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

The average case takes 6.0 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 Sullivan County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 38.5% dismissal rate (21 cases). A Misdemeanor: 50.0% dismissal rate (6 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in Sullivan County, NY — 42.1% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 42.1%, based on 27 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 Sullivan County?

27.3% of Criminal Trespass cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal trespass cases in Sullivan County are dismissed at a slightly higher rate than the statewide average, with 42.1 percent of cases dismissed compared to 41.0 percent statewide. The 57.9 percent conviction rate reflects how these cases typically resolve in the county, with no acquittals recorded in the sample. Dismissals have trended upward over the past two years, rising from 33.3 percent in 2023 to 43.8 percent in 2024, suggesting evolving prosecution or judicial patterns in how the charge is handled locally.

Among defendants charged with criminal trespass, 40.7 percent were released on their own recognizance before trial, while very few faced bail or remand. Cases took a median of 181 days to reach disposition. When convictions occurred, fines were the most common outcome at 54.5 percent of sentences, with smaller portions resulting in jail time or time-served credit. About 27.3 percent of charges were reduced, predominantly to disorderly conduct in roughly two-thirds of those reductions, indicating prosecutors frequently lower the severity before resolution.

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

42.1%

Dismissal Rate

57.9%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

42.1%

57.9%

Dismissed 42.1% Convicted 57.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 27 public court records, Sullivan County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	21	38.5%	61.5%
A Misdemeanor	6	50.0%	50.0%

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 Sullivan County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	5	33.3%	66.7%
2024	22	43.8%	56.2%

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 Sullivan County are handled at arraignment.

40.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

3.7%

Bail Set

3.7%

Remanded

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

27.3% of Criminal Trespass cases
in Sullivan County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct

2 cases (66.7%)

Criminal Trespass Harassment

1 cases (33.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

9.1%

Jail

54.5%

Fine Only

18.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	20	40.0%	60.0%

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 27 cases in Sullivan County, 42.1% are dismissed, 57.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in Sullivan County is 42.1%, based on 27 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 Sullivan County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

40.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 3.7% have bail set, and 3.7% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Trespass in Sullivan County is 57.9%, based on 27 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.

27.3% of Criminal Trespass cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Sullivan County has a 42.1% 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 Sullivan County, 9.1% 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. B Misdemeanor: 38.5% dismissal rate, 61.5% conviction rate (21 cases). A Misdemeanor: 50.0% dismissal rate, 50.0% conviction rate (6 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. 27 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in Sullivan County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com