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

The average case takes 1.1 years 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 Sale in Cattaraugus County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 17.6% dismissal rate (217 cases). A-II Felony: 15.4% dismissal rate (15 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Sale in Cattaraugus County, NY — 17.8% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 17.8%, based on 241 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Drug Sale in Cattaraugus County?

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Cattaraugus County is 81.7%, based on 241 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

74.5% of Drug Sale cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Q: How does Cattaraugus County compare to other counties for Drug Sale?

Cattaraugus County has a 17.8% dismissal rate for Drug Sale. Visit the Drug Sale overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Drug sale convictions in Cattaraugus County occur at an 81.7% rate, which aligns closely with statewide patterns. However, the county dismisses cases at 17.8%, notably higher than the 11.9% statewide average—a difference of 5.9 percentage points. This gap suggests Cattaraugus prosecutors or judges may scrutinize drug sale charges more carefully than counterparts elsewhere in the state. The trend is moving in defendants' favor: dismissal rates climbed from 11.4% in 2019 to 28.6% in 2024, indicating cases are increasingly being thrown out rather than prosecuted to conviction. Cases take a median 397 days to resolve.

Charge reductions are the dominant feature of these cases. Nearly three-quarters of defendants—74.5%—have their charges reduced, predominantly from drug sale to the lesser charge of drug possession (90% of all reductions). At pretrial, about 43% are released without bail, while 31% are remanded. When convicted, sentences split fairly evenly between prison (28.5%), jail (25.5%), and probation (23%), with some receiving only time served (6.7%).

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

17.8%

Dismissal Rate

81.7%

Conviction Rate

1.1 years

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

17.8%

81.7%

Dismissed 17.8% Convicted 81.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 241 public court records, Cattaraugus County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	217	17.6%	81.9%
A-II Felony	15	15.4%	84.6%
D Felony	5	0.0%	100.0%

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 Drug Sale outcomes in Cattaraugus County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	35	11.4%	88.6%
2020	36	13.3%	86.7%
2021	38	19.4%	80.6%
2022	34	11.1%	88.9%
2023	54	20.5%	77.3%
2024	44	28.6%	71.4%

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 Sale in Cattaraugus County are handled at arraignment.

42.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

14.8%

Bail Set

30.6%

Remanded

$5,000

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

74.5% of Drug Sale cases
in Cattaraugus County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Drug Possession

108 cases (88.5%)

Drug Sale Drug Offense

9 cases (7.4%)

Drug Sale Disorderly Conduct

3 cases (2.5%)

Drug Sale Obstruction

1 cases (0.8%)

Drug Sale Marijuana Offense

1 cases (0.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

25.5%

Jail

23.0%

Probation

28.5%

State Prison

0.6%

Fine Only

6.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Drug Sale 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	134	20.5%	79.5%
Black	74	11.1%	88.9%
Native American	30	25.0%	75.0%

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 241 cases in Cattaraugus County, 17.8% are dismissed, 81.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 1.1 years from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Cattaraugus County is 17.8%, based on 241 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Drug Sale case in Cattaraugus County takes 1.1 years. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

42.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.8% have bail set, and 30.6% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Cattaraugus County is 81.7%, based on 241 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.

74.5% of Drug Sale cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Cattaraugus County has a 17.8% dismissal rate for Drug Sale cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Drug Sale overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Drug Sale in Cattaraugus County, 25.5% receive a jail sentence, 23.0% receive probation, and 28.5% 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. B Felony: 17.6% dismissal rate, 81.9% conviction rate (217 cases). A-II Felony: 15.4% dismissal rate, 84.6% conviction rate (15 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (5 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. 241 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Cattaraugus County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com