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

The average case takes 7.0 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 Ulster County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 45.8% dismissal rate (298 cases). E Felony: 15.7% dismissal rate (157 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Contempt in Ulster County, NY — 33.5% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 33.5%, based on 461 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 Ulster County?

35.1% of Criminal Contempt cases in Ulster County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Criminal contempt cases in Ulster County result in conviction in about two-thirds of cases, slightly above the statewide dismissal rate of 33 percent. Over 461 cases tracked in Ulster County, the 33.5 percent dismissal rate tracks almost identically with statewide outcomes, suggesting the charge is prosecuted and adjudicated consistently across the state. However, the trend is concerning for defendants: dismissal rates have declined from 41.1 percent in 2019 to 28.9 percent in 2024, indicating prosecutors are securing convictions at higher rates in recent years. No cases resulted in acquittal, meaning outcomes came through dismissal or guilty plea rather than trial.

When charged with criminal contempt in Ulster County, most defendants—56.4 percent—receive release on their own recognizance without bail. Those who do face bail have a median amount of $1,000. Notably, over one-third of charges are reduced to lesser offenses, primarily to harassment (67.2 percent of reductions) or disorderly conduct (29.5 percent). Among those convicted, jail sentences are the most common outcome at 23.9 percent, followed by probation at 13.3 percent, with prison sentences rare at 3.7 percent. Cases typically resolve within seven months.

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

33.5%

Dismissal Rate

66.2%

Conviction Rate

7.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

33.5%

66.2%

Dismissed 33.5% Convicted 66.2% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 461 public court records, Ulster County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	298	45.8%	54.2%
E Felony	157	15.7%	83.5%
B Misdemeanor	6	33.3%	66.7%

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 Ulster County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	78	41.1%	58.9%
2020	55	25.0%	75.0%
2021	68	31.8%	68.2%
2022	59	38.7%	61.3%
2023	78	34.7%	65.3%
2024	123	28.9%	69.7%

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 Ulster County are handled at arraignment.

56.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

19.5%

Bail Set

7.1%

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

35.1% of Criminal Contempt cases
in Ulster County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Contempt Harassment

41 cases (65.1%)

Criminal Contempt Disorderly Conduct

18 cases (28.6%)

Criminal Contempt Traffic Offense

2 cases (3.2%)

Criminal Contempt Strangulation

1 cases (1.6%)

Criminal Contempt Reckless Endangerment

1 cases (1.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

23.9%

Jail

13.3%

Probation

3.7%

State Prison

10.6%

Fine Only

2.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	195	35.7%	64.3%
Black	177	29.6%	69.4%
Hispanic	84	37.5%	62.5%

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 461 cases in Ulster County, 33.5% are dismissed, 66.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Ulster County is 33.5%, based on 461 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 Ulster County takes 7.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

56.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 19.5% have bail set, and 7.1% 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 Ulster County is 66.2%, based on 461 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.

35.1% of Criminal Contempt cases in Ulster County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Ulster County has a 33.5% 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 Ulster County, 23.9% receive a jail sentence, 13.3% receive probation, and 3.7% 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: 45.8% dismissal rate, 54.2% conviction rate (298 cases). E Felony: 15.7% dismissal rate, 83.5% conviction rate (157 cases). B Misdemeanor: 33.3% dismissal rate, 66.7% conviction rate (6 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. 461 cases analyzed for Criminal Contempt in Ulster County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com