Fraud in Cattaraugus County
28 cases · Cattaraugus County Courts · DCJS Data
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
Case Outcomes
Source: 28 public court records, Cattaraugus County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
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.
Pretrial Release
How defendants charged with Fraud in Cattaraugus County are handled at arraignment.
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
in Cattaraugus County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Fraud convictions in Cattaraugus County.
50.0% of Fraud cases in Cattaraugus County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.
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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.
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.
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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