What is the dismissal rate for Obstruction in Chemung County?

The dismissal rate is 11.5%, based on 29 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 Chemung County?

The average case takes 4.6 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 Chemung County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (15 cases). E Felony: 21.4% dismissal rate (14 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Obstruction in Chemung County, NY — 11.5% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Chemung County is 88.5%, based on 29 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

60.9% of Obstruction cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

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

Chemung County has a 11.5% dismissal rate for Obstruction. Visit the Obstruction overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Obstruction cases in Chemung County result in conviction at rates substantially higher than the statewide average. The county's 88.5 percent conviction rate far outpaces the 21.3 percent statewide dismissal rate, with Chemung dismissals running 9.8 percentage points below the state norm. This disparity has widened over the 2019-2024 period—dismissals dropped from 14.3 percent in the first year to zero percent in the most recent year, indicating a tightening pattern in how these charges are resolved. Cases move through the system in roughly 138 days, and no defendants have been acquitted in the dataset.

Pretrial conditions show that 55 percent of defendants face bail, with a median amount of $5,000, while 15 percent are released without bail and 20 percent are remanded. Notably, 60.9 percent of charges are reduced before conviction, most commonly to Criminal Contempt (61.5 percent of reductions). Once convicted, outcomes split evenly between jail sentences and fines (both 30.4 percent), with smaller shares receiving probation or prison time. The prevalence of charge reductions suggests many cases do not proceed as originally charged, despite the high ultimate conviction rate.

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

11.5%

Dismissal Rate

88.5%

Conviction Rate

4.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

88.5%

Dismissed 11.5% Convicted 88.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 29 public court records, Chemung County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	15	0.0%	100.0%
E Felony	14	21.4%	78.6%

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 Chemung County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	7	14.3%	85.7%
2021	5	20.0%	80.0%
2023	6	0.0%	100.0%
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 Obstruction in Chemung County are handled at arraignment.

15.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

55.0%

Bail Set

20.0%

Remanded

$5,000

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

60.9% of Obstruction cases
in Chemung County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Obstruction Criminal Contempt

8 cases (57.1%)

Obstruction Drug Possession

4 cases (28.6%)

Obstruction Petit Larceny

1 cases (7.1%)

Obstruction Other

1 cases (7.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Obstruction convictions in Chemung County.

30.4%

Jail

13.0%

Probation

13.0%

State Prison

30.4%

Fine Only

8.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Obstruction 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	19	5.9%	94.1%
Black	10	22.2%	77.8%

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 29 cases in Chemung County, 11.5% are dismissed, 88.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Obstruction in Chemung County is 11.5%, based on 29 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Obstruction case in Chemung County takes 4.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

15.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 55.0% have bail set, and 20.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Chemung County is 88.5%, based on 29 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.

60.9% of Obstruction cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Chemung County has a 11.5% 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 Chemung County, 30.4% receive a jail sentence, 13.0% receive probation, and 13.0% 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 (15 cases). E Felony: 21.4% dismissal rate, 78.6% conviction rate (14 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. 29 cases analyzed for Obstruction in Chemung County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com