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

The average case takes 4.0 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 Steuben County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 32.6% dismissal rate (63 cases). B Misdemeanor: 30.0% dismissal rate (41 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in Steuben County, NY — 31.7% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 31.7%, based on 104 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 Steuben County?

9.3% of Criminal Trespass cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal trespass cases in Steuben County result in conviction at a notably higher rate than the statewide average. Over the six-year period, defendants faced a 68.3% conviction rate compared to a 41% dismissal rate statewide, placing Steuben County 9.3 percentage points below the state average for dismissals. The trend has moved in the prosecution's direction—dismissal rates declined from 28.6% in 2019 to 23.5% in 2024. Cases resolve relatively quickly, with a median of 119 days to disposition.

Most defendants are released before trial on their own recognizance, with 67.3% released without bail. When bail is set, the typical amount is minimal. Among those convicted, outcomes lean toward financial penalties rather than incarceration; 27.9% receive fines while only 11.6% receive jail sentences. Charge reductions occur in roughly one in eleven cases, with trespass most commonly reduced to disorderly conduct, which accounts for half of all reductions.

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

31.7%

Dismissal Rate

68.3%

Conviction Rate

4.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

31.7%

68.3%

Dismissed 31.7% Convicted 68.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 104 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	63	32.6%	67.4%
B Misdemeanor	41	30.0%	70.0%

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 Steuben County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	9	28.6%	71.4%
2020	6	25.0%	75.0%
2021	13	16.7%	83.3%
2022	15	20.0%	80.0%
2023	28	52.6%	47.4%
2024	33	23.5%	76.5%

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 Steuben County are handled at arraignment.

67.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.6%

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

9.3% of Criminal Trespass cases
in Steuben County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct

2 cases (50.0%)

Criminal Trespass Official Misconduct

1 cases (25.0%)

Criminal Trespass Criminal Contempt

1 cases (25.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

11.6%

Jail

27.9%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	86	37.0%	63.0%
Black	12	0.0%	100.0%

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 104 cases in Steuben County, 31.7% are dismissed, 68.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in Steuben County is 31.7%, based on 104 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 Steuben County takes 4.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

67.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.6% 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 Steuben County is 68.3%, based on 104 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.

9.3% of Criminal Trespass cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Steuben County has a 31.7% 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 Steuben County, 11.6% receive a jail sentence. 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: 32.6% dismissal rate, 67.4% conviction rate (63 cases). B Misdemeanor: 30.0% dismissal rate, 70.0% conviction rate (41 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. 104 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com