What is the dismissal rate for Obstruction in Warren County?

The dismissal rate is 6.5%, based on 193 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 Warren County?

The average case takes 1.7 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 Obstruction in Warren County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 6.2% dismissal rate (143 cases). E Felony: 10.7% dismissal rate (36 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Obstruction in Warren County, NY — 6.5% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Warren County is 93.5%, based on 193 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

17.1% of Obstruction cases in Warren County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Warren County has a 6.5% dismissal rate for Obstruction. Visit the Obstruction overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Obstruction charges in Warren County result in conviction 93.5 percent of the time, nearly twice the statewide dismissal rate of 21.3 percent. Out of 193 cases over five years, only 6.5 percent were dismissed compared to the state average of 21.3 percent—a 14.8 percentage point gap favoring prosecution. No defendants were acquitted. Cases move quickly to resolution, with a median of 51 days from charge to disposition. The trend shows slight improvement: dismissal rates have risen from zero in 2020 to 5.5 percent by 2024, though they remain well below state norms.

Before trial, 60 percent of defendants face bail with a median of $1,000, while 18 percent are released on their own recognizance and 8.2 percent are remanded without release. Among convicted defendants, jail sentences are most common at 47.3 percent, followed by fines at 16.3 percent. Seventeen percent of obstruction charges get reduced before conviction, primarily to disorderly conduct (55.6 percent of reductions) or criminal contempt (33.3 percent). These reductions represent the main avenue for charge mitigation in Warren County's obstruction cases.

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

6.5%

Dismissal Rate

93.5%

Conviction Rate

1.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

93.5%

Dismissed 6.5% Convicted 93.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 193 public court records, Warren County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	143	6.2%	93.8%
E Felony	36	10.7%	89.3%
D Felony	14	0.0%	100.0%

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 Warren County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	10	0.0%	100.0%
2021	9	0.0%	100.0%
2022	26	5.0%	95.0%
2023	72	11.1%	88.9%
2024	72	5.5%	94.5%

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 Warren County are handled at arraignment.

18.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

60.1%

Bail Set

8.2%

Remanded

$1,000

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

17.1% of Obstruction cases
in Warren County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Obstruction Disorderly Conduct

10 cases (47.6%)

Obstruction Criminal Contempt

6 cases (28.6%)

Obstruction Official Misconduct

2 cases (9.5%)

Obstruction Drug Possession

2 cases (9.5%)

Obstruction Harassment

1 cases (4.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Obstruction convictions in Warren County.

47.3%

Jail

9.3%

Probation

7.0%

State Prison

16.3%

Fine Only

7.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	168	5.8%	94.2%
Black	15	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 193 cases in Warren County, 6.5% are dismissed, 93.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 1.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Obstruction in Warren County is 6.5%, based on 193 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Obstruction case in Warren County takes 1.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

18.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 60.1% have bail set, and 8.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Warren County is 93.5%, based on 193 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.

17.1% of Obstruction cases in Warren County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Warren County has a 6.5% 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 Warren County, 47.3% receive a jail sentence, 9.3% receive probation, and 7.0% 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. A Misdemeanor: 6.2% dismissal rate, 93.8% conviction rate (143 cases). E Felony: 10.7% dismissal rate, 89.3% conviction rate (36 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% 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. 193 cases analyzed for Obstruction in Warren County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com