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

The average case takes 6.3 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 Onondaga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 53.4% dismissal rate (233 cases). A Misdemeanor: 63.9% dismissal rate (199 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in Onondaga County, NY — 58.5% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 58.5%, based on 434 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 Onondaga County?

34.4% of Criminal Trespass cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal trespass cases in Onondaga County are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the statewide average, with 58.5% of the 434 cases resulting in dismissal compared to 41.0% statewide—a significant 17.5 percentage point difference. This county's dismissal rate has also been climbing markedly over the past five years, rising from 36.2% in 2019 to 69.2% in 2024. Convictions occur in 40.8% of cases, with no acquittals recorded, indicating that outcomes largely split between dismissal and conviction rather than trial resolution.

When cases proceed to sentencing after conviction, most defendants receive time-served credit rather than additional incarceration, with 26.4% sentenced that way compared to just 4.8% receiving jail time. More than one-third of trespass charges are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to disorderly conduct in 57.5% of those reductions. Pretrial, nearly half of defendants are released on their own recognizance without bail conditions, while roughly one-fifth have bail set with a median amount of $100. The typical case takes about six months to resolve.

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

58.5%

Dismissal Rate

40.8%

Conviction Rate

6.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

58.5%

40.8%

Dismissed 58.5% Convicted 40.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 434 public court records, Onondaga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	233	53.4%	46.6%
A Misdemeanor	199	63.9%	34.8%

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 Onondaga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	104	36.2%	62.5%
2020	48	62.9%	37.1%
2021	65	61.9%	35.7%
2022	67	64.7%	35.3%
2023	91	71.2%	28.8%
2024	59	69.2%	30.8%

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 Onondaga County are handled at arraignment.

47.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

19.6%

Bail Set

0.2%

Remanded

$100

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

34.4% of Criminal Trespass cases
in Onondaga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct

23 cases (54.8%)

Criminal Trespass Harassment

15 cases (35.7%)

Criminal Trespass Criminal Contempt

2 cases (4.8%)

Criminal Trespass Obstruction

1 cases (2.4%)

Criminal Trespass Corrections Violation

1 cases (2.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

4.8%

Jail

0.8%

Probation

0.8%

Fine Only

26.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	271	60.3%	39.1%
White	125	54.7%	44.2%
Hispanic	29	52.6%	47.4%

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 434 cases in Onondaga County, 58.5% are dismissed, 40.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in Onondaga County is 58.5%, based on 434 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 Onondaga County takes 6.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

47.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 19.6% have bail set, and 0.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $100. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Trespass in Onondaga County is 40.8%, based on 434 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.

34.4% of Criminal Trespass cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Onondaga County has a 58.5% 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 Onondaga County, 4.8% receive a jail sentence, 0.8% 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: 53.4% dismissal rate, 46.6% conviction rate (233 cases). A Misdemeanor: 63.9% dismissal rate, 34.8% conviction rate (199 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. 434 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in Onondaga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com