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

The average case takes 4.3 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 Chautauqua County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 30.2% dismissal rate (203 cases). B Misdemeanor: 27.1% dismissal rate (127 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in Chautauqua County, NY — 29.1% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 29.1%, based on 330 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 Chautauqua County?

17.2% of Criminal Trespass cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Criminal trespass cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction at notably high rates compared to the state. The 70.4% conviction rate paired with a 29.1% dismissal rate is 11.9 percentage points lower than the statewide dismissal average of 41%, meaning cases here are significantly less likely to be dropped. Over the past six years, dismissals have trended downward, falling from 35.5% in 2019 to just 18.9% in 2024. This shift suggests prosecutors or courts are handling these cases with increasing severity in Chautauqua County, or defendants face steeper evidentiary hurdles at disposition.

Most defendants charged with criminal trespass are released before trial without bail—65% receive release on their own recognizance. When bail is set, the median amount is minimal at $1.00. Among those convicted, jail time is the most common sentence at 16.7% of cases, though nearly one-third of convictions result in either probation, fines, or time already served. Notably, 17.2% of charges get reduced, predominantly to harassment (50% of reductions) or disorderly conduct (37.5%), providing an alternative path to conviction on a lesser charge before trial.

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

29.1%

Dismissal Rate

70.4%

Conviction Rate

4.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

29.1%

70.4%

Dismissed 29.1% Convicted 70.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 330 public court records, Chautauqua County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	203	30.2%	69.1%
B Misdemeanor	127	27.1%	72.9%

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 Chautauqua County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	38	35.5%	64.5%
2020	46	60.0%	37.1%
2021	40	37.5%	62.5%
2022	44	21.2%	78.8%
2023	98	18.6%	81.4%
2024	63	18.9%	81.1%

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 Chautauqua County are handled at arraignment.

65.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

6.7%

Bail Set

0.6%

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

17.2% of Criminal Trespass cases
in Chautauqua County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Trespass Harassment

12 cases (42.9%)

Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct

9 cases (32.1%)

Criminal Trespass Criminal Contempt

3 cases (10.7%)

Criminal Trespass Official Misconduct

2 cases (7.1%)

Criminal Trespass Identity Theft

2 cases (7.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

16.7%

Jail

8.0%

Probation

4.0%

Fine Only

13.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Criminal Trespass 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	241	31.6%	67.8%
Black	51	27.5%	72.5%
Hispanic	33	16.0%	84.0%

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 330 cases in Chautauqua County, 29.1% are dismissed, 70.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in Chautauqua County is 29.1%, based on 330 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 Chautauqua County takes 4.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

65.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 6.7% have bail set, and 0.6% 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 Chautauqua County is 70.4%, based on 330 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.

17.2% of Criminal Trespass cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Chautauqua County has a 29.1% 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 Chautauqua County, 16.7% receive a jail sentence, 8.0% receive probation. 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: 30.2% dismissal rate, 69.1% conviction rate (203 cases). B Misdemeanor: 27.1% dismissal rate, 72.9% conviction rate (127 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. 330 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in Chautauqua County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com