of such cases. This 11.6 percentage point gap indicates that contempt charges in this county proceed to conviction more frequently. The trend is moving in defendants' favor, though gradually—dismissals have climbed from 6.7% in 2019 to 16.4% in 2024, suggesting the county's approach to these charges may be shifting over time.

Among defendants released pretrial, half receive release on their own recognizance while 27.7% have bail set at a median of $500. About 5% are remanded without release. When convictions occur, jail sentences are the most common outcome at 25.1%, followed by probation at 16.3% and prison at 13%. Notably, nearly one-fifth of contempt charges are reduced before trial, with disorderly conduct absorbing 82.9% of those reductions. This reduction pathway suggests many contempt cases resolve at a lesser charge rather than proceeding through full adjudication.

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

21.4%

Dismissal Rate

77.9%

Conviction Rate

4.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

21.4%

77.9%

Dismissed 21.4% Convicted 77.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 429 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	303	27.1%	71.9%
E Felony	125	8.3%	91.7%

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 Steuben County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	37	6.7%	90.0%
2020	50	24.3%	75.7%
2021	47	12.1%	87.9%
2022	80	17.8%	82.2%
2023	109	36.0%	64.0%
2024	105	16.4%	81.8%

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 Steuben County are handled at arraignment.

50.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

27.7%

Bail Set

5.2%

Remanded

$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

19.1% of Criminal Contempt cases
in Steuben County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Contempt Disorderly Conduct

29 cases (74.4%)

Criminal Contempt Other

4 cases (10.3%)

Criminal Contempt Obstruction

2 cases (5.1%)

Criminal Contempt Harassment

2 cases (5.1%)

Criminal Contempt Assault

2 cases (5.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

25.1%

Jail

16.3%

Probation

13.0%

State Prison

12.6%

Fine Only

1.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	351	22.9%	77.1%
Black	56	9.1%	84.8%
Hispanic	19	27.3%	72.7%

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 429 cases in Steuben County, 21.4% are dismissed, 77.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Steuben County is 21.4%, based on 429 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 Steuben County takes 4.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

50.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 27.7% have bail set, and 5.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Contempt in Steuben County is 77.9%, based on 429 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.

19.1% of Criminal Contempt cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Steuben County has a 21.4% 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 Steuben County, 25.1% receive a jail sentence, 16.3% receive probation, and 13.0% 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: 27.1% dismissal rate, 71.9% conviction rate (303 cases). E Felony: 8.3% dismissal rate, 91.7% conviction rate (125 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. 429 cases analyzed for Criminal Contempt in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com