Fraud cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction 74.1 percent of the time, slightly above the statewide dismissal rate of 24.9 percent. The county's 25.9 percent dismissal rate is nearly identical to the state average, suggesting fraud charges are prosecuted with standard consistency across regions. Cases move relatively quickly, with a median of 111 days to resolution. A notable trend shows dismissals rose sharply from zero percent in 2019 to 50 percent in 2020, indicating shifting prosecution or case screening patterns in recent years.

Pretrial conditions in Cattaraugus County are notably lenient for fraud defendants: 75 percent are released on their own recognizance without bail. Half of fraud charges are reduced before trial, with disorderly conduct being the destination in 70 percent of those reductions. Among convicted defendants, financial penalties dominate outcomes, with 45 percent receiving fines compared to 10 percent sentenced to jail and 10 percent to probation, reflecting the financial nature of the offense.

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

25.9%
Dismissal Rate
74.1%
Conviction Rate
3.7 months
Avg Duration
25.9%
74.1%
Dismissed 25.9% Convicted 74.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 28 public court records, Cattaraugus County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

How Fraud outcomes in Cattaraugus County have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2019 6 0.0% 100.0%
2020 12 50.0% 50.0%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

How defendants charged with Fraud in Cattaraugus County are handled at arraignment.

75.0%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
0.0%
Bail Set
0.0%
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.

50.0% of Fraud cases
in Cattaraugus County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Fraud Disorderly Conduct
7 cases (70.0%)
Fraud Other
2 cases (20.0%)
Fraud Theft of Services
1 cases (10.0%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Fraud convictions in Cattaraugus County.

10.0%
Jail
10.0%
Probation
45.0%
Fine Only

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Case outcome rates by race for Fraud 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 25 29.2% 70.8%

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.

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 28 cases in Cattaraugus County, 25.9% are dismissed, 74.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.
The dismissal rate for Fraud in Cattaraugus County is 25.9%, based on 28 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Fraud case in Cattaraugus County takes 3.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
75.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 0.0% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.
The conviction rate for Fraud in Cattaraugus County is 74.1%, based on 28 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.
50.0% of Fraud cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.
Cattaraugus County has a 25.9% dismissal rate for Fraud cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Fraud overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.
For those convicted of Fraud in Cattaraugus County, 10.0% receive a jail sentence, 10.0% 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. 28 cases analyzed for Fraud in Cattaraugus County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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