How long does a Escape / Bail Jumping case take in Cattaraugus County?

The average case takes 3.3 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 Escape / Bail Jumping in Cattaraugus County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 6.9% dismissal rate (164 cases). D Felony: 10.0% dismissal rate (14 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Escape / Bail Jumping in Cattaraugus County, NY — 7.1% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Escape / Bail Jumping in Cattaraugus County?

The dismissal rate is 7.1%, based on 181 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Escape / Bail Jumping charges reduced in Cattaraugus County?

65.4% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Escape and bail jumping charges in Cattaraugus County result in conviction in 92.2 percent of cases, dramatically higher than the statewide dismissal rate of 23 percent. With only 7.1 percent of cases dismissed locally compared to the state average, these charges are prosecuted aggressively in this county. The conviction rate leaves little room for acquittal—zero defendants were acquitted across 181 cases. However, dismissals have been trending upward since 2019, rising from zero to 2.6 percent, suggesting a slight shift in how the county handles these cases, though they remain far more likely to end in conviction than statewide norms.

Charge reductions are the dominant outcome, occurring in 65.4 percent of cases. Most defendants have charges reduced to Disorderly Conduct (66.7 percent of reductions), with smaller percentages reduced to Official Misconduct or Drug Possession. At pretrial, nearly half of defendants receive release on their own recognizance, while about a quarter face bail—though the median bail amount of $1 suggests most amounts are nominal. When convicted, fines are the most common sentence at 38.5 percent of cases, while jail and prison terms occur in roughly 14 percent and 1 percent respectively, indicating that incarceration is not the standard outcome.

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

7.1%

Dismissal Rate

92.2%

Conviction Rate

3.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

92.2%

Dismissed 7.1% Convicted 92.2% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 181 public court records, Cattaraugus County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Escape / Bail Jumping in Cattaraugus County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	164	6.9%	92.3%
D Felony	14	10.0%	90.0%

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 Escape / Bail Jumping outcomes in Cattaraugus County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	19	0.0%	100.0%
2020	17	7.7%	92.3%
2021	25	5.0%	95.0%
2022	31	4.8%	90.5%
2023	35	20.7%	79.3%
2024	54	2.6%	97.4%

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 Escape / Bail Jumping in Cattaraugus County are handled at arraignment.

47.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

25.8%

Bail Set

1.7%

Remanded

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

65.4% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases
in Cattaraugus County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Escape / Bail Jumping Disorderly Conduct

44 cases (59.5%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Official Misconduct

16 cases (21.6%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Drug Possession

6 cases (8.1%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Traffic Offense

4 cases (5.4%)

Escape / Bail Jumping DWI / DUI

4 cases (5.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Escape / Bail Jumping convictions in Cattaraugus County.

13.1%

Jail

1.5%

Probation

0.8%

State Prison

38.5%

Fine Only

13.1%

Time Served

65.4% of Escape / Bail Jumping 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 Escape / Bail Jumping 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	115	8.0%	90.8%
Native American	35	0.0%	100.0%
Black	24	10.5%	89.5%

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 181 cases in Cattaraugus County, 7.1% are dismissed, 92.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Escape / Bail Jumping in Cattaraugus County is 7.1%, based on 181 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Escape / Bail Jumping case in Cattaraugus County takes 3.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

47.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 25.8% have bail set, and 1.7% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Escape / Bail Jumping in Cattaraugus County is 92.2%, based on 181 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.

65.4% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Cattaraugus County has a 7.1% dismissal rate for Escape / Bail Jumping cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Escape / Bail Jumping overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Escape / Bail Jumping in Cattaraugus County, 13.1% receive a jail sentence, 1.5% receive probation, and 0.8% 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: 6.9% dismissal rate, 92.3% conviction rate (164 cases). D Felony: 10.0% dismissal rate, 90.0% conviction rate (14 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. 181 cases analyzed for Escape / Bail Jumping in Cattaraugus County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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