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

The average case takes 5.6 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 Oswego County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 2.1% dismissal rate (63 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (14 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Reckless Endangerment in Oswego County, NY — 1.7% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 1.7%, based on 77 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 Oswego County?

66.1% of Reckless Endangerment cases in Oswego County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Reckless Endangerment in Oswego County results in conviction in nearly all cases that reach disposition—98.3 percent—compared to a statewide dismissal rate of 24.3 percent. This county's 1.7 percent dismissal rate is extraordinarily low, meaning charges rarely disappear before trial. Over the 2019-2024 period, dismissals have trended downward, never reaching even 1 percent. The median case takes five and a half months to resolve, roughly average for the state, but the path to resolution heavily favors prosecution outcomes.

Most defendants are released before trial without bail (80 percent), and when bail is set, the median is $750. Among those convicted, sentences are diverse: roughly a quarter face fines, a fifth receive jail time, and smaller portions receive prison or probation. Notably, two-thirds of reckless endangerment charges are reduced to lesser offenses before conviction—primarily Disorderly Conduct (40 percent of reductions) or DWI/DUI (35 percent). These reductions represent the main avenue for defendants to exit the system with a lower charge than originally filed.

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

1.7%

Dismissal Rate

98.3%

Conviction Rate

5.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

98.3%

Dismissed 1.7% Convicted 98.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 77 public court records, Oswego County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	63	2.1%	97.9%
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 Reckless Endangerment outcomes in Oswego County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	5	0.0%	100.0%
2020	15	9.1%	90.9%
2021	15	0.0%	100.0%
2022	7	0.0%	100.0%
2023	19	0.0%	100.0%
2024	15	0.0%	100.0%

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 Oswego County are handled at arraignment.

80.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

9.3%

Bail Set

1.3%

Remanded

$750

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

66.1% of Reckless Endangerment cases
in Oswego County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Reckless Endangerment Disorderly Conduct

8 cases (30.8%)

Reckless Endangerment DWI / DUI

7 cases (26.9%)

Reckless Endangerment Other

5 cases (19.2%)

Reckless Endangerment Endangering Welfare of a Child

3 cases (11.5%)

Reckless Endangerment Assault

3 cases (11.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

22.0%

Jail

16.9%

Probation

8.5%

State Prison

25.4%

Fine Only

6.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	62	2.0%	98.0%
Hispanic	10	0.0%	100.0%

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 77 cases in Oswego County, 1.7% are dismissed, 98.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Reckless Endangerment in Oswego County is 1.7%, based on 77 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 Oswego County takes 5.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

80.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 9.3% have bail set, and 1.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $750. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Reckless Endangerment in Oswego County is 98.3%, based on 77 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.

66.1% of Reckless Endangerment cases in Oswego County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Oswego County has a 1.7% 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 Oswego County, 22.0% receive a jail sentence, 16.9% receive probation, and 8.5% 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. A Misdemeanor: 2.1% dismissal rate, 97.9% conviction rate (63 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. 77 cases analyzed for Reckless Endangerment in Oswego County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com