What is the dismissal rate for Fraud in Cortland County?

The dismissal rate is 38.1%, based on 29 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Fraud case take in Cortland County?

The average case takes 5.2 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 Fraud in Cortland County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Fraud in Cortland County, NY — 38.1% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Fraud in Cortland County?

The conviction rate for Fraud in Cortland County is 57.1%, based on 29 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Fraud charges reduced in Cortland County?

91.7% of Fraud cases in Cortland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Q: How does Cortland County compare to other counties for Fraud?

Cortland County has a 38.1% dismissal rate for Fraud. Visit the Fraud overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Fraud cases in Cortland County are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the statewide average, with 38.1 percent of the 29 cases studied resulting in dismissal compared to just 24.9 percent statewide. This 13.2 percentage point gap suggests that fraud charges in this county face meaningful obstacles to prosecution or that local practices favor resolution through dismissal. The 57.1 percent conviction rate indicates most cases that proceed do result in guilty verdicts, though notably no acquittals were recorded. Dismissal rates have trended upward from 16.7 percent in 2019 to 25.0 percent by 2022, pointing toward increasing difficulty in sustaining fraud prosecutions over time.

Nearly all fraud defendants charged in Cortland County—91.7 percent—saw their charges reduced, most commonly to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property or Petit Larceny. The median case took 156 days to resolve. Most defendants secured pretrial release: 62.1 percent were released on their own recognizance, while 24.1 percent were remanded and 10.3 percent had bail set at a median of $100. Among those convicted, 41.7 percent received jail sentences and 8.3 percent received probation, indicating that incarceration was the more common outcome for fraud convictions in

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

38.1%

Dismissal Rate

57.1%

Conviction Rate

5.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

38.1%

57.1%

Dismissed 38.1% Convicted 57.1% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 4.8%

Source: 29 public court records, Cortland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Fraud outcomes in Cortland County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	7	16.7%	66.7%
2020	6	50.0%	50.0%
2021	5	50.0%	50.0%
2022	7	25.0%	75.0%

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 Cortland County are handled at arraignment.

62.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.3%

Bail Set

24.1%

Remanded

$100

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

91.7% of Fraud cases
in Cortland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Fraud Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

4 cases (36.4%)

Fraud Petit Larceny

3 cases (27.3%)

Fraud Disorderly Conduct

2 cases (18.2%)

Fraud Identity Theft

1 cases (9.1%)

Fraud Criminal Trespass

1 cases (9.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Fraud convictions in Cortland County.

41.7%

Jail

8.3%

Probation

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Fraud in Cortland County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	28	40.0%	55.0%

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 29 cases in Cortland County, 38.1% are dismissed, 57.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Fraud in Cortland County is 38.1%, based on 29 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Fraud case in Cortland County takes 5.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

62.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.3% have bail set, and 24.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $100. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Fraud in Cortland County is 57.1%, based on 29 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.

91.7% of Fraud cases in Cortland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Cortland County has a 38.1% 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 Cortland County, 41.7% receive a jail sentence, 8.3% 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. 29 cases analyzed for Fraud in Cortland County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com