What is the dismissal rate for Fraud in Erie County?

The dismissal rate is 25.8%, based on 37 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 Erie County?

The average case takes 7.7 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 Erie County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 20.8% dismissal rate (30 cases). A Misdemeanor: 50.0% dismissal rate (6 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Fraud in Erie County, NY — 25.8% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Fraud in Erie County is 74.2%, based on 37 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

73.9% of Fraud cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Erie County has a 25.8% 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 Erie County are being dismissed at rates nearly identical to the statewide average, but conviction remains the dominant outcome at 74.2 percent. Over the 2021-2024 period, dismissal rates have climbed sharply—from 25 percent to 50 percent in the most recent year—suggesting a meaningful shift in how prosecutors or courts are handling these charges locally. The median time to case resolution spans about seven and a half months, consistent with typical felony processing timelines.

Defendants charged with fraud in Erie County have a strong likelihood of release before trial, with nearly 79 percent released on their own recognizance and only 3 percent remanded. Charge reductions occur in roughly three-quarters of cases, predominantly downgraded to Disorderly Conduct in 81 percent of those instances. Among those ultimately convicted, probation is far more common than jail time—17.4 percent receive probation while only 4.3 percent receive jail sentences, indicating courts favor supervised release over incarceration for fraud convictions in this county.

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

25.8%

Dismissal Rate

74.2%

Conviction Rate

7.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

25.8%

74.2%

Dismissed 25.8% Convicted 74.2% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 37 public court records, Erie County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Fraud in Erie County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	30	20.8%	79.2%
A Misdemeanor	6	50.0%	50.0%

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 Fraud outcomes in Erie County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2021	6	25.0%	75.0%
2022	7	0.0%	100.0%
2023	12	22.2%	77.8%
2024	10	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 Erie County are handled at arraignment.

78.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

6.1%

Bail Set

3.0%

Remanded

$1

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

73.9% of Fraud cases
in Erie County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Fraud Disorderly Conduct

13 cases (76.5%)

Fraud Petit Larceny

2 cases (11.8%)

Fraud Other

1 cases (5.9%)

Fraud Grand Larceny

1 cases (5.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Fraud convictions in Erie County.

4.3%

Jail

17.4%

Probation

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	22	17.6%	82.4%

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 37 cases in Erie County, 25.8% are dismissed, 74.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Fraud in Erie County is 25.8%, based on 37 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Fraud case in Erie County takes 7.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

78.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 6.1% have bail set, and 3.0% 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 Fraud in Erie County is 74.2%, based on 37 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.

73.9% of Fraud cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Erie County has a 25.8% 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 Erie County, 4.3% receive a jail sentence, 17.4% receive probation. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 20.8% dismissal rate, 79.2% conviction rate (30 cases). A Misdemeanor: 50.0% dismissal rate, 50.0% conviction rate (6 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. 37 cases analyzed for Fraud in Erie County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com