How long does a Reckless Endangerment case take in Erie County?

The average case takes 5.8 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 Reckless Endangerment in Erie County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 36.2% dismissal rate (218 cases). A Misdemeanor: 46.2% dismissal rate (197 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Reckless Endangerment in Erie County, NY — 41.0% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Reckless Endangerment in Erie County?

The dismissal rate is 41.0%, based on 415 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Reckless Endangerment charges reduced in Erie County?

78.8% of Reckless Endangerment cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Erie County, reckless endangerment cases are dismissed at a significantly higher rate than the statewide average. Forty-one percent of the 415 cases resulted in dismissal, compared to just 24.3 percent across New York. This 16.7-percentage-point gap suggests Erie County prosecutors or courts apply a stricter threshold for pursuing these charges, or that defense strategies are particularly effective here. Convictions occur in 57.5 percent of cases, with no acquittals recorded. The dismissal rate has grown over the past five years, rising from 35.1 percent in 2019 to 41.0 percent in 2024, indicating an upward trend in case resolutions favoring defendants.

Charge reductions are the dominant feature of Erie County reckless endangerment cases. Nearly 79 percent of defendants have their charges reduced, predominantly to disorderly conduct (59.4 percent of reductions). When convictions do occur, financial penalties dominate sentencing: 27.4 percent of convicted defendants receive fines, while jail sentences affect only 11.5 percent. Most defendants secure pretrial release on recognizance without bail (60.6 percent), and when bail is set, the median amount is $5,000. Cases typically resolve within 175 days.

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

41.0%

Dismissal Rate

57.5%

Conviction Rate

5.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

41.0%

57.5%

Dismissed 41.0% Convicted 57.5% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.5%

Source: 415 public court records, Erie County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Reckless Endangerment in Erie County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	218	36.2%	61.8%
A Misdemeanor	197	46.2%	52.7%

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 Reckless Endangerment outcomes in Erie County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	81	35.1%	63.6%
2020	67	37.1%	62.9%
2021	53	30.0%	70.0%
2022	47	52.2%	43.5%
2023	83	50.6%	48.1%
2024	83	41.0%	56.4%

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 Reckless Endangerment in Erie County are handled at arraignment.

60.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

23.2%

Bail Set

8.7%

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

78.8% of Reckless Endangerment cases
in Erie County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Reckless Endangerment Disorderly Conduct

60 cases (47.6%)

Reckless Endangerment Harassment

21 cases (16.7%)

Reckless Endangerment Traffic Offense

20 cases (15.9%)

Reckless Endangerment Weapons Offense

13 cases (10.3%)

Reckless Endangerment DWI / DUI

12 cases (9.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Reckless Endangerment convictions in Erie County.

11.5%

Jail

9.7%

Probation

7.5%

State Prison

27.4%

Fine Only

6.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	211	50.2%	47.8%
White	145	29.1%	69.4%
Hispanic	49	40.8%	59.2%

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 415 cases in Erie County, 41.0% are dismissed, 57.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Reckless Endangerment in Erie County is 41.0%, based on 415 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Reckless Endangerment case in Erie County takes 5.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

60.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 23.2% have bail set, and 8.7% 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 Reckless Endangerment in Erie County is 57.5%, based on 415 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.

78.8% of Reckless Endangerment cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Erie County has a 41.0% dismissal rate for Reckless Endangerment cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Reckless Endangerment overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Reckless Endangerment in Erie County, 11.5% receive a jail sentence, 9.7% receive probation, and 7.5% 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: 36.2% dismissal rate, 61.8% conviction rate (218 cases). A Misdemeanor: 46.2% dismissal rate, 52.7% conviction rate (197 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. 415 cases analyzed for Reckless Endangerment in Erie County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com