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

The average case takes 5.0 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

Endangering Welfare of a Child Court Statistics — Jefferson County, New York

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

The dismissal rate is 29.8%, based on 318 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

According to 318 public court records, Endangering Welfare of a Child cases in Jefferson County, New York have a 29.8% dismissal rate, a 69.2% conviction rate, and an average case duration of 5.0 months.

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: December 2024

29.8%

Dismissal Rate

69.2%

Conviction Rate

5.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

29.8%

69.2%

Dismissed 29.8% Convicted 69.2% Acquitted 0.6%

Source: 318 public court records, Jefferson County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Endangering Welfare of a Child in Jefferson County are handled at arraignment.

86.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.7%

Bail Set

0.3%

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

81.0% of Endangering Welfare of a Child cases
in Jefferson 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

118 cases (69.4%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Harassment

41 cases (24.1%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Other

5 cases (2.9%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Criminal Trespass

4 cases (2.4%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Petit Larceny

2 cases (1.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

4.6%

Jail

6.0%

Probation

46.8%

Fine Only

2.8%

Time Served

Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	248	29.2%	70.4%
Black	44	32.6%	65.1%
Hispanic	22	22.7%	77.3%

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 318 cases in Jefferson County, 29.8% are dismissed, 69.2% result in conviction, and 0.6% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Jefferson County is 29.8%, based on 318 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 Jefferson County takes 5.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

86.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.7% have bail set, and 0.3% 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 Jefferson County is 69.2%, based on 318 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.

81.0% of Endangering Welfare of a Child cases in Jefferson County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Jefferson County has a 29.8% 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 Jefferson County, 4.6% receive a jail sentence, 6.0% receive probation. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 318 cases analyzed for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Jefferson County. Last updated December 2024. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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