What is the dismissal rate for Menacing in Chautauqua County?

The dismissal rate is 37.8%, based on 251 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Menacing case take in Chautauqua County?

The average case takes 6.8 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 Menacing in Chautauqua County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 38.1% dismissal rate (238 cases). E Felony: 33.3% dismissal rate (12 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Menacing in Chautauqua County, NY — 37.8% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Menacing in Chautauqua County?

The conviction rate for Menacing in Chautauqua County is 61.4%, based on 251 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Menacing charges reduced in Chautauqua County?

65.7% of Menacing cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Q: How does Chautauqua County compare to other counties for Menacing?

Chautauqua County has a 37.8% dismissal rate for Menacing. Visit the Menacing overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Chautauqua County, menacing charges result in conviction in about 61 percent of cases, slightly higher than the statewide average despite a dismissal rate that runs 3.1 percentage points below the state figure at 37.8 percent. No acquittals were recorded across 251 cases, meaning outcomes were either convictions or dismissals. The dismissal rate has edged upward from 36 percent in 2019 to nearly 39 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts are becoming somewhat more likely to drop these charges. Cases take about seven months to resolve on average.

Charge reduction occurs in nearly two-thirds of menacing cases before disposition, with harassment becoming the dominant reduced charge at 64 percent of all reductions. Most defendants—58 percent—are released on their own recognizance pretrial, while bail is set for fewer than one in ten. Among those convicted, jail sentences are the most common outcome at 16.8 percent of convicts, followed by time served at 14 percent; prison sentences are rare at 0.7 percent. The typical bail amount when imposed is $500.

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

37.8%

Dismissal Rate

61.4%

Conviction Rate

6.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

37.8%

61.4%

Dismissed 37.8% Convicted 61.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 251 public court records, Chautauqua County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Menacing in Chautauqua County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	238	38.1%	61.0%
E Felony	12	33.3%	66.7%

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 Menacing outcomes in Chautauqua County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	25	36.0%	64.0%
2020	54	48.0%	52.0%
2021	43	32.5%	62.5%
2022	47	37.2%	62.8%
2023	44	30.8%	69.2%
2024	38	38.9%	61.1%

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 Menacing in Chautauqua County are handled at arraignment.

58.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.4%

Bail Set

3.2%

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

65.7% of Menacing cases
in Chautauqua County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Menacing Harassment

55 cases (61.1%)

Menacing Disorderly Conduct

25 cases (27.8%)

Menacing Assault

6 cases (6.7%)

Menacing Escape / Bail Jumping

2 cases (2.2%)

Menacing Endangering Welfare of a Child

2 cases (2.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Menacing convictions in Chautauqua County.

16.8%

Jail

6.3%

Probation

0.7%

State Prison

4.2%

Fine Only

14.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	157	34.9%	64.4%
Black	45	43.9%	53.7%
Hispanic	44	41.5%	58.5%

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 251 cases in Chautauqua County, 37.8% are dismissed, 61.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Menacing in Chautauqua County is 37.8%, based on 251 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Menacing case in Chautauqua County takes 6.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

58.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.4% have bail set, and 3.2% 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 Menacing in Chautauqua County is 61.4%, based on 251 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.

65.7% of Menacing cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Chautauqua County has a 37.8% dismissal rate for Menacing cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Menacing overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Menacing in Chautauqua County, 16.8% receive a jail sentence, 6.3% receive probation, and 0.7% 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. A Misdemeanor: 38.1% dismissal rate, 61.0% conviction rate (238 cases). E Felony: 33.3% dismissal rate, 66.7% conviction rate (12 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. 251 cases analyzed for Menacing in Chautauqua County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com