How long does a Criminal Possession of Stolen Property case take in Chautauqua 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 Possession of Stolen Property in Chautauqua County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Chautauqua County, NY — 24.6% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Chautauqua County?

The dismissal rate is 24.6%, based on 86 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Criminal possession of stolen property convictions are significantly more common in Chautauqua County than statewide. The county's 75.4% conviction rate contrasts sharply with a 24.6% dismissal rate that sits well below the statewide average of 35.8%—a gap of 11.2 percentage points suggesting prosecutors here pursue these cases more aggressively or evidence standards differ. However, dismissals have been trending upward since 2019, rising from 11.1% to 23.1%, indicating a modest shift toward more cases being dropped or resolved without conviction. Cases resolve relatively quickly, with a median time to disposition of 149 days.

When defendants are convicted, jail time and time-served sentences are most common, each accounting for about 19% of outcomes. Before trial, nearly half of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while 16.3% have bail set, typically at minimal levels given the median bail amount of $1. Notably, nearly a third of charges are reduced—most often to disorderly conduct (66.7% of reductions)—which can significantly affect both conviction likelihood and sentencing severity. These reductions represent a pathway to lesser outcomes even when dismissal does not occur.

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

24.6%

Dismissal Rate

75.4%

Conviction Rate

5.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

24.6%

75.4%

Dismissed 24.6% Convicted 75.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 86 public court records, Chautauqua County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Criminal Possession of Stolen Property outcomes in Chautauqua County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	10	11.1%	88.9%
2020	15	33.3%	66.7%
2021	11	33.3%	66.7%
2022	17	46.2%	53.8%
2023	17	6.2%	93.8%
2024	16	23.1%	76.9%

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 Possession of Stolen Property in Chautauqua County are handled at arraignment.

46.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

16.3%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$1

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

32.7% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases
in Chautauqua County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Disorderly Conduct

10 cases (58.8%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Other

3 cases (17.6%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Petit Larceny

2 cases (11.8%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Escape / Bail Jumping

1 cases (5.9%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Criminal Trespass

1 cases (5.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property convictions in Chautauqua County.

19.2%

Jail

9.6%

Probation

1.9%

State Prison

3.8%

Fine Only

19.2%

Time Served

32.7% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Chautauqua County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Chautauqua County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	67	25.9%	74.1%
Hispanic	10	20.0%	80.0%

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 86 cases in Chautauqua County, 24.6% are dismissed, 75.4% 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 Possession of Stolen Property in Chautauqua County is 24.6%, based on 86 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Criminal Possession of Stolen Property case in Chautauqua County takes 5.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

46.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 16.3% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Chautauqua County is 75.4%, based on 86 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.

32.7% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Chautauqua County has a 24.6% dismissal rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Criminal Possession of Stolen Property overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Chautauqua County, 19.2% receive a jail sentence, 9.6% receive probation, and 1.9% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 86 cases analyzed for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Chautauqua County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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