How long does a Criminal Trespass case take in Cayuga County?

The average case takes 4.0 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 Trespass in Cayuga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 6.4% dismissal rate (130 cases). B Misdemeanor: 18.2% dismissal rate (18 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in Cayuga County, NY — 7.3% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in Cayuga County?

The dismissal rate is 7.3%, based on 150 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Criminal Trespass charges reduced in Cayuga County?

13.2% of Criminal Trespass cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Criminal trespass cases in Cayuga County result in conviction in nearly 93 percent of prosecutions, far exceeding the statewide dismissal rate of 41 percent. The county's 7.3 percent dismissal rate is 34 percentage points below the state average, indicating trespass charges here proceed to conviction much more consistently than elsewhere in New York. No defendants were acquitted in the 150 cases analyzed. Between 2019 and 2024, dismissals declined sharply—from 8.3 percent to zero—suggesting prosecutorial practices or court outcomes have shifted to favor conviction more heavily over time.

Most defendants in trespass cases secured pretrial release without bail, with 72.7 percent released on their own recognizance and only 4.7 percent remanded. When bail was set, the median amount was minimal at $1. Among convicted defendants, jail sentences were most common at 16.7 percent, while probation occurred in 11.4 percent of cases. About 13 percent of charges were reduced before disposition, predominantly to criminal contempt (64.3 percent of reductions) or disorderly conduct (28.6 percent), allowing some defendants to resolve cases on lesser charges.

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

7.3%

Dismissal Rate

92.7%

Conviction Rate

4.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

92.7%

Dismissed 7.3% Convicted 92.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 150 public court records, Cayuga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Criminal Trespass in Cayuga County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	130	6.4%	93.6%
B Misdemeanor	18	18.2%	81.8%

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 Trespass outcomes in Cayuga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	14	8.3%	91.7%
2020	18	27.8%	72.2%
2021	13	8.3%	91.7%
2022	61	5.1%	94.9%
2023	22	0.0%	100.0%
2024	20	0.0%	100.0%

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 Trespass in Cayuga County are handled at arraignment.

72.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.0%

Bail Set

4.7%

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

13.2% of Criminal Trespass cases
in Cayuga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Trespass Criminal Contempt

9 cases (60.0%)

Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct

4 cases (26.7%)

Criminal Trespass Burglary

1 cases (6.7%)

Criminal Trespass Assault

1 cases (6.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Trespass convictions in Cayuga County.

16.7%

Jail

11.4%

Probation

0.9%

State Prison

2.6%

Fine Only

2.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	115	6.4%	93.6%
Black	34	10.7%	89.3%

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 150 cases in Cayuga County, 7.3% are dismissed, 92.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in Cayuga County is 7.3%, based on 150 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Criminal Trespass case in Cayuga County takes 4.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

72.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.0% have bail set, and 4.7% 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 Trespass in Cayuga County is 92.7%, based on 150 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.

13.2% of Criminal Trespass cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Cayuga County has a 7.3% dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Criminal Trespass overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Criminal Trespass in Cayuga County, 16.7% receive a jail sentence, 11.4% receive probation, and 0.9% 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: 6.4% dismissal rate, 93.6% conviction rate (130 cases). B Misdemeanor: 18.2% dismissal rate, 81.8% conviction rate (18 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. 150 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in Cayuga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com