How long does a Other Penal Law case take in Chautauqua County?

The average case takes 6.1 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

Other Penal Law Court Statistics — Chautauqua County, New York

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Other Penal Law in Chautauqua County?

The dismissal rate is 16.0%, based on 28 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Other Penal Law charges reduced in Chautauqua County?

57.1% of Other Penal Law cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

According to 28 public court records, Other Penal Law cases in Chautauqua County, New York have a 16.0% dismissal rate, a 84.0% conviction rate, and an average case duration of 6.1 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: December 2024

16.0%

Dismissal Rate

84.0%

Conviction Rate

6.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

16.0%

84.0%

Dismissed 16.0% Convicted 84.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 28 public court records, Chautauqua County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Other Penal Law in Chautauqua County are handled at arraignment.

68.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.0%

Bail Set

8.0%

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

57.1% of Other Penal Law cases
in Chautauqua County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Other Penal Law Disorderly Conduct

6 cases (50.0%)

Other Penal Law Traffic Offense

3 cases (25.0%)

Other Penal Law Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

2 cases (16.7%)

Other Penal Law DWI / DUI

1 cases (8.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Other Penal Law convictions in Chautauqua County.

14.3%

Jail

19.0%

Probation

33.3%

Fine Only

4.8%

Time Served

Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	17	13.3%	86.7%

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 28 cases in Chautauqua County, 16.0% are dismissed, 84.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Other Penal Law in Chautauqua County is 16.0%, based on 28 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Other Penal Law case in Chautauqua County takes 6.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

68.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.0% have bail set, and 8.0% 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 Other Penal Law in Chautauqua County is 84.0%, based on 28 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.

57.1% of Other Penal Law cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Chautauqua County has a 16.0% dismissal rate for Other Penal Law cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Other Penal Law overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Other Penal Law in Chautauqua County, 14.3% receive a jail sentence, 19.0% 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. 28 cases analyzed for Other Penal Law in Chautauqua County. Last updated December 2024. — NewYorkCourtFile.com