What is the dismissal rate for Menacing in Steuben County?

The dismissal rate is 31.7%, based on 47 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 Steuben County?

The average case takes 4.7 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 Steuben County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Menacing in Steuben County, NY — 31.7% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Menacing in Steuben County is 61.0%, based on 47 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

72.0% of Menacing cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Steuben County has a 31.7% dismissal rate for Menacing. Visit the Menacing overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Steuben County, menacing charges result in conviction in 61 percent of cases, which is notably higher than the dismissal rate of 31.7 percent. This conviction rate outpaces outcomes statewide, where dismissals run 9.2 percentage points higher. Over the past six years, dismissals have been trending upward, rising from 20 percent in 2019 to 33.3 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts are increasingly questioning the strength of menacing charges in this county. Still, the current dismissal rate remains below the state average, indicating menacing cases here are pursued more aggressively than elsewhere.

Most menacing defendants in Steuben County are released before trial without bail, with 87.2 percent granted release on their own recognizance. When charges proceed, 72 percent are reduced rather than tried as menacing—half of those reductions are to disorderly conduct, which carries significantly lower penalties. Convicted defendants typically receive fines in 36 percent of cases, probation in 16 percent, and jail in 8 percent, with cases typically resolved within 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

31.7%

Dismissal Rate

61.0%

Conviction Rate

4.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

31.7%

61.0%

Dismissed 31.7% Convicted 61.0% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 7.3%

Source: 47 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Menacing outcomes in Steuben County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	6	20.0%	80.0%
2020	5	40.0%	60.0%
2023	16	35.7%	50.0%
2024	17	33.3%	60.0%

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 Steuben County are handled at arraignment.

87.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.5%

Bail Set

2.1%

Remanded

$1,050

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

72.0% of Menacing cases
in Steuben County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Menacing Disorderly Conduct

7 cases (38.9%)

Menacing Harassment

4 cases (22.2%)

Menacing Assault

3 cases (16.7%)

Menacing Weapons Offense

2 cases (11.1%)

Menacing Other

2 cases (11.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Menacing convictions in Steuben County.

8.0%

Jail

16.0%

Probation

36.0%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	36	25.0%	68.8%

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 47 cases in Steuben County, 31.7% are dismissed, 61.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Menacing in Steuben County is 31.7%, based on 47 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Menacing case in Steuben County takes 4.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

87.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.5% have bail set, and 2.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,050. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Menacing in Steuben County is 61.0%, based on 47 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.

72.0% of Menacing cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Steuben County has a 31.7% 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 Steuben County, 8.0% receive a jail sentence, 16.0% receive probation. 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. 47 cases analyzed for Menacing in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com