What is the dismissal rate for Obstruction in Cayuga County?

The dismissal rate is 9.1%, based on 24 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Obstruction case take in Cayuga County?

The average case takes 6.2 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 Obstruction in Cayuga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (17 cases). E Felony: 33.3% dismissal rate (7 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Obstruction in Cayuga County, NY — 9.1% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Obstruction in Cayuga County?

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Cayuga County is 90.9%, based on 24 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Obstruction charges reduced in Cayuga County?

45.0% of Obstruction cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Q: How does Cayuga County compare to other counties for Obstruction?

Cayuga County has a 9.1% dismissal rate for Obstruction. Visit the Obstruction overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Obstruction defendants in Cayuga County face a substantially higher conviction rate than the statewide average. With a 90.9% conviction rate compared to a 21.3% dismissal rate statewide, Cayuga County prosecutes these cases aggressively. Only 9.1% of obstruction charges are dismissed locally—12.2 percentage points below the state average—and no defendants have been acquitted in the available data. The trend is worsening: dismissal rates dropped from 16.7% in 2023 to 12.5% in 2024, suggesting prosecutors are securing stronger outcomes over time.

More than half of obstruction defendants—52.4%—are remanded without bail, compared to roughly one-quarter released on their own recognizance or given bail. Among those assigned bail, the median amount is $2,500. Nearly half of charges (45%) are reduced, predominantly to Criminal Contempt (62.5% of reductions), which may carry different penalties than obstruction conviction. Of defendants convicted on the original charge, 60% receive prison sentences and 30% receive jail time. Cases take approximately six months to resolve.

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

9.1%

Dismissal Rate

90.9%

Conviction Rate

6.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

90.9%

Dismissed 9.1% Convicted 90.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 24 public court records, Cayuga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Obstruction in Cayuga County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	17	0.0%	100.0%
E Felony	7	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 Obstruction outcomes in Cayuga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	7	16.7%	83.3%
2024	8	12.5%	87.5%

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 Obstruction in Cayuga County are handled at arraignment.

23.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

23.8%

Bail Set

52.4%

Remanded

$2,500

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

45.0% of Obstruction cases
in Cayuga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Obstruction Criminal Contempt

5 cases (55.6%)

Obstruction Strangulation

2 cases (22.2%)

Obstruction Other

1 cases (11.1%)

Obstruction Menacing

1 cases (11.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Obstruction convictions in Cayuga County.

30.0%

Jail

60.0%

State Prison

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	15	7.7%	92.3%

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 24 cases in Cayuga County, 9.1% are dismissed, 90.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Obstruction in Cayuga County is 9.1%, based on 24 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Obstruction case in Cayuga County takes 6.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

23.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 23.8% have bail set, and 52.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Cayuga County is 90.9%, based on 24 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.

45.0% of Obstruction cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Cayuga County has a 9.1% dismissal rate for Obstruction cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Obstruction overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Obstruction in Cayuga County, 30.0% receive a jail sentence, and 60.0% 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. D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (17 cases). E Felony: 33.3% dismissal rate, 66.7% conviction rate (7 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. 24 cases analyzed for Obstruction in Cayuga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com