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

The average case takes 8.6 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 Reckless Endangerment in Onondaga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 32.9% dismissal rate (87 cases). D Felony: 6.9% dismissal rate (34 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Reckless Endangerment in Onondaga County, NY — 25.9% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 25.9%, based on 121 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 Onondaga County?

70.5% of Reckless Endangerment cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Onondaga County, reckless endangerment cases result in conviction in roughly 7 out of 10 cases, a rate slightly above the statewide average. The 25.9% dismissal rate tracks closely with statewide patterns, though Onondaga runs marginally higher. Over the past five years, dismissals have trended upward incrementally. No defendants were acquitted in the 121 cases examined, meaning conviction or dismissal account for all outcomes. Cases take roughly eight and a half months from charge to resolution.

Charge reduction is the most significant feature of these cases: 70.5% of defendants saw their reckless endangerment charge reduced to a lesser offense, primarily disorderly conduct or harassment. Among those convicted, sentences vary widely—less than 8% each received jail or prison time, while nearly a fifth received probation. Most pretrial defendants were released without bail (57.9%), and those who had bail set faced a median of $1,000. The relatively high charge reduction rate combined with lenient pretrial release practices suggests prosecutors and courts treat many reckless endangerment allegations as reducible to lower-level conduct.

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

25.9%

Dismissal Rate

72.2%

Conviction Rate

8.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

25.9%

72.2%

Dismissed 25.9% Convicted 72.2% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.9%

Source: 121 public court records, Onondaga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	87	32.9%	65.8%
D Felony	34	6.9%	89.7%

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 Onondaga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	15	23.1%	69.2%
2020	13	23.1%	76.9%
2021	24	38.1%	57.1%
2022	24	13.6%	86.4%
2023	15	33.3%	66.7%
2024	26	25.0%	75.0%

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 Reckless Endangerment in Onondaga County are handled at arraignment.

57.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

15.7%

Bail Set

6.6%

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

70.5% of Reckless Endangerment cases
in Onondaga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Reckless Endangerment Disorderly Conduct

18 cases (40.0%)

Reckless Endangerment Harassment

11 cases (24.4%)

Reckless Endangerment Weapons Offense

6 cases (13.3%)

Reckless Endangerment Other

6 cases (13.3%)

Reckless Endangerment Other Penal Law

4 cases (8.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

7.7%

Jail

19.2%

Probation

7.7%

State Prison

3.8%

Fine Only

6.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	60	24.5%	73.6%
White	44	32.5%	67.5%
Hispanic	10	22.2%	66.7%

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 121 cases in Onondaga County, 25.9% are dismissed, 72.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Reckless Endangerment in Onondaga County is 25.9%, based on 121 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 Onondaga County takes 8.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

57.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 15.7% have bail set, and 6.6% 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 Reckless Endangerment in Onondaga County is 72.2%, based on 121 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.

70.5% of Reckless Endangerment cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Onondaga County has a 25.9% 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 Onondaga County, 7.7% receive a jail sentence, 19.2% receive probation, and 7.7% 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: 32.9% dismissal rate, 65.8% conviction rate (87 cases). D Felony: 6.9% dismissal rate, 89.7% conviction rate (34 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. 121 cases analyzed for Reckless Endangerment in Onondaga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com