What is the dismissal rate for Menacing in Chemung County?

The dismissal rate is 33.9%, based on 132 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 Chemung County?

The average case takes 4.4 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 Chemung County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Menacing in Chemung County, NY — 33.9% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Menacing in Chemung County is 66.1%, based on 132 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

32.9% of Menacing cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

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

Chemung County has a 33.9% dismissal rate for Menacing. Visit the Menacing overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Chemung County, menacing charges result in conviction in about two-thirds of cases, a rate notably higher than the statewide average of 59.1 percent. The county's 33.9 percent dismissal rate runs 7 percentage points below the statewide average, suggesting menacing charges are prosecuted more aggressively here than across New York. No cases resulted in acquittals during the period studied. The trend shows improvement for defendants: dismissal rates have climbed from 27.8 percent in 2019 to 31.0 percent in 2024, indicating prosecutors are becoming somewhat less likely to secure convictions. Cases typically reach resolution in about 4.5 months.

Most defendants charged with menacing in Chemung County are released before trial without bail, with 80.2 percent granted release on their own recognizance. Those who do face financial conditions typically see bail set around $400. Among the one-third of cases where charges are reduced, menacing is knocked down equally often to either harassment or disorderly conduct. When convictions occur, fines dominate sentencing outcomes at 53.7 percent of cases, while jail time follows at 25.6 percent. Prison sentences are rare at 2.4 percent of convictions.

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

33.9%

Dismissal Rate

66.1%

Conviction Rate

4.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

33.9%

66.1%

Dismissed 33.9% Convicted 66.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 132 public court records, Chemung County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Menacing outcomes in Chemung County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	18	27.8%	72.2%
2020	17	64.7%	35.3%
2021	16	26.7%	73.3%
2022	27	34.6%	65.4%
2023	20	17.6%	82.4%
2024	32	31.0%	69.0%

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 Menacing in Chemung County are handled at arraignment.

80.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

17.6%

Bail Set

0.8%

Remanded

$400

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

32.9% of Menacing cases
in Chemung County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Menacing Harassment

8 cases (30.8%)

Menacing Disorderly Conduct

8 cases (30.8%)

Menacing Other

6 cases (23.1%)

Menacing Assault

3 cases (11.5%)

Menacing Reckless Endangerment

1 cases (3.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Menacing convictions in Chemung County.

25.6%

Jail

3.7%

Probation

2.4%

State Prison

53.7%

Fine Only

11.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	81	28.9%	71.1%
Black	46	41.9%	58.1%

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 132 cases in Chemung County, 33.9% are dismissed, 66.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Menacing in Chemung County is 33.9%, based on 132 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Menacing case in Chemung County takes 4.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

80.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 17.6% have bail set, and 0.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $400. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Menacing in Chemung County is 66.1%, based on 132 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.

32.9% of Menacing cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Chemung County has a 33.9% 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 Chemung County, 25.6% receive a jail sentence, 3.7% receive probation, and 2.4% 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. 132 cases analyzed for Menacing in Chemung County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com