What is the dismissal rate for DWI / DUI in Wyoming County?

The dismissal rate is 1.7%, based on 183 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a DWI / DUI case take in Wyoming County?

The average case takes 8.2 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 DWI / DUI in Wyoming County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 2.1% dismissal rate (100 cases). Unclassified Misdemeanor: 1.4% dismissal rate (70 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

DWI / DUI in Wyoming County, NY — 1.7% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for DWI / DUI in Wyoming County?

The conviction rate for DWI / DUI in Wyoming County is 97.8%, based on 183 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are DWI / DUI charges reduced in Wyoming County?

4.0% of DWI / DUI cases in Wyoming County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Aggravated Unlicensed Operation.

Q: How does Wyoming County compare to other counties for DWI / DUI?

Wyoming County has a 1.7% dismissal rate for DWI / DUI. Visit the DWI / DUI overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

DWI cases in Wyoming County result in conviction at exceptionally high rates. The 97.8% conviction rate far exceeds the statewide average, while the 1.7% dismissal rate sits 3.4 percentage points below the state norm. This suggests Wyoming County prosecutors pursue DWI charges aggressively and courts rarely dismiss these cases before trial. The trend worsened over the 2020–2024 period, with dismissals dropping from 5.6% to 2.2%, indicating prosecutors have become more successful at securing convictions or cases are proceeding less frequently to dismissal stages.

Most defendants arrested for DWI in Wyoming County are released before trial without bail, with 61.9% granted release on their own recognizance. When convicted, fines are the most common outcome at 43.8% of cases, followed by probation at 29.5%. Jail time occurs in 16.5% of convictions and prison in 8.5%. Very few DWI charges are reduced to lesser offenses—just 4% overall—and when reductions occur, they typically become Aggravated Unlicensed Operation charges. Cases average 245 days to resolution.

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

1.7%

Dismissal Rate

97.8%

Conviction Rate

8.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

97.8%

Dismissed 1.7% Convicted 97.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 183 public court records, Wyoming County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for DWI / DUI in Wyoming County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	100	2.1%	97.9%
Unclassified Misdemeanor	70	1.4%	97.1%
D Felony	13	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 DWI / DUI outcomes in Wyoming County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	19	5.6%	94.4%
2021	28	0.0%	100.0%
2022	30	3.4%	96.6%
2023	59	0.0%	100.0%
2024	46	2.2%	95.7%

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 DWI / DUI in Wyoming County are handled at arraignment.

61.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

4.8%

Bail Set

3.6%

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

4.0% of DWI / DUI cases
in Wyoming County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

DWI / DUI Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

4 cases (57.1%)

DWI / DUI Traffic Offense

1 cases (14.3%)

DWI / DUI Criminal Contempt

1 cases (14.3%)

DWI / DUI Assault

1 cases (14.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for DWI / DUI convictions in Wyoming County.

16.5%

Jail

29.5%

Probation

8.5%

State Prison

43.8%

Fine Only

1.1%

Time Served

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Where you are in the process

Within 24 hours of arrest — In New York, you are typically arraigned within 24 hours. The judge will set bail conditions or release you.
First 2 weeks — Your attorney files motions and requests discovery. If bail was set, this is when you arrange payment or challenge conditions.
1-4 months — Pre-trial period. Negotiation between your attorney and the prosecutor. 4.0% of DWI cases in Wyoming County see the charge reduced during this phase.
8.2 months (average) — Typical time to resolution in Wyoming County. Some cases resolve faster, others take longer.

Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for DWI / DUI in Wyoming County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	150	2.0%	97.3%
Hispanic	14	0.0%	100.0%
Black	12	0.0%	100.0%

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 183 cases in Wyoming County, 1.7% are dismissed, 97.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for DWI / DUI in Wyoming County is 1.7%, based on 183 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average DWI / DUI case in Wyoming County takes 8.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

61.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 4.8% have bail set, and 3.6% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for DWI / DUI in Wyoming County is 97.8%, based on 183 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.

4.0% of DWI / DUI cases in Wyoming County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Aggravated Unlicensed Operation.

Wyoming County has a 1.7% dismissal rate for DWI / DUI cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our DWI / DUI overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of DWI / DUI in Wyoming County, 16.5% receive a jail sentence, 29.5% receive probation, and 8.5% 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. E Felony: 2.1% dismissal rate, 97.9% conviction rate (100 cases). Unclassified Misdemeanor: 1.4% dismissal rate, 97.1% conviction rate (70 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (13 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. 183 cases analyzed for DWI / DUI in Wyoming County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com