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

The average case takes 6.5 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 Tompkins County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Endangering Welfare of a Child in Tompkins County, NY — 46.4% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 46.4%, based on 76 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Endangering Welfare of a Child charges in Tompkins County are dismissed at notably higher rates than the statewide average, with 46.4 percent of cases dismissed compared to 40.0 percent statewide. Convictions occur in just over half of cases. However, the trend is concerning: dismissal rates have declined from 40.0 percent in 2019 to 27.3 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors are building stronger cases or applying the charge more selectively over time. Cases resolve relatively quickly, with a median time to disposition of 196 days.

Nearly all defendants charged with this offense in Tompkins County—80.6 percent—are released without bail pending trial. When bail is set, the median amount is $2,000.50. Among cases that don't end in dismissal, more than half face charge reductions before trial, most often to Harassment or Disorderly Conduct. When convictions do occur, probation is the most common sentence at 33.3 percent of cases, followed by fines at 19.4 percent; jail time is imposed in only 5.6 percent of convictions.

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

46.4%

Dismissal Rate

52.2%

Conviction Rate

6.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

46.4%

52.2%

Dismissed 46.4% Convicted 52.2% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.4%

Source: 76 public court records, Tompkins County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

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

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	10	40.0%	60.0%
2020	5	80.0%	20.0%
2021	18	66.7%	33.3%
2022	10	37.5%	62.5%
2023	19	35.3%	58.8%
2024	14	27.3%	72.7%

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

80.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

6.0%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$2,000

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

55.6% of Endangering Welfare of a Child cases
in Tompkins County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Endangering Welfare of a Child Harassment

5 cases (29.4%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Other

4 cases (23.5%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Disorderly Conduct

4 cases (23.5%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Traffic Offense

2 cases (11.8%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Criminal Contempt

2 cases (11.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

5.6%

Jail

33.3%

Probation

19.4%

Fine Only

55.6% of Endangering Welfare of a Child cases in Tompkins County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

Ask a Tompkins County attorney — free

Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	40	36.1%	61.1%
Black	27	60.0%	40.0%

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 76 cases in Tompkins County, 46.4% are dismissed, 52.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Tompkins County is 46.4%, based on 76 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 Tompkins County takes 6.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

80.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 6.0% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Tompkins County is 52.2%, based on 76 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.

55.6% of Endangering Welfare of a Child cases in Tompkins County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Tompkins County has a 46.4% 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 Tompkins County, 5.6% receive a jail sentence, 33.3% 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. 76 cases analyzed for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Tompkins County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Learn More

Endangering Welfare of a Child Guide

What the court data shows about this charge →

Endangering Welfare of a Child — All Counties

Compare dismissal rates across New York →

PL 260.10 — Endangering the Welfare of a Child

New York statute →

Next Step

You've seen how Endangering Welfare of a Child cases play out in Tompkins County. Want to talk to an attorney who practices here? We'll make the introduction.

Talk to a Tompkins County Attorney — Free Free · No obligation · Confidential