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

The dismissal rate is 17.1%, based on 391 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 Steuben County?

The average case takes 10.6 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 Steuben County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 20.6% dismissal rate (261 cases). D Felony: 7.0% dismissal rate (73 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Sale in Steuben County, NY — 17.1% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Steuben County is 82.2%, based on 391 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

36.7% of Drug Sale cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

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

Steuben County has a 17.1% 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 Steuben County occur at a notably high rate compared to the rest of the state. The 82.2% conviction rate combined with a 17.1% dismissal rate substantially exceeds statewide averages—dismissals happen 5.2 percentage points more often here than across all counties. Over the past six years, dismissal rates have surged dramatically, rising from 9.4% in 2019 to 33.3% in 2024, suggesting shifting prosecution or judicial practices in how these cases are resolved. With no acquittals recorded, the distinction between convictions and dismissals appears to be the primary outcome variance in Steuben County.

Pretrial conditions in Steuben County drug sale cases lean heavily toward detention. Over a third of defendants are remanded without bail, while just under a third receive release on their own recognizance. Among those with bail set, the median amount is $2,500. When convictions do occur, prison sentences dominate sentencing outcomes at 57.5%, followed by probation at 19.2%. Notably, more than one-third of drug sale charges are reduced during case processing, with drug possession accounting for over 95% of those reductions. The median time from arrest to case resolution stretches to 317 days, suggesting cases move through the system relatively slowly in this county.

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

17.1%

Dismissal Rate

82.2%

Conviction Rate

10.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

17.1%

82.2%

Dismissed 17.1% Convicted 82.2% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 391 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	261	20.6%	78.9%
D Felony	73	7.0%	90.7%
A-II Felony	46	9.8%	90.2%
C Felony	7	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 Steuben County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	38	9.4%	90.6%
2020	52	7.0%	90.7%
2021	104	15.5%	84.5%
2022	78	22.6%	75.8%
2023	69	15.7%	84.3%
2024	50	33.3%	66.7%

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 Steuben County are handled at arraignment.

32.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

14.8%

Bail Set

37.0%

Remanded

$2,500

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

36.7% of Drug Sale cases
in Steuben County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Drug Possession

80 cases (93.0%)

Drug Sale Homicide

2 cases (2.3%)

Drug Sale Drug Offense

2 cases (2.3%)

Drug Sale Weapons Offense

1 cases (1.2%)

Drug Sale Obstruction

1 cases (1.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

9.2%

Jail

19.2%

Probation

57.5%

State Prison

0.8%

Fine Only

0.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Drug Sale 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	322	15.7%	83.5%
Black	50	25.7%	74.3%
Hispanic	11	14.3%	85.7%

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 391 cases in Steuben County, 17.1% are dismissed, 82.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Steuben County is 17.1%, based on 391 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 Steuben County takes 10.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

32.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.8% have bail set, and 37.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Steuben County is 82.2%, based on 391 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.

36.7% of Drug Sale cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Steuben County has a 17.1% 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 Steuben County, 9.2% receive a jail sentence, 19.2% receive probation, and 57.5% 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: 20.6% dismissal rate, 78.9% conviction rate (261 cases). D Felony: 7.0% dismissal rate, 90.7% conviction rate (73 cases). A-II Felony: 9.8% dismissal rate, 90.2% conviction rate (46 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. 391 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com