What is the dismissal rate for Robbery in Cayuga County?

The dismissal rate is 4.5%, based on 68 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Robbery case take in Cayuga County?

The average case takes 6.8 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 Robbery in Cayuga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (34 cases). B Felony: 13.3% dismissal rate (15 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Robbery in Cayuga County, NY — 4.5% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Robbery in Cayuga County?

The conviction rate for Robbery in Cayuga County is 93.9%, based on 68 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Robbery charges reduced in Cayuga County?

50.0% of Robbery cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Q: How does Cayuga County compare to other counties for Robbery?

Cayuga County has a 4.5% dismissal rate for Robbery. Visit the Robbery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Robbery cases in Cayuga County move toward conviction far more often than statewide trends suggest. With a 93.9% conviction rate and only a 4.5% dismissal rate, Cayuga County prosecutors secure guilty verdicts at substantially higher rates than the statewide average of 21.5% dismissals. This 17-percentage-point gap reflects either tougher charging decisions, stronger cases brought to trial, or both. The trend has intensified over five years—dismissal rates fell from 27.3% in 2019 to zero in 2023—indicating that Cayuga County's approach to robbery prosecutions has become progressively more conviction-focused. Cases average about seven months to resolution.

Half of robbery charges get reduced, typically downward to petit larceny in 44% of reduction cases. Yet this charge-reduction pathway doesn't soften outcomes much: 47% of convicted defendants receive prison sentences, and another 24% get jail time. At pretrial, nearly 30% of defendants face remand without bail, while about half have bail set with a median amount of $5,000. Just 19% are released on their own recognizance before trial, indicating courts view robbery defendants as high-risk in this county.

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

4.5%

Dismissal Rate

93.9%

Conviction Rate

6.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

93.9%

Dismissed 4.5% Convicted 93.9% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.5%

Source: 68 public court records, Cayuga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Robbery in Cayuga County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	34	0.0%	100.0%
B Felony	15	13.3%	86.7%
C Felony	14	0.0%	92.9%
E Felony	5	25.0%	75.0%

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 Robbery outcomes in Cayuga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	11	27.3%	72.7%
2020	11	0.0%	100.0%
2021	11	0.0%	100.0%
2022	17	0.0%	100.0%
2023	14	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 Robbery in Cayuga County are handled at arraignment.

19.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

50.0%

Bail Set

29.3%

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

50.0% of Robbery cases
in Cayuga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Robbery Petit Larceny

7 cases (30.4%)

Robbery Other

5 cases (21.7%)

Robbery Grand Larceny

4 cases (17.4%)

Robbery Criminal Contempt

4 cases (17.4%)

Robbery Harassment

3 cases (13.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Robbery convictions in Cayuga County.

24.2%

Jail

9.7%

Probation

46.8%

State Prison

1.6%

Fine Only

4.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	30	3.6%	96.4%
Black	29	3.4%	93.1%

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 68 cases in Cayuga County, 4.5% are dismissed, 93.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Robbery in Cayuga County is 4.5%, based on 68 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Robbery case in Cayuga County takes 6.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

19.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 50.0% have bail set, and 29.3% 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 Robbery in Cayuga County is 93.9%, based on 68 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.

50.0% of Robbery cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Cayuga County has a 4.5% dismissal rate for Robbery cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Robbery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Robbery in Cayuga County, 24.2% receive a jail sentence, 9.7% receive probation, and 46.8% 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: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (34 cases). B Felony: 13.3% dismissal rate, 86.7% conviction rate (15 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 92.9% 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. 68 cases analyzed for Robbery in Cayuga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com