How long does a Drug Offense case take in Cattaraugus County?

The average case takes 8.3 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 Drug Offense in Cattaraugus County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 4.5% dismissal rate (27 cases). D Felony: 22.2% dismissal rate (11 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Offense in Cattaraugus County, NY — 9.4% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Drug Offense in Cattaraugus County?

The dismissal rate is 9.4%, based on 39 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Drug Offense charges reduced in Cattaraugus County?

62.1% of Drug Offense cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Drug offense cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction at exceptionally high rates. The 90.6% conviction rate far exceeds the statewide average, where dismissals occur in nearly 30% of drug cases. Cattaraugus County's 9.4% dismissal rate ranks 20.5 percentage points below the state benchmark, indicating that drug charges here move through the system with minimal case attrition. The trend worsened from 2019 to 2021, with dismissals dropping from 16.7% to zero, suggesting prosecutors have tightened case standards or judges have become more reluctant to dismiss charges in this county.

Despite high conviction rates, most defendants charged with drug offenses in Cattaraugus County secure pretrial release. About 61% are released on recognizance without bail, and when bail is set, the median amount is $750. Notably, 62% of drug offense charges are reduced to lesser crimes, primarily disorderly conduct or drug possession, before disposition. The median case takes about 249 days to resolve. Convicted defendants face varied consequences: roughly one-third receive fines, one-quarter receive jail sentences, and smaller portions receive prison or probation terms.

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

9.4%

Dismissal Rate

90.6%

Conviction Rate

8.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

90.6%

Dismissed 9.4% Convicted 90.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 39 public court records, Cattaraugus County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Drug Offense in Cattaraugus County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	27	4.5%	95.5%
D Felony	11	22.2%	77.8%

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 Drug Offense outcomes in Cattaraugus County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	7	16.7%	83.3%
2020	13	8.3%	91.7%
2021	12	0.0%	100.0%

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 Drug Offense in Cattaraugus County are handled at arraignment.

61.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

11.1%

Bail Set

5.6%

Remanded

$750

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

62.1% of Drug Offense cases
in Cattaraugus County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Offense Disorderly Conduct

7 cases (38.9%)

Drug Offense Drug Possession

4 cases (22.2%)

Drug Offense Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

4 cases (22.2%)

Drug Offense Traffic Offense

2 cases (11.1%)

Drug Offense Drug Sale

1 cases (5.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Drug Offense convictions in Cattaraugus County.

24.1%

Jail

6.9%

Probation

6.9%

State Prison

31.0%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	32	7.4%	92.6%

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 39 cases in Cattaraugus County, 9.4% are dismissed, 90.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Offense in Cattaraugus County is 9.4%, based on 39 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Drug Offense case in Cattaraugus County takes 8.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

61.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 11.1% have bail set, and 5.6% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $750. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Drug Offense in Cattaraugus County is 90.6%, based on 39 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.

62.1% of Drug Offense cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Cattaraugus County has a 9.4% dismissal rate for Drug Offense cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Drug Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Drug Offense in Cattaraugus County, 24.1% receive a jail sentence, 6.9% receive probation, and 6.9% are sentenced to state prison. 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: 4.5% dismissal rate, 95.5% conviction rate (27 cases). D Felony: 22.2% dismissal rate, 77.8% conviction rate (11 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. 39 cases analyzed for Drug Offense in Cattaraugus County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com