What is the dismissal rate for Fraud in Westchester County?

The dismissal rate is 13.0%, based on 80 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 Westchester County?

The average case takes 5.3 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 Westchester County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 13.3% dismissal rate (75 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate (5 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Fraud in Westchester County, NY — 13.0% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Fraud in Westchester County is 85.7%, based on 80 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

89.4% of Fraud cases in Westchester County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Westchester County has a 13.0% 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 Westchester County have a significantly lower dismissal rate than the state average. In the county, 13% of fraud charges are dismissed compared to nearly 25% statewide, a gap of 11.9 percentage points. The conviction rate stands at 85.7%, indicating prosecutors successfully secure guilty verdicts in the vast majority of cases that reach trial. Notably, dismissals have declined substantially over the 2019-2024 period, dropping from 13.3% to zero percent in the most recent year, suggesting increasingly strict handling of fraud charges in this jurisdiction.

Nearly 90% of fraud defendants receive charge reductions before disposition, predominantly to Disorderly Conduct. Most defendants are released before trial on their own recognizance without bail, and when bail is set, the median amount is $3,000. Among convicted defendants, financial penalties dominate sentencing: nearly 32% receive fines while probation is imposed in about 10% of cases. Incarceration is rare, affecting fewer than 5% of those convicted. The median time from charge to resolution is 160 days, roughly five months.

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

13.0%

Dismissal Rate

85.7%

Conviction Rate

5.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

13.0%

85.7%

Dismissed 13.0% Convicted 85.7% Acquitted 1.3%

Source: 80 public court records, Westchester County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	75	13.3%	85.3%
A Misdemeanor	5	0.0%	100.0%

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 Westchester County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	16	13.3%	86.7%
2020	8	28.6%	71.4%
2021	20	21.1%	78.9%
2022	7	14.3%	85.7%
2023	23	4.3%	91.3%
2024	6	0.0%	100.0%

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 Westchester County are handled at arraignment.

88.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

2.6%

Bail Set

2.6%

Remanded

$3,000

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

89.4% of Fraud cases
in Westchester County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Fraud Disorderly Conduct

44 cases (83.0%)

Fraud Tax Offense

3 cases (5.7%)

Fraud Petit Larceny

2 cases (3.8%)

Fraud Official Misconduct

2 cases (3.8%)

Fraud Forgery

2 cases (3.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Fraud convictions in Westchester County.

3.0%

Jail

10.6%

Probation

1.5%

State Prison

31.8%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	46	11.1%	88.9%
Black	20	22.2%	77.8%
White	11	9.1%	81.8%

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.

Based on 80 cases in Westchester County, 13.0% are dismissed, 85.7% result in conviction, and 1.3% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Fraud in Westchester County is 13.0%, based on 80 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Fraud case in Westchester County takes 5.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

88.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 2.6% have bail set, and 2.6% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $3,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Fraud in Westchester County is 85.7%, based on 80 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.

89.4% of Fraud cases in Westchester County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Westchester County has a 13.0% 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 Westchester County, 3.0% receive a jail sentence, 10.6% receive probation, and 1.5% 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: 13.3% dismissal rate, 85.3% conviction rate (75 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (5 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. 80 cases analyzed for Fraud in Westchester County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com