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

The dismissal rate is 0.0%, based on 70 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 Yates County?

The average case takes 5.4 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 DWI / DUI in Yates County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. Unclassified Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate (36 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (26 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

DWI / DUI in Yates County, NY — 0.0% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for DWI / DUI in Yates County is 100.0%, based on 70 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

4.3% of DWI / DUI cases in Yates County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Aggravated Unlicensed Operation.

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

Yates County has a 0.0% 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.

Every DWI defendant convicted in Yates County from 2020 to 2024 was found guilty, a stark contrast to the statewide dismissal rate of 5.1 percent. This 70-case dataset shows zero acquittals and zero dismissals across five years, suggesting DWI prosecutions in this county face virtually no obstacles to conviction. The median time from charge to case resolution was 161 days, roughly five months, indicating relatively swift processing despite the courthouse having no bail set requirements and the majority of defendants—76.3 percent—released on their own recognizance before trial.

Charge reductions occurred in less than 5 percent of cases, primarily to Aggravated Unlicensed Operation rather than traffic offenses. Among those convicted, sentences heavily emphasized financial penalties and probation: nearly half received fines and just over 30 percent received probation, while jail time appeared in roughly 17 percent of outcomes and prison in 4.3 percent. The lack of bail requirements combined with widespread pretrial release suggests Yates County treats DWI defendants as manageable community risks before conviction, even as the conviction outcome remains absolute.

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

0.0%

Dismissal Rate

100.0%

Conviction Rate

5.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

100.0%

Dismissed 0.0% Convicted 100.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 70 public court records, Yates County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Unclassified Misdemeanor	36	0.0%	100.0%
E Felony	26	0.0%	100.0%
D Felony	8	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 Yates County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	5	0.0%	100.0%
2021	11	0.0%	100.0%
2022	6	0.0%	100.0%
2023	24	0.0%	100.0%
2024	24	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 DWI / DUI in Yates County are handled at arraignment.

76.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

0.0%

Bail Set

2.6%

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

4.3% of DWI / DUI cases
in Yates County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

DWI / DUI Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

2 cases (66.7%)

DWI / DUI Traffic Offense

1 cases (33.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

17.4%

Jail

30.4%

Probation

4.3%

State Prison

46.4%

Fine Only

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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. 4.3% of DWI cases in Yates County see the charge reduced during this phase.
5.4 months (average) — Typical time to resolution in Yates County. Some cases resolve faster, others take longer.

Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for DWI / DUI 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	67	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 70 cases in Yates County, 0.0% are dismissed, 100.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for DWI / DUI in Yates County is 0.0%, based on 70 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 Yates County takes 5.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

76.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 0.0% have bail set, and 2.6% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for DWI / DUI in Yates County is 100.0%, based on 70 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.

4.3% of DWI / DUI cases in Yates County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Aggravated Unlicensed Operation.

Yates County has a 0.0% 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 Yates County, 17.4% receive a jail sentence, 30.4% receive probation, and 4.3% 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. Unclassified Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (36 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (26 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (8 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. 70 cases analyzed for DWI / DUI in Yates County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com