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

The average case takes 3.0 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 Chemung County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 55.2% dismissal rate (171 cases). A Misdemeanor: 43.5% dismissal rate (125 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in Chemung County, NY — 50.0% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 50.0%, based on 297 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 Chemung County?

16.2% of Criminal Trespass cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal trespass cases in Chemung County split evenly between dismissal and conviction, with defendants experiencing significantly better odds than the statewide average. The county's 50 percent dismissal rate runs nine percentage points above New York's 41 percent statewide average, suggesting prosecutors or judges in Chemung handle these cases more conservatively. Over the 2019-2024 period, dismissal rates have edged upward from 34.4 to 35.6 percent, indicating a modest trend toward more cases being dropped or acquitted rather than resulting in conviction.

Pretrial conditions remain relatively lenient, with nearly 71 percent of defendants released on their own recognizance and median bail set at just $1. Among the half of defendants who are convicted, fines dominate sentencing at 61.6 percent of cases, while jail time occurs in about 11 percent. Notably, 16.2 percent of charges are reduced before trial, most often to disorderly conduct or harassment. This combination of high dismissal rates, accessible pretrial release, and frequent charge reductions suggests criminal trespass prosecutions in this county rarely result in serious consequences.

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

50.0%

Dismissal Rate

50.0%

Conviction Rate

3.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

50.0%

Dismissed 50.0% Convicted 50.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 297 public court records, Chemung County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	171	55.2%	44.8%
A Misdemeanor	125	43.5%	56.5%

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 Chemung County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	37	34.4%	65.6%
2020	39	72.7%	27.3%
2021	34	66.7%	33.3%
2022	29	45.5%	54.5%
2023	85	45.5%	54.5%
2024	70	35.6%	64.4%

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 Chemung County are handled at arraignment.

70.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

23.6%

Bail Set

0.3%

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

16.2% of Criminal Trespass cases
in Chemung County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct

5 cases (33.3%)

Criminal Trespass Harassment

4 cases (26.7%)

Criminal Trespass Criminal Contempt

4 cases (26.7%)

Criminal Trespass Other

1 cases (6.7%)

Criminal Trespass Official Misconduct

1 cases (6.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

11.1%

Jail

1.0%

Probation

61.6%

Fine Only

16.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	200	52.8%	47.2%
Black	81	40.8%	59.2%
Hispanic	16	57.1%	42.9%

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 297 cases in Chemung County, 50.0% are dismissed, 50.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in Chemung County is 50.0%, based on 297 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 Chemung County takes 3.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

70.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 23.6% have bail set, and 0.3% 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 Chemung County is 50.0%, based on 297 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.

16.2% of Criminal Trespass cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Chemung County has a 50.0% 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 Chemung County, 11.1% receive a jail sentence, 1.0% 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. B Misdemeanor: 55.2% dismissal rate, 44.8% conviction rate (171 cases). A Misdemeanor: 43.5% dismissal rate, 56.5% conviction rate (125 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. 297 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in Chemung County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com