What is the dismissal rate for Fraud in Ontario County?

The dismissal rate is 13.9%, 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 Ontario County?

The average case takes 6.1 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 Ontario County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Fraud in Ontario County, NY — 13.9% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Fraud in Ontario County is 86.1%, 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 Ontario County?

48.4% of Fraud cases in Ontario County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Ontario County has a 13.9% 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 Ontario County result in conviction far more often than they do statewide. The county's 86.1% conviction rate pairs with a 13.9% dismissal rate—roughly 11 percentage points lower than the statewide average of 24.9%. No defendants were acquitted in the 37 cases examined. Over the five-year period from 2019 to 2023, dismissals have trended downward, dropping from 27.3% to 14.3%, suggesting prosecutors have strengthened fraud cases or courts have become less inclined to dismiss them in Ontario County.

Nearly three-quarters of defendants charged with fraud secured pretrial release without bail, though 3.2% were remanded. Almost half of all fraud charges—48.4%—were reduced before trial, predominantly to Petit Larceny. Among those convicted, probation was the most common sentence at 22.6%, followed by jail time and fines tied at 9.7% each. The median time from charge to disposition was 182 days. The combination of high conviction rates, frequent charge reductions, and probation-heavy sentencing suggests Ontario County treats fraud cases seriously but often resolves them at lower charge levels.

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

13.9%

Dismissal Rate

86.1%

Conviction Rate

6.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

13.9%

86.1%

Dismissed 13.9% Convicted 86.1% Acquitted 0.0%

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

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Fraud outcomes in Ontario County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	11	27.3%	72.7%
2022	9	0.0%	100.0%
2023	7	14.3%	85.7%

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 Ontario County are handled at arraignment.

71.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

0.0%

Bail Set

3.2%

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.

Charge Reductions

48.4% of Fraud cases
in Ontario County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Fraud Petit Larceny

9 cases (60.0%)

Fraud Disorderly Conduct

5 cases (33.3%)

Fraud Other

1 cases (6.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Fraud convictions in Ontario County.

9.7%

Jail

22.6%

Probation

6.5%

State Prison

9.7%

Fine Only

3.2%

Time Served

48.4% of Fraud cases in Ontario County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	20	10.0%	90.0%

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 37 cases in Ontario County, 13.9% are dismissed, 86.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Fraud in Ontario County is 13.9%, 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 Ontario County takes 6.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

71.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 0.0% have bail set, and 3.2% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Fraud in Ontario County is 86.1%, 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.

48.4% of Fraud cases in Ontario County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Ontario County has a 13.9% 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 Ontario County, 9.7% receive a jail sentence, 22.6% receive probation, and 6.5% are sentenced to state prison. 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. 37 cases analyzed for Fraud in Ontario County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com