What is the dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Chemung County?

The dismissal rate is 8.6%, based on 171 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

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

The average case takes 9.4 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 Sale in Chemung County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 8.5% dismissal rate (136 cases). A-II Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (26 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Sale in Chemung County, NY — 8.6% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Chemung County is 90.1%, based on 171 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

39.0% of Drug Sale cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

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

Chemung County has a 8.6% 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 Chemung County are secured at exceptionally high rates. The 90.1% conviction rate substantially exceeds the statewide average, and dismissals occur in only 8.6% of cases—3.3 percentage points below the state average. Over the 2019-2024 period, dismissals have declined sharply, from 25% in the first year to 0% most recently, indicating an increasingly challenging landscape for defendants facing these charges. No acquittals were recorded in the 171 cases examined, suggesting cases that proceed to trial rarely result in not-guilty verdicts.

Pretrial conditions are restrictive: over 40% of defendants are remanded without bail, while those released on recognizance comprise just over one-third of cases. When bail is set, the median amount is $15,000. Notably, 39% of drug sale charges are reduced—primarily to drug possession (59.6% of reductions) or weapons offenses (31.9%)—providing some avenue toward lesser charges. Among those convicted, prison sentences dominate the outcome, imposed in 61% of cases, while jail (14.7%) and probation (13.2%) are far less common. Cases take roughly nine months to resolve.

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

8.6%

Dismissal Rate

90.1%

Conviction Rate

9.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

90.1%

Dismissed 8.6% Convicted 90.1% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.3%

Source: 171 public court records, Chemung County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	136	8.5%	90.7%
A-II Felony	26	0.0%	95.8%
A-I Felony Non Reducible	5	40.0%	60.0%

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 Chemung County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	19	25.0%	75.0%
2020	25	16.7%	83.3%
2021	31	0.0%	100.0%
2022	50	2.3%	95.3%
2023	29	11.1%	85.2%
2024	16	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 Sale in Chemung County are handled at arraignment.

35.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

21.7%

Bail Set

40.9%

Remanded

$15,000

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

39.0% of Drug Sale cases
in Chemung County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Drug Possession

28 cases (54.9%)

Drug Sale Weapons Offense

15 cases (29.4%)

Drug Sale Drug Offense

4 cases (7.8%)

Drug Sale Escape / Bail Jumping

3 cases (5.9%)

Drug Sale Other

1 cases (2.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

14.7%

Jail

13.2%

Probation

61.0%

State Prison

2.2%

Fine Only

1.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	97	8.3%	90.5%
Black	68	9.7%	88.7%

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 171 cases in Chemung County, 8.6% are dismissed, 90.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Chemung County is 8.6%, based on 171 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 Chemung County takes 9.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

35.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 21.7% have bail set, and 40.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $15,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Chemung County is 90.1%, based on 171 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.

39.0% of Drug Sale cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Chemung County has a 8.6% 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 Chemung County, 14.7% receive a jail sentence, 13.2% receive probation, and 61.0% 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: 8.5% dismissal rate, 90.7% conviction rate (136 cases). A-II Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 95.8% conviction rate (26 cases). A-I Felony Non Reducible: 40.0% dismissal rate, 60.0% 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. 171 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Chemung County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com