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

The average case takes 7.6 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 Sullivan County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 35.0% dismissal rate (54 cases). E Felony: 20.0% dismissal rate (36 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Contempt in Sullivan County, NY — 29.6% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 29.6%, based on 91 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 Sullivan County?

46.0% of Criminal Contempt cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal contempt in Sullivan County results in conviction in roughly 70% of cases, slightly below the statewide dismissal average of 33%. The county's 29.6% dismissal rate is 3.4 percentage points lower than the statewide norm, suggesting these charges proceed to conviction more often here than elsewhere. No defendants have been acquitted in the 91 cases examined. A notable trend emerges from 2020 to 2024: dismissals have risen sharply from zero to 35.7%, indicating an increasing tendency to resolve these cases without conviction in recent years. Cases average 229 days to disposition.

Nearly half of all criminal contempt charges in Sullivan County—46%—get reduced to a lesser offense, most commonly disorderly conduct in roughly 74% of reductions. Among those convicted, jail time is the most frequent sentence at 30%, followed by fines at 22% and time served at 16%. Prison sentences occur in 8% of convictions. At the pretrial stage, 42.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while 22.4% have bail set at a median of $5,000.50. Only 5.3% are remanded without bail.

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

29.6%

Dismissal Rate

70.4%

Conviction Rate

7.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

29.6%

70.4%

Dismissed 29.6% Convicted 70.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 91 public court records, Sullivan County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	54	35.0%	65.0%
E Felony	36	20.0%	80.0%

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 Sullivan County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	10	0.0%	100.0%
2023	36	38.5%	61.5%
2024	37	35.7%	64.3%

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 Sullivan County are handled at arraignment.

42.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

22.4%

Bail Set

5.3%

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

46.0% of Criminal Contempt cases
in Sullivan County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Contempt Disorderly Conduct

14 cases (66.7%)

Criminal Contempt Harassment

3 cases (14.3%)

Criminal Contempt Strangulation

2 cases (9.5%)

Criminal Contempt Traffic Offense

1 cases (4.8%)

Criminal Contempt DWI / DUI

1 cases (4.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

30.0%

Jail

10.0%

Probation

8.0%

State Prison

22.0%

Fine Only

16.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	44	35.3%	64.7%
Black	28	19.0%	81.0%
Hispanic	18	26.7%	73.3%

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 91 cases in Sullivan County, 29.6% are dismissed, 70.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Sullivan County is 29.6%, based on 91 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 Sullivan County takes 7.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

42.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 22.4% have bail set, and 5.3% 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 Sullivan County is 70.4%, based on 91 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.

46.0% of Criminal Contempt cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Sullivan County has a 29.6% 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 Sullivan County, 30.0% receive a jail sentence, 10.0% receive probation, and 8.0% 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: 35.0% dismissal rate, 65.0% conviction rate (54 cases). E Felony: 20.0% dismissal rate, 80.0% conviction rate (36 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. 91 cases analyzed for Criminal Contempt in Sullivan County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com