How long does a Obstruction case take in Franklin County?

The average case takes 6.5 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 Franklin County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 33.3% dismissal rate (9 cases). A Misdemeanor: 14.3% dismissal rate (9 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Obstruction in Franklin County, NY — 25.0% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Obstruction in Franklin County?

The dismissal rate is 25.0%, based on 21 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

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

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Franklin County is 75.0%, based on 21 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

25.0% of Obstruction cases in Franklin County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other Penal Law.

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

Franklin County has a 25.0% dismissal rate for Obstruction. Visit the Obstruction overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Obstruction charges in Franklin County result in conviction 75% of the time, slightly above the statewide average where dismissals occur in 21.3% of cases. Franklin County's 25% dismissal rate runs 3.7 percentage points higher than the state overall, suggesting judges and prosecutors handle these cases with marginally more leniency here. However, the trend points downward: dismissal rates dropped from 25% in 2023 to 14.3% in 2024, indicating obstruction charges are becoming harder to escape in this county.

When obstruction defendants are released before trial, most receive release on their own recognizance (38.1%), though nearly a quarter are remanded without bail. Among those convicted, sentences split fairly evenly between jail time and fines (each 33.3%), with smaller portions receiving probation or prison. One quarter of obstruction charges get reduced to other charges entirely, most commonly to other penal law violations, drug possession, or criminal contempt, though this reduction pathway appears limited in scope. Cases typically resolve within six 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

25.0%

Dismissal Rate

75.0%

Conviction Rate

6.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

25.0%

75.0%

Dismissed 25.0% Convicted 75.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 21 public court records, Franklin County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	9	33.3%	66.7%
A Misdemeanor	9	14.3%	85.7%

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 Franklin County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	12	25.0%	75.0%
2024	8	14.3%	85.7%

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 Franklin County are handled at arraignment.

38.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

14.3%

Bail Set

23.8%

Remanded

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

25.0% of Obstruction cases
in Franklin County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Obstruction Other Penal Law

1 cases (33.3%)

Obstruction Drug Possession

1 cases (33.3%)

Obstruction Criminal Contempt

1 cases (33.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Obstruction convictions in Franklin County.

33.3%

Jail

16.7%

Probation

8.3%

State Prison

33.3%

Fine Only

8.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	16	16.7%	83.3%

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 21 cases in Franklin County, 25.0% are dismissed, 75.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Obstruction in Franklin County is 25.0%, based on 21 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Obstruction case in Franklin County takes 6.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

38.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.3% have bail set, and 23.8% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Franklin County is 75.0%, based on 21 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.

25.0% of Obstruction cases in Franklin County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other Penal Law.

Franklin County has a 25.0% 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 Franklin County, 33.3% receive a jail sentence, 16.7% receive probation, and 8.3% 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. E Felony: 33.3% dismissal rate, 66.7% conviction rate (9 cases). A Misdemeanor: 14.3% dismissal rate, 85.7% conviction rate (9 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. 21 cases analyzed for Obstruction in Franklin County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com