What is the dismissal rate for Fraud in Onondaga County?

The dismissal rate is 35.3%, based on 82 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 Onondaga County?

The average case takes 10.3 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 Fraud in Onondaga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 31.5% dismissal rate (65 cases). A Misdemeanor: 58.3% dismissal rate (13 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Fraud in Onondaga County, NY — 35.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Fraud in Onondaga County is 63.2%, based on 82 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

74.4% of Fraud cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Onondaga County has a 35.3% 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 Onondaga County are dismissed at substantially higher rates than the statewide average, with 35.3% of defendants having charges dismissed compared to 24.9% statewide. However, this county advantage has eroded significantly: dismissal rates dropped from 30% in 2019 to 12.5% in 2024, suggesting prosecutors have become more successful at advancing fraud charges to conviction. The 63.2% conviction rate reflects a relatively strong prosecution track record once cases proceed to trial or plea, with no acquittals recorded in the 82 cases examined.

Pretrial conditions in Onondaga County are notably lenient for fraud defendants: 70.3% are released on their own recognizance without bail, while only 8.1% are remanded. When bail is imposed, the median amount is $500. Most significantly, 74.4% of fraud charges are reduced to lesser offenses—primarily disorderly conduct—before final disposition. This heavy reduction rate suggests prosecutors often use charge bargaining to resolve these cases, which takes a median of 308 days from charge to resolution. When convictions occur, sentences emphasize probation and prison terms equally at 11.6% each, with relatively few resulting in jail time alone.

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

35.3%

Dismissal Rate

63.2%

Conviction Rate

10.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

35.3%

63.2%

Dismissed 35.3% Convicted 63.2% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.5%

Source: 82 public court records, Onondaga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	65	31.5%	66.7%
A Misdemeanor	13	58.3%	41.7%

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 Onondaga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	18	30.0%	70.0%
2020	13	50.0%	41.7%
2021	14	35.7%	64.3%
2022	11	20.0%	80.0%
2023	18	50.0%	50.0%
2024	8	12.5%	87.5%

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 Onondaga County are handled at arraignment.

70.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.4%

Bail Set

8.1%

Remanded

$500

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

74.4% of Fraud cases
in Onondaga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Fraud Disorderly Conduct

19 cases (59.4%)

Fraud Other

10 cases (31.2%)

Fraud Theft of Services

1 cases (3.1%)

Fraud DWI / DUI

1 cases (3.1%)

Fraud Criminal Trespass

1 cases (3.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Fraud convictions in Onondaga County.

2.3%

Jail

11.6%

Probation

11.6%

State Prison

4.7%

Fine Only

2.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	50	44.7%	55.3%
Black	26	28.0%	68.0%

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 82 cases in Onondaga County, 35.3% are dismissed, 63.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Fraud in Onondaga County is 35.3%, based on 82 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Fraud case in Onondaga County takes 10.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

70.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.4% have bail set, and 8.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Fraud in Onondaga County is 63.2%, based on 82 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.

74.4% of Fraud cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Onondaga County has a 35.3% 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 Onondaga County, 2.3% receive a jail sentence, 11.6% receive probation, and 11.6% 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. E Felony: 31.5% dismissal rate, 66.7% conviction rate (65 cases). A Misdemeanor: 58.3% dismissal rate, 41.7% conviction rate (13 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. 82 cases analyzed for Fraud in Onondaga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com