How long does a Criminal Trespass case take in St. Lawrence County?

The average case takes 5.6 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 St. Lawrence County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 40.0% dismissal rate (123 cases). B Misdemeanor: 55.6% dismissal rate (76 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in St. Lawrence County, NY — 46.4% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in St. Lawrence County?

The dismissal rate is 46.4%, based on 199 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 St. Lawrence County?

8.5% of Criminal Trespass cases in St. Lawrence County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Criminal trespass cases in St. Lawrence County end in dismissal at a notably higher rate than the state average, with 46.4% of the 199 cases dismissed compared to 41% statewide—a meaningful 5.4 percentage point difference. However, this county advantage has weakened over time. Dismissal rates here have declined sharply from 63.6% in 2019 to 43.3% in 2024, suggesting prosecutors are securing convictions at a faster pace now. The 53.6% conviction rate reflects a shift toward more cases reaching guilty verdicts, with no acquittals recorded in this dataset.

Most defendants charged with criminal trespass receive release before trial, with 59.1% released on their own recognizance and only 0.5% remanded. When convictions occur, financial penalties dominate outcomes: 61% of convicted defendants receive fines, while jail sentences affect just 5.1%. Fewer than 9% of cases result in charge reductions, though when reductions happen, half go to the lesser charge of harassment. Cases take approximately 168 days from charge to resolution, providing a timeline for case processing in the county.

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

46.4%

Dismissal Rate

53.6%

Conviction Rate

5.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

46.4%

53.6%

Dismissed 46.4% Convicted 53.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 199 public court records, St. Lawrence County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	123	40.0%	60.0%
B Misdemeanor	76	55.6%	44.4%

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 St. Lawrence County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	12	63.6%	36.4%
2020	13	81.8%	18.2%
2021	24	50.0%	50.0%
2022	37	23.8%	76.2%
2023	41	42.3%	57.7%
2024	71	43.3%	56.7%

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 St. Lawrence County are handled at arraignment.

59.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.1%

Bail Set

0.0%

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

8.5% of Criminal Trespass cases
in St. Lawrence County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Trespass Harassment

2 cases (40.0%)

Criminal Trespass Escape / Bail Jumping

1 cases (20.0%)

Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct

1 cases (20.0%)

Criminal Trespass Criminal Contempt

1 cases (20.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Trespass convictions in St. Lawrence County.

5.1%

Jail

1.7%

Probation

61.0%

Fine Only

3.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	186	46.6%	53.4%

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 199 cases in St. Lawrence County, 46.4% are dismissed, 53.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in St. Lawrence County is 46.4%, based on 199 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 St. Lawrence County takes 5.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

59.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.1% have bail set, and 0.0% 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 St. Lawrence County is 53.6%, based on 199 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.

8.5% of Criminal Trespass cases in St. Lawrence County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

St. Lawrence County has a 46.4% 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 St. Lawrence County, 5.1% receive a jail sentence, 1.7% 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: 40.0% dismissal rate, 60.0% conviction rate (123 cases). B Misdemeanor: 55.6% dismissal rate, 44.4% conviction rate (76 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. 199 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in St. Lawrence County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com