How long does a Endangering Welfare of a Child case take in Cattaraugus County?

The average case takes 6.4 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 Endangering Welfare of a Child in Cattaraugus County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 35.0% dismissal rate (156 cases). E Felony: 14.3% dismissal rate (8 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Endangering Welfare of a Child in Cattaraugus County, NY — 33.8% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Cattaraugus County?

The dismissal rate is 33.8%, based on 165 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

In Cattaraugus County, endangering welfare of a child charges result in conviction in about two-thirds of cases, slightly below the statewide dismissal rate of 40 percent. The county's 33.8 percent dismissal rate trails the statewide average by 6.2 percentage points, suggesting prosecutors pursue these cases more aggressively here than elsewhere. However, a strong upward trend is evident: dismissals nearly tripled from 9.5 percent in 2019 to 28 percent in 2024, indicating shifting outcomes over the past five years. No defendants were acquitted during this period, meaning cases either end in conviction or dismissal.

Charge reduction is the dominant pattern in Cattaraugus County, occurring in nearly three-quarters of cases. Most defendants see charges reduced to disorderly conduct (50 percent of reductions) or harassment (37 percent), rather than proceeding to trial on the original charge. Among those convicted, financial penalties dominate sentencing, with 35.8 percent receiving fines. Jail and probation sentences each occur in roughly 5-7 percent of convictions, while prison time is rare at 2.1 percent. Pretrial release is accessible: 76.2 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance, and when bail is set, the median amount is $1,000

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

33.8%

Dismissal Rate

65.5%

Conviction Rate

6.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

33.8%

65.5%

Dismissed 33.8% Convicted 65.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 165 public court records, Cattaraugus County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Cattaraugus County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	156	35.0%	64.2%
E Felony	8	14.3%	85.7%

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 Endangering Welfare of a Child outcomes in Cattaraugus County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	24	9.5%	90.5%
2020	21	30.0%	65.0%
2021	25	42.1%	57.9%
2022	26	45.5%	54.5%
2023	42	42.1%	57.9%
2024	27	28.0%	72.0%

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 Endangering Welfare of a Child in Cattaraugus County are handled at arraignment.

76.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

6.2%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$1,000

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

73.7% of Endangering Welfare of a Child cases
in Cattaraugus County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Endangering Welfare of a Child Disorderly Conduct

27 cases (43.5%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Harassment

20 cases (32.3%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Other

7 cases (11.3%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Official Misconduct

5 cases (8.1%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Assault

3 cases (4.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Endangering Welfare of a Child convictions in Cattaraugus County.

5.3%

Jail

7.4%

Probation

2.1%

State Prison

35.8%

Fine Only

3.2%

Time Served

73.7% of Endangering Welfare of a Child cases in Cattaraugus County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Cattaraugus County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	119	33.7%	66.3%
Native American	24	38.1%	61.9%
Black	12	33.3%	58.3%

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 165 cases in Cattaraugus County, 33.8% are dismissed, 65.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Cattaraugus County is 33.8%, based on 165 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Endangering Welfare of a Child case in Cattaraugus County takes 6.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

76.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 6.2% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Cattaraugus County is 65.5%, based on 165 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.

73.7% of Endangering Welfare of a Child cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Cattaraugus County has a 33.8% dismissal rate for Endangering Welfare of a Child cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Endangering Welfare of a Child overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Endangering Welfare of a Child in Cattaraugus County, 5.3% receive a jail sentence, 7.4% receive probation, and 2.1% 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. A Misdemeanor: 35.0% dismissal rate, 64.2% conviction rate (156 cases). E Felony: 14.3% dismissal rate, 85.7% 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. 165 cases analyzed for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Cattaraugus County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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