Criminal Trespass in Monroe County
313 cases · Monroe County Courts · DCJS Data
Criminal trespass cases in Monroe County are dismissed at a significantly higher rate than the statewide average. Of 313 cases, 63.5% ended in dismissal compared to 41% statewide—a 22.5 percentage point advantage for defendants. The 36.5% conviction rate reflects how prosecutors and courts in this county handle the charge differently than elsewhere in the state. The dismissal trend has strengthened over the past six years, rising from 60.5% in 2019 to 67.2% in 2024, suggesting the county's approach to these cases continues to shift away from prosecution.
Most defendants charged with criminal trespass in Monroe County are released before trial: 44.7% were released on recognizance and 9.3% had bail set at a median of $100. Only 1.3% were remanded. Among those convicted, outcomes varied widely—20.8% served only time already in custody, 15.6% received jail sentences, and 3.1% paid fines. Nearly half of all cases (47.9%) resulted in charge reductions, predominantly to disorderly conduct (87% of reductions), suggesting prosecutors commonly negotiate these charges downward during the process.
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
Case Outcomes
Source: 313 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Criminal Trespass in Monroe County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Misdemeanor | 191 | 62.0% | 38.0% |
| B Misdemeanor | 122 | 66.0% | 34.0% |
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 Monroe County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 44 | 60.5% | 39.5% |
| 2020 | 33 | 76.7% | 23.3% |
| 2021 | 30 | 58.3% | 41.7% |
| 2022 | 44 | 63.9% | 36.1% |
| 2023 | 86 | 58.8% | 41.2% |
| 2024 | 75 | 67.2% | 32.8% |
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 Monroe County are handled at arraignment.
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
in Monroe County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Trespass convictions in Monroe County.
47.9% of Criminal Trespass cases in Monroe County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.
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Case outcome rates by race for Criminal Trespass in Monroe County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 170 | 61.4% | 38.6% |
| White | 93 | 64.0% | 36.0% |
| Hispanic | 42 | 68.6% | 31.4% |
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.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 313 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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