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

The dismissal rate is 7.7%, based on 28 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 Yates County?

The average case takes 5.7 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

What are the pretrial release outcomes for Drug Sale in Yates County?

Pretrial release data is limited for this combination in our records.

How do outcomes vary by charge class for Drug Sale in Yates County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 6.2% dismissal rate (17 cases). D Felony: 20.0% dismissal rate (6 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Sale in Yates County, NY — 7.7% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Yates County is 92.3%, based on 28 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

4.2% of Drug Sale cases in Yates County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other.

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

Yates County has a 7.7% 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 Yates County are secured at a notably higher rate than the statewide average. The 92.3 percent conviction rate substantially exceeds the state average, while the county's dismissal rate of 7.7 percent falls 4.2 percentage points below the statewide average of 11.9 percent. No acquittals were recorded in the 28 cases examined. The trend over 2021–2022 shows dismissals declining sharply, from 10 percent to zero, suggesting prosecutors have increasingly successful outcomes on these charges in this county.

Among defendants convicted of drug sale in Yates County, prison sentences dominate the outcomes, imposed in 58.3 percent of convictions. Jail sentences account for 20.8 percent, while probation-only outcomes occur in just 8.3 percent of cases. Charge reductions are rare, occurring in only 4.2 percent of cases, leaving most defendants facing the original charge at conviction. Pretrial release data shows no recorded instances of release on recognizance, bail setting, or remand status, indicating incomplete pretrial detention information for this sample.

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

7.7%

Dismissal Rate

92.3%

Conviction Rate

5.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

92.3%

Dismissed 7.7% Convicted 92.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 28 public court records, Yates County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	17	6.2%	93.8%
D Felony	6	20.0%	80.0%

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 Yates County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2021	11	10.0%	90.0%
2022	6	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 Yates County are handled at arraignment.

0.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

0.0%

Bail Set

0.0%

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

4.2% of Drug Sale cases
in Yates County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Other

1 cases (100.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

20.8%

Jail

8.3%

Probation

58.3%

State Prison

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	23	4.8%	95.2%

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 28 cases in Yates County, 7.7% are dismissed, 92.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Yates County is 7.7%, based on 28 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 Yates County takes 5.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

0.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 0.0% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Yates County is 92.3%, based on 28 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.

4.2% of Drug Sale cases in Yates County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other.

Yates County has a 7.7% 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 Yates County, 20.8% receive a jail sentence, 8.3% receive probation, and 58.3% 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: 6.2% dismissal rate, 93.8% conviction rate (17 cases). D Felony: 20.0% dismissal rate, 80.0% 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. 28 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Yates County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com