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

The average case takes 3.4 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 Chenango County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 19.0% dismissal rate (28 cases). B Misdemeanor: 12.5% dismissal rate (24 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in Chenango County, NY — 16.2% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 16.2%, based on 52 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Criminal trespass convictions in Chenango County are substantially more likely than across New York State. The county's 83.8 percent conviction rate far exceeds the statewide average, while its 16.2 percent dismissal rate trails the state average by nearly 25 percentage points. No defendants charged with criminal trespass in Chenango County were acquitted during this period. However, the trend shows movement toward more dismissals: the dismissal rate climbed from zero percent in 2019 to 11.1 percent by 2024, suggesting the county's approach to these cases is gradually shifting.

Most defendants charged with criminal trespass in Chenango County were released before trial, with nearly two-thirds freed on recognizance and only 3.8 percent held without bail. When judges set bail, the median amount was $300. Among those convicted, sentences were split between fines (38.7 percent) and jail time (35.5 percent), with the median case reaching disposition in about three months. Very few convicted defendants received probation as their sole sentence.

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

16.2%

Dismissal Rate

83.8%

Conviction Rate

3.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

16.2%

83.8%

Dismissed 16.2% Convicted 83.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 52 public court records, Chenango County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	28	19.0%	81.0%
B Misdemeanor	24	12.5%	87.5%

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 Chenango County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	6	0.0%	100.0%
2020	12	33.3%	66.7%
2021	6	40.0%	60.0%
2022	7	0.0%	100.0%
2023	8	0.0%	100.0%
2024	13	11.1%	88.9%

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 Trespass in Chenango County are handled at arraignment.

65.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

21.2%

Bail Set

3.8%

Remanded

$300

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.

Sentencing When Convicted

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

35.5%

Jail

3.2%

Probation

38.7%

Fine Only

3.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	49	17.6%	82.4%

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 52 cases in Chenango County, 16.2% are dismissed, 83.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in Chenango County is 16.2%, based on 52 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 Chenango County takes 3.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

65.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 21.2% have bail set, and 3.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $300. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Trespass in Chenango County is 83.8%, based on 52 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.

Charge reduction data is limited for this combination in our records.

Chenango County has a 16.2% 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 Chenango County, 35.5% receive a jail sentence, 3.2% 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: 19.0% dismissal rate, 81.0% conviction rate (28 cases). B Misdemeanor: 12.5% dismissal rate, 87.5% conviction rate (24 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. 52 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in Chenango County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com