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

The average case takes 2.3 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 Montgomery County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 13.3% dismissal rate (18 cases). B Misdemeanor: 14.3% dismissal rate (10 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in Montgomery County, NY — 13.6% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 13.6%, based on 28 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 Montgomery County?

47.4% of Criminal Trespass cases in Montgomery County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal trespass cases in Montgomery County result in conviction far more often than statewide patterns suggest. The county's 86.4% conviction rate contrasts sharply with a 41% statewide dismissal rate, meaning Montgomery County prosecutors secure convictions in these cases at notably higher rates. This gap—27.4 percentage points below the state average for dismissals—suggests trespass charges are pursued aggressively here and rarely dropped. The trend is moving further in that direction, with dismissal rates declining from 16.7% in 2021 to 11.1% in 2024, indicating prosecutors have become even more likely to see these cases through to conviction.

Charge reductions offer defendants a partial counterbalance. Nearly half of trespass cases (47.4%) are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly disorderly conduct or harassment, which carry lighter penalties. Most defendants receive pretrial release: 60.7% are released on their own recognizance without bail, while those who have bail set face a median of $1.00. When convicted, defendants rarely see jail time—only 15.8% receive incarceration, while 57.9% face fines. This suggests Montgomery County treats resolved trespass cases as primarily financial matters rather than custody cases, though the high conviction rate means most defendants will face some penalty.

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

13.6%

Dismissal Rate

86.4%

Conviction Rate

2.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

13.6%

86.4%

Dismissed 13.6% Convicted 86.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 28 public court records, Montgomery County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	18	13.3%	86.7%
B Misdemeanor	10	14.3%	85.7%

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 Montgomery County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2021	8	16.7%	83.3%
2024	11	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 Montgomery County are handled at arraignment.

60.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

14.3%

Bail Set

3.6%

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

47.4% of Criminal Trespass cases
in Montgomery County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct

5 cases (55.6%)

Criminal Trespass Harassment

4 cases (44.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

15.8%

Jail

5.3%

Probation

57.9%

Fine Only

10.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	12	20.0%	80.0%
Hispanic	11	11.1%	88.9%

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 28 cases in Montgomery County, 13.6% are dismissed, 86.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 2.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in Montgomery County is 13.6%, based on 28 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 Montgomery County takes 2.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

60.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.3% have bail set, and 3.6% 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 Montgomery County is 86.4%, based on 28 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.

47.4% of Criminal Trespass cases in Montgomery County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Montgomery County has a 13.6% 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 Montgomery County, 15.8% receive a jail sentence, 5.3% 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: 13.3% dismissal rate, 86.7% conviction rate (18 cases). B Misdemeanor: 14.3% dismissal rate, 85.7% conviction rate (10 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. 28 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in Montgomery County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com